JR PASS: Hokkaido Rail Pass
- Book the Hokkaido JR Pass and enjoy unlimited rides across Hokkaido’s scenic routes.
- Travel to popular destinations like Sapporo, Otaru, Asahikawa, and Furano.
- In addition to the JR Hokkaido Rail Pass, KKday also offers 4-day pass options for the Sapporo - Noboribetsu area and the Sapporo - Furano area.
- Get exclusive bundle deals on top Hokkaido attractions when booking your pass through KKday.
- For more ticket booking instructions and purchase information, please refer to the JR Pass section.
- Check out KKday’s expert travel guide and local tips for exploring Furano, Hokkaido with ease.
Product Info
－What You Can Expect－
Use the cost-effective Hokkaido Rail Pass or Sapporo-Noboribetsu/Furano Area Pass to take your Japanese adventure to a whole new level. Pick from a wide range of train types covered in the pass to fit your needs. Book now with KKday, and explore Hokkaido, Noboribetsu, or Furano at your own pace.
－Package Info－
- Hokkaido Rail 5-/7-/10-Day Pass
• Valid for 5, 7 or 10 days from the designated usage day. Applicable to all JR Hokkaido Lines (excluding Hokkaido Shinkansen)
• Reserved and non-reserved seats in an ordinary car of limited express trains on JR Hokkaido Line
• Reserved and non-reserved seats of special rapid and rapid trains on JR Hokkaido Line
• Local trains on JR Hokkaido Line
• Reserved and non-reserved seats of temporary trains (limited express/rapid/local) on JR Hokkaido Line (If you wish to take the SL Fuyu-no-Shitsugen Train, please purchase a reserved seat ticket)
• The rail pass can be used for some JR Hokkaido buses. Please see here for details
• The rail pass cannot be used for the Hokkaido Shinkansen, the South Hokkaido Railway, the streetcar and the subway
- Sapporo-Noboribetsu Area 4-Day Pass
• Valid for 4 consecutive days and applicable to trains to New Chitose Airport (CTS), Sapporo, Otaru and Noboribetsu
• Non-reserved seat on the limited express, rapid and local trains in the valid area.
• To take a reserved seat, please apply manually at a station counter. (There might be some restrictions on reserved seats on certain trains. Even if there are empty seats, a reserved seat is not guaranteed). Non-reserved sets are only available for JR Pass
• If you get off outside of the valid area, you must pay the normal basic fare and charge for the additional section
• The rail pass cannot be used for JR Hokkaido Bus, the streetcar and the subway in Sapporo
• JR Pass is eligible for some JR Hokkaido buses
- Sapporo-Furano Area 4-Day Pass
• Valid for 4 consecutive days and applicable to trains to New Chitose Airport (CTS), Sapporo, Otaru, Furano, Biei and Asahikawa
• Non-reserved seats on the limited express, rapid and local trains in the valid area
• To take a reserved seat, please apply manually at a station counter. (There might be some restrictions on reserved seats on certain trains. Even if there are empty seats, a reserved seat is not guaranteed). Non-reserved sets are only available for JR Pass
• If you get off outside of the valid area, you must pay the standard fare and charge for the additional section
• The rail pass cannot be used for JR Hokkaido Bus, the streetcar and the subway in Sapporo
• The rail pass cannot be used for JR Hokkaido Bus, the streetcar and the subway in Sapporo
• JR Pass is eligible for some JR Hokkaido buses
** Ticket Machine Manual for Seat Reservation
** Ticket Range Details
** For JR Hokkaido Rail Pass redemption locations and the detailed business hours of each station, please see here
** Please note that redemption location info is subject to change, please see the official website for more details
** Starting March 16, 2024, the following train services will all be changed to "reserved seating only," with no unreserved seating available on any train. It is essential to obtain reserved seat tickets before boarding (reservations cannot be made on board). If you have not yet decided on your travel time (train service), you can occupy empty seats in the ordinary carriages using a Rail Pass (but not in the Green Car), but you must yield your seat to passengers holding reserved seat tickets and move to another available seat (you can only stand if the train is fully occupied). Affected train services: Limited Express Hokuto, Limited Express Suzuran, Limited Express Ōzora, Limited Express Tokachi.
