JR Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area 5-day Pass eMCO e-Ticket | Japan
Discover Hiroshima and Yamaguchi with a convenient 5-day rail and bus pass.
- Navigate effortlessly across Hiroshima and Yamaguchi's rail networks, including the iconic Shinkansen bullet trains
- Visit landmarks like Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Iwakuni's Kintai Bridge
- Swap your e-voucher for a printed one at specific ticket machines
- Book post-October 2023 to enjoy unlimited reserved seats on conventional lines without extra fees
Product Info
— What You Can Expect —
Explore the historic regions of Hiroshima and Yamaguchi with a convenient five-day travel pass. Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Hiroshima Castle, and take a scenic detour to Miyajima Island, celebrated for its ancient temples set against a backdrop of dense forests.
Enjoy an easy pick-up of your printed voucher when you arrive Japan, and get exclusive discounts when booking on KKday. The 5-day JR pass not only covers unlimited access on the Sanyo Shinkansen between Hakata and Mihara, including the renowned Nozomi and Mizuho lines, but also includes rides on Limited Express, local trains, the JR-West Miyajima Ferry, and Chugoku JR Bus in the specified area. Just ensure you use the pass within its validity period, and be aware of any potential service changes.
— Redemption Info —
Ticket Vending Machines (Self-service):
- Use the green ticket vending machines with passport icons at stations to operate and collect tickets
- Redemption Location Info
- eMCO Redemption Important Notice - If a ticket machine is unavailable or if you don't have an e-passport, proceed to the designated stations and obtain your pass from the green ticket booth
JR West Ticket Office (Manual):
- To exchange your e-voucher for a physical ticket, present it along with your passport at the JR Ticket Office (known as Midori-no-madoguchi or the Green Window)
- Using the ticket machine does not require name and passport verification. However, if you exchange your e-voucher at the counter, the staff will cross-check the name on the voucher with your passport
- The ticket machines cater exclusively to travelers with an e-passport. If you're without one, or if it isn't recognized by the machine, please proceed to the ticket office for a hands-on exchange
Collecting Reserved Seat Tickets:
- Redeem your ticket at either the green ticket booth or machine before use
- How to Redeem
- If you've exhausted your reserved seat quota or haven't collected the reserved seat ticket, you can still utilize the pass for non-reserved seating
Opt for e-passports to retrieve physical tickets at ticketing machines, available in English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, and Japanese
Discover the service range of your pass
Navigate through the eMCO e-ticket redemption process with ease
Travel with the JR Pass and conveniently explore top Japanese attractions
Purchase Notice
- See here for applicable trains and seat type
- Please visit the official website for service range info
- Each adult or JR Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area Pass holder may bring 2 children aged 1 - 5 for free, the third (and so on) child will require a child pass, please consider before booking
- Free admission for children aged under 1
- Children who requires a reserved seat in an ordinary car and individual children are required to purchase a child pass
- JR tickets operate under a registration system, with a very complicated booking process. Therefore, please make sure to provide the correct required info when booking, failure to do so may result in ticket issuance delay, travelers will be held liable and surcharges will apply to booking changes
- JR PASS eMCO e-Ticket Pick-Up: in addition to the standard JR green ticket counters, JR green ticket machines marked with "5489" in west Japan are also available for ticket pick-up, please visit the official website for details
- Ticket exchange service at the ticket machine is only available for travelers with an e-passport. Travelers without an e-passport need to approach the ticket counter for ticket exchange
Eligible Users
Ineligible Nationalities/Regions
- Japan
Notes
- Non-Japanese passport holders/travelers with a tourist visa/travelers entering Japan under the entry status of "Temporary Visitor"
Reminders
JR tickets operate under a registered system, with a very complicated booking process. Therefore, please ensure that you have provided the required information in order to make a purchase. Please bear in mind that KKday is not liable for any delays due to insufficient or incorrect information provided by travelers
Children require a child pass if occupying a seat in a reserved-seat carriage or traveling alone
Luggage Restrictions: Passengers may bring up to two pieces of luggage, not including carry-ons and smaller bags, each piece may not weigh more than 30 kg and its length, width and depth may not add up to more than 250 cm, while its length may not exceed 200 cm
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present your e-voucher and passport on-site
FAQ
The JR Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area Pass is designed for cost-effectiveness, especially for travelers planning extensive exploration across both Hiroshima and Yamaguchi prefectures over five consecutive days. It offers unlimited rides on designated JR trains, including the Sanyo Shinkansen (for unreserved seats), JR conventional lines, JR buses, and the JR West Miyajima Ferry. This can lead to significant savings compared to purchasing individual tickets for each journey, making it a valuable choice for maximizing your travel budget.
With the JR Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area Pass, you can travel efficiently between Hiroshima and Yamaguchi primarily via the Sanyo Shinkansen, which connects major stations like Hiroshima Station and Shin-Yamaguchi Station. The pass also covers unlimited rides on JR conventional lines and select JR buses within the designated area. For example, you can take a Shinkansen from Hiroshima to Shin-Yamaguchi, then use local JR lines or buses to reach specific destinations within Yamaguchi Prefecture, such as Hagi or Iwakuni.
The JR Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area Pass is specifically tailored for in-depth travel within Hiroshima and Yamaguchi prefectures over five consecutive days. Unlike broader regional passes that cover wider areas like Kansai or Kyushu, this pass offers focused access to the JR rail network (including Shinkansen unreserved seats), buses, and the JR West Miyajima ferry within its designated zone. This makes it ideal if your itinerary concentrates on these two prefectures, ensuring comprehensive coverage without paying for unused routes outside your travel scope.
The JR Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area Pass provides unlimited use of JR conventional lines, the Sanyo Shinkansen (for unreserved seats, between Shin-Osaka and Hakata, within the designated area), select JR buses, and the JR West Miyajima Ferry. Additionally, for passes booked post-October 2023, you can enjoy unlimited reserved seats on conventional lines without extra fees. This comprehensive coverage simplifies transportation logistics, allowing seamless travel to key attractions throughout Hiroshima and Yamaguchi.
The JR Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area Pass allows convenient access to many prominent landmarks. In Hiroshima, you can easily reach attractions like the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, Miyajima (via the JR West Miyajima Ferry to visit Itsukushima Shrine), and Shukkei-en Garden. In Yamaguchi, the pass facilitates visits to Iwakuni's Kintai Bridge, Hofu Tenmangu Shrine, and areas around Shin-Yamaguchi Station, serving as a gateway to other prefectural highlