Although the archipelago remains closed to tourists for the time being, it seems to be preparing for the reopening of borders! Japan is offering more and more deals so that non-Japanese can discover the beauty of the archipelago at a lower cost. Proof of this is two new packages that will delight foreign visitors and residents: the JR Kyushu Rail Pass and the JR Shikoku Pass. Even better, the JR railway company has recently introduced significant discounts on these passes. And the cherry on top? Both foreign residents and tourists can take advantage of these offers! So, what will your next destination be?
JR Kyushu Rail Pass
There are 3 formulas in this region:
– The package Northern Kyushu to travel to the prefectures of Fukuoka, Saga, Nagasaki, Kumamoto and Oita
– The formula Southern Kyushu Area to travel to the prefectures of Oita, Kumamoto, Miyazaki and Kagoshima
- THE All Kyushu Area Pass to travel to all the prefectures mentioned above.
Attention, great deal! The 5-day unlimited All Kyushu Area Pass, which cost 41,730 yen, is now only… 18,500 yen! Good to know: children aged 6 to 11 can travel at half price.
Tickets are available for purchase until September 30, 2022 and can be used until November 5, 2022. Each pass includes unlimited travel on limited Shinkansen and express trains, as well as local and rapid trains.
To learn more: https://www.jrkyushu.co.jp/english/kyushurailpass_limited/#click
JR Shikoku Pass
THE JR Shikoku Pass allows holders of a foreign passport to travel unlimited for 3 consecutive days in the four prefectures of Shikoku Island (Ehime, Kochi, Kagawa and Tokushima).
This single ticket costs 11,000 yen per person (5,500 yen for children aged 6 to 11). It is available for purchase until September 28, 2022 (the pass remains valid until September 30, 2022). The JR Shikoku Pass provides access to limited express and local trains, as well as most JR Shikoku bus lines.
To learn more: https://shikoku-railwaytrip.com/pass3days-detail-en.html
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