Train on tracks in Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi area, Japan.
Torii gate at Itsukushima Shrine in Hiroshima during sunset, viewed from the water.
Traditional Japanese houses and farmland in Okayama, Japan, with lush green hills in the background.
Bridge over turquoise sea in Yamaguchi, Japan, viewed from a lush green hill.
Hiroshima cityscape with Atomic Bomb Dome and Motoyasu River at sunset.

5 Day JR Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area Pass, Tokyo

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Explore Japan's Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area with ease using the 5 Day JR Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area Pass, available in Tokyo. This pass provides access to six reserved seats on the Sanyo Shinkansen bullet train between Okayama and Hakata for five days, allowing you to traverse vast distances swiftly. Additionally, it includes unlimited rides on JR West trains, Chugoku JR route buses, and even a ride on the JR West Miyajima Ferry, enabling you to tailor your itinerary as desired.

Experience five days exploring top attractions in the Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi region with up to six reserved seats on Japan’s renowned bullet trains.

Board plush Hello Kitty Shinkansen and other local and express trains at lightning speed using this pass, which also provides unlimited Chugoku JR route bus rides.

Enjoy a visit to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum for insights into the city's history and World War II events, along with an option to take the JR West Miyajima Ferry to Miyajima Island.

Discover regional history at Yamaguchi Prefectural Museum or admire intricate architecture by visiting Rurikoji Temple in Yamaguchi.

Explore Okayama’s 400-year-old black castle and marvel at Korakuen Garden, one of Japan's most stunning gardens during your tour.

Indulge in the regional specialties such as Hiroshima's okonomiyaki, Okayama's famed peaches, and fresh seafood from Yamaguchi.

Use this pass to travel via Shinkansen on Sanyo routes for a smooth journey through Chugoku’s attractions over five days.

Ticket for unlimited travel over five days in the Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area

Reserved and non-reserved seating on selected JR-West Conventional lines, including:

Six reserved seats aboard the Sanyo Shinkansen bullet train from Okayama to Hakata

Hello Kitty-themed service on the Shinkansen

Access to ordinary cars of limited express trains

Use of special rapid & rapid services for faster travel

Entry onto local trains for convenient city navigation

Return ferry access between Miyajimaguchi and West Miyajima via Jr West Miyajima Ferry

Covers some Chugoku JR route buses, enhancing your journey options

Includes use of EKIRIN rent-a-cycle shop to explore areas on two wheels

Bullet Train Pass for Sanyo Shinkansen Route

Local Rail Services in Kyushu

Entry Fees to Attractions

Train on tracks in Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi area, Japan.

Train on tracks in Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi area, Japan.

Your Experience

The 5-day Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area JR Pass enables you to experience both the lively city life and serene countryside. This pass offers access to six reserved seats on the Sanyo Shinkansen bullet train from Okayama to Hakata within designated areas, allowing for swift travel over five days.

Enjoy unlimited rides on JR West trains and Chugoku JR route buses with this pass, giving you the freedom to craft your own itinerary at a leisurely pace. Additionally, it includes access to the JR West Miyajima Ferry, facilitating easy trips between Miyajimaguchi and Miyajima islands.

If cycling is more your style, use the pass for rentals from "EKIRIN" rent-a-cycle shops in the region. Whether you're exploring attractions or simply navigating around, this JR rail pass offers a convenient solution.

Top Attractions

  • Okyama Castle and Korakuen Garden: Located in Okayama, these sites showcase Japan's long history with the castle being an iconic structure and Korakuen Garden one of its most exquisite gardens from the 1700s.
  • In Hiroshima, you'll find the Hiroshima Peace Memorial, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that pays tribute to atomic bomb victims. It stands as a poignant reminder of Japan's history.
  • Yamaguchi City offers stunning seaside views with some of Japan’s most beautiful beaches, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and exploration.
Torii gate at Itsukushima Shrine in Hiroshima during sunset, viewed from the water.

Torii gate at Itsukushima Shrine in Hiroshima during sunset, viewed from the water.

Traditional Japanese houses and farmland in Okayama, Japan, with lush green hills in the background.

Traditional Japanese houses and farmland in Okayama, Japan, with lush green hills in the background.

Bridge over turquoise sea in Yamaguchi, Japan, viewed from a lush green hill.

Bridge over turquoise sea in Yamaguchi, Japan, viewed from a lush green hill.

Important Information

  • You'll need your passport, ID, and a valid visa for this journey.
  • To learn about the train routes, click here.
  • Only non-Japanese passport holders with a 'Temporary Visitor' visa stamp can use this pass, which you'll get at immigration.
  • An adult or child rail pass holder may bring up to 2 infants (1-5 years old) for free. A child pass is required for every third infant.

Reserved seating options are available on the Shinkansen (Mihara - Hakata) and express trains, with six seats reserved.

To exchange tickets for these reserved seats:

    Pick up your printed reserved seat tickets from green vending machines at JR area pass stations before boarding.

    Restrictions

      This experience is not available to Japanese passport holders or non-Japanese residents with permanent status in Japan.

      Operating Hours

      • To find out more about JR-West station hours, click here.

      Note that the pass is valid regardless of these operating hours.

      Hiroshima cityscape with Atomic Bomb Dome and Motoyasu River at sunset.

      Hiroshima cityscape with Atomic Bomb Dome and Motoyasu River at sunset.

      Make sure to bring along your passport, ID, and a valid visa with 'Temporary Visitor' stamped for non-Japanese travelers.

      If you're traveling with children or infants (1-5 years), note that an adult pass holder can accompany up to 2 infants without needing their own passes.

      Plan your itinerary by clicking here to understand the train routes better and make the most of unlimited rides on JR West trains, Chugoku JR route buses, and ferries like the Miyajima Ferry included in your pass.

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      FAQs

      The pass includes reserved seats on the Sanyo Shinkansen bullet train (Okayama - Hakata), Hello Kitty Shinkansen, limited express trains, special rapid & rapid services, and local trains.
      You need to carry your passport, ID, and valid visa with you while traveling with this pass.
      Yes, it does not cover the Sanyo Shinkansen (Shin-Osaka - Okayama) nor conventional lines on Kyushu Island.
      The pass is available exclusively for non-Japanese passport holders who have a 'Temporary Visitor' visa stamp on their passports, secured at immigration.
      Absolutely. You can create your own custom itinerary with unlimited rides on specified trains and buses, allowing you to explore on your own schedule.
      This train pass is valid for a duration of five days.
      The pass provides unlimited travel in the Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi area, including reserved seats on certain bullet trains and access to local trains and buses.
      The pass includes access to the JR West Miyajima Ferry for travel between Miyajimaguchi and Miyajima islands as well as unlimited rides on Chugoku JR route buses.
      No, tickets for attractions are not included with the pass; it only covers transportation within specified areas.
      Yes, an adult or child rail pass holder can be accompanied by up to two infants free of charge; however, from every third infant onwards, a child pass is required.

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