Southern Kyushu Area Pass

Your adventures in Japan have been made easy with this user-friendly Southern Kyushu area rail pass exclusively for international tourists. You can simply redeem your physical pass and head out to explore the stunning southern region of Kyushu with a lovely subtropical climate. Famous for its subtropical vegetation and heavy rainfall, this subregion of Kyushu holds the world’s largest active volcanic crater, Mount Aso. You can travel stress-free and in comfort for 3 consecutive days, as you make your way to discover the natural wonders of the region including beautiful hot springs, waterfalls, and much more!

Know Before You Go

Important Information

• The JR Southern Kyushu Pass can only be used by non-Japanese citizens.

• When entering Japan please receive proof of being a 'temporary visitor' with a stamp or seal on your passport.

• If you're using an automated gate when entering Japan, please approach the airport staff and receive a certificate from your passport with a stamp or seal.

• Usage of 'Green Class' cars requires an additional fee.

Area covered: In addition to the Southern Kyushu areas, the pass is valid in Kumamoto, Misumi, Hitoyoshi, Kirishima-onsen, Kirishima-jingū, Kagoshima, Ibusuki, Nishi-Ōyama, Miyazaki, Obi, Nangō, and Nobeoka.

Seat Reservation

• Please make a reservation before boarding a train (highly recommended).

• This can be done at local train stations or online.

• Seat reservations may be difficult during weekends and local holidays (29 Apr to 6 May, 13 to 16 Aug, 26 Dec to 3 Jan).

• Seat reservations can be made up to 6 times without an extra fee.

• Please present the credit card used for seat reservations when boarding a train.

• Changes on seat reservations can be done online without any processing fees.

Operating Hours of JR Kyushu Office

• Please click here to find the locations and operating hours of the designated ticket offices of JR Kyushu.

• This is not applicable to the use of the Pass.