Japan Rail Passes, will I need one?
When I got to Japan, I am going to spend 8 days in Tokyo (doing central sight seeing), 5 days in Osaka (with 3 return train trips to Kyoto to see the area) and a day in Hiroshima then a train ride back to Tokyo.
My question is, will I benefit from purchasing a JR pass? Or will it be more cost effective to just pay for each train ride separately?
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Do you need JR Pass in Tokyo?
While the metro lines do no accept the JR Pass, other IC Cards, such as the Pasmo and Suica, may be used. These cards give you access to almost any train or bus in Tokyo.Can Japan Rail Pass be used on subway?
The Japan Rail Pass can't be used on Subways. It can be used on JR operated lines such as the Yamanote line in Tokyo.Is a Japan Rail worth it?
Whether a Japan Rail Pass is worth it for you depends on your route. If you'll be travelling at a fast pace to lots of places, especially on the expensive bullet trains, then it's likely a rail pass will save you money.Does the JR Pass cover all of Japan?
JR is the largest train company and covers travel around the whole of Japan using the world famous bullet trains. Subways, Metros, and non JR trains are not covered by the Japan rail pass.Japan Rail Pass Explained (JR Pass) - What You Need To Know
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