5-/7-/10-Day Hokkaido Rail Pass valid area
Sapporo-Noboribetsu Area 4-Day Pass valid area
Sapporo-Furano Area 4-Day Pass valid area
Venture to different scenic spots in Hokkaido
Admire breathtaking sceneries as you go
Purchase Notice
- You can only select a redemption date that is within 90 days from when you book
- You can take the JR Hokkaido buses only with the Hokkaido Rail Pass (except intercity buses and temporary buses). For an express bus between Sapporo and Otaru, you can only take buses operated by JR Hokkaido Bus. When you get on the JR Hokkaido Bus, please take a numbered ticket. When you get off the bus, please give the numbered ticket and show your Hokkaido Rail Pass to the bus driver. The rail pass cannot be used for other companies’ bus and subway
- Sapporo-Noboribetsu Area Pass and Sapporo-Furano Area Pass cannot be used for JR Hokkaido Bus
- To ride in a first-class car (Green Car) on the limited express train, please pay the limited express charge in addition to Green Car charge. If you take a train that requires a supplementary ticket, please pay the charge for that. You cannot change to a reserved seat on the train
- The real name registration policy applies to the JR Pass. Please provide correct personal data when booking, failure to do so may result in issuance delays, and the purchaser will be held liable
- Please visit the official website to see details on redemption points; be mindful that JR Northern Kyushu Pass cannot be picked up at JR kyushu Travel Agency offices in train stations in Kagoshima-Chūō and Miyazaki
- To pick up a ticket for a reserved seat, please present your credit card, printed confirmation letter, and reservation code at the Green Ticket Counter in a Kyushu train station
- In the event of the following circumstances, a child pass will be required for each child:
• A child with a reserved seat in an ordinary car
• A child travelling alone without companions
Eligible Users
Ineligible Nationalities/Regions
- Japan
Notes
- There is no need to confirm "short-term stay" visa status upon redemption. This pass is only valid for non-Japanese passport holders. To redeem, please ensure to present the passports of all users (passport copies or residence cards are not acceptable). The name on the passport (or the representative's name for multi-person bookings) will be checked against the name entered at the time of application, so please be sure to enter the correct romanization of your name. If the names do not match, the ticket cannot be redeemed
Reminders
Please carry your passport at all times for ID verification
If trains are delayed/suspended, requests to extend the pass validity or to refund will not be accepted once the pass is in use. Under these circumstances, we are not liable for any costs incurred from a change of itinerary (transport, accommodation, etc.)
This pass cannot be exchanged for other types of passes or regular train tickets. Once it's redeemed, the start date and validity period cannot be changed
This product is registered under the customer's real name so passport verification is required upon redemption. Redemption by anyone else will be rejected and the ticket is non-transferrable
The amount shown on the voucher is the price per person. For multiple bookings of the same ticket type, a single redemption code will be provided
Redemption Location
JR New Chitose Airport Station (All Passes)
Monday 08:30 - 19:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 19:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 19:00
Thursday 08:30 - 19:00
Friday 08:30 - 19:00
Saturday 08:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:30 - 19:00
JR Sapporo Station (All Passes)
Monday 08:30 - 19:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 19:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 19:00
Thursday 08:30 - 19:00
Friday 08:30 - 19:00
Saturday 08:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:30 - 19:00
JR Noboribetsu Station (Sapporo-Noboribetsu Area Pass/Hokkaido Rail Pass)
Monday 07:00 - 16:15
Tuesday 07:00 - 16:15
Wednesday 07:00 - 16:15
Thursday 07:00 - 16:15
Friday 07:00 - 16:15
Saturday 07:00 - 16:15
Sunday 07:00 - 16:15
JR Asahikawa Station (Sapporo-Noboribetsu Area Pass/Hokkaido Rail Pass)
Monday 09:30 - 17:30
Tuesday 09:30 - 17:30
Wednesday 09:30 - 17:30
Thursday 09:30 - 17:30
Friday 09:30 - 17:30
Saturday 09:30 - 17:30
Sunday 09:30 - 17:30
JR Obihiro Station (Hokkaido Rail Pass)
Monday 09:00 - 19:30
Tuesday 09:00 - 19:30
Wednesday 09:00 - 19:30
Thursday 09:00 - 19:30
Friday 09:00 - 19:30
Saturday 09:00 - 19:30
Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
JR Kushiro Station (Hokkaido Rail Pass)
Monday 10:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 18:00
Thursday 10:00 - 18:00
Friday 10:00 - 18:00
