JR East Pass vs Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass)
Which transportation is better for your Japan trip?
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Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass)
4.6
The classic nationwide JR pass for unlimited travel on JR lines.
Feature comparison
JR East Pass
Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass)
| Feature | JR East Pass | Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass) |
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Pros & cons
JR East Pass
- ✓Covers Tokyo and Tohoku region
- ✓Flexible 5-day validity
- ✓Includes Tohoku Shinkansen
- ✗Eastern Japan only
- ✗Cannot reach Kyoto or Osaka
Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass)
- ✓Unlimited nationwide JR travel
- ✓Includes most Shinkansen
- ✓Free seat reservations
- ✗No Nozomi/Mizuho trains
- ✗Price increased in 2023
Our verdict
Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass) edges ahead with 4.6/5. Both are solid choices — pick based on your priorities.