Yes, as long as they are used within 3 months as according to your Transit/Temporary Visitor Visa category. That means you can purchase a 14-day pass when you plan on doing a heap of travel at the start of your trip and then a 7-day pass at the end. You would generally get multiple passes [...]
Once you have activated your Japan Rail Pass, then it’s valid for the next 7/14/21 days. You don’t need to use it every day, however, it’s wise to understand where you want to go and how much time you plan on staying in Japan when booking.
You are eligible to purchase a Japan Rail Pass if you hold a valid ‘Temporary Visitor’ stamp on your passport. You automatically receive this stamp on your passport when you enter Japan for your holiday. If you are entering Japan to work or study, then you are not eligible for a Japan Rail Pass.
If you plan on traveling extensively around Japan, then getting a Japan Rail Pass is a no-brainer. While the initial cost looks quite expensive, the discounted passes cover unlimited travel on the entire JR Network and also include the use of selected buses and ferries. Put it this way, booking a return trip from Tokyo [...]
Well, it depends on how long you are staying for and what you want to see. Hyperdia (http://www.hyperdia.com/en/) gives you the chance to plan your route and help you make a decision on how much you think you will be using your pass.
If you are eligible, you will then need to decide what length of pass and class type you require. After you fill in your details on our easy online booking form and complete your payment we will then send you your ‘Japan Rail Pass Exchange Order’. You will then transform your Exchange Order in Japan [...]