Saturday 10:00 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 18:00
JR Abashiri Station (Hokkaido Rail Pass)
Monday 05:50 - 22:30
Tuesday 05:50 - 22:30
Wednesday 05:50 - 22:30
Thursday 05:50 - 22:30
Friday 05:50 - 22:30
Saturday 05:50 - 22:30
Sunday 05:50 - 22:30
JR Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station (Hokkaido Rail Pass)
Monday 09:00 - 19:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 19:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 19:00
Thursday 09:00 - 19:00
Friday 09:00 - 19:00
Saturday 09:00 - 19:00
Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
JR Hakodate Station (Hokkaido Rail Pass)
10:00 am–12:30 pm / 1:30 pm–6:00 pm, Monday–Sunday
How to Use
- Ticket redemption is only allowed within the operating hours
- The redemption process might take some time
- The redemption point is subject to the ticket type, see here
• Sapporo-Noboribetsu Area Pass: Ticket redemption and purchase are only available at New Chitose Airport (CTS) Station, Sapporo Station and Noboribetsu Station
• Sapporo-Furano Area Pass: Ticket redemption and purchase are only available at New Chitose Airport (CTS) Station, Sapporo Station and Asahikawa Station - Each pass holder is allowed to bring a child aged under 6 for free. A child's ticket is required for a second or more children
- A child's pass is required for children who take up reserved seats, green car seats or berth
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present your e-voucher and passport on-site
FAQ
The Hokkaido Rail Pass offers excellent value for visitors planning extensive train travel across Hokkaido. It provides unlimited rides on JR Hokkaido lines within the validity period, allowing convenient and cost-effective access to major cities and scenic areas without the need for individual ticket purchases. This is particularly beneficial for those aiming to visit multiple destinations like Sapporo, Otaru, Asahikawa, and Furano.
While the nationwide Japan Rail Pass does cover JR lines throughout Japan, including Hokkaido, the Hokkaido Rail Pass is a specific regional pass designed exclusively for the Hokkaido area. If your travel plans are focused solely on Hokkaido, the Hokkaido Rail Pass often provides a more specialized and sometimes more efficient option for exploring the island compared to the broader Japan Rail Pass.
The Hokkaido Rail Pass comes in various durations, typically offering 5 or 7 consecutive days of unlimited travel. Its value is determined by the extensive coverage it provides across JR Hokkaido lines, including popular routes to Sapporo, Otaru, Asahikawa, and Furano. Additionally, specific 4-day pass options tailored for areas like Sapporo-Noboribetsu and Sapporo-Furano are available, catering to different itineraries.
You can purchase the Hokkaido Rail Pass conveniently online. For example, through KKday, you can secure your pass and benefit from instant e-voucher ticket redemption. This allows you to receive your voucher quickly and then exchange it for the physical pass upon arrival in Japan at designated JR exchange offices, simplifying your travel preparations and ensuring a smooth start to your journey.
Absolutely. The Hokkaido Rail Pass is an excellent solution for car-free travel within Hokkaido. It connects major cities and tourist spots such as Sapporo, Otaru, Asahikawa, and Furano via a comprehensive rail network. This allows travelers to comfortably navigate the region, enjoy scenic train journeys, and avoid the complexities of driving, parking, or renting a vehicle, making exploration hassle-free.
With the Hokkaido Rail Pass, travelers can easily reach many of Hokkaido's popular destinations. These include the vibrant city of Sapporo, the charming canal town of Otaru, the wildlife haven of Asahikawa, and the picturesque lavender fields of Furano (seasonal). The pass provides seamless access to these and other key areas, enabling flexible itinerary planning and efficient travel.
Yes, in addition to the comprehensive Hokkaido Rail Pass, travelers can also find more localized 4-day pass options. These include specialized passes designed for specific areas such as Sapporo - Noboribetsu and Sapporo - Furano. These focused passes are ideal for visitors whose itineraries are concentrated within particular popular regions, offering tailored and efficient travel solutions.
After purchasing your Hokkaido Rail Pass, often as an e-voucher, you will need to exchange it for the physical pass once you arrive in Japan. This exchange typically takes place at designated JR exchange offices located at major airports or train stations. You will need your e-voucher and passport to activate the pass, selecting your desired start date for its validity period.
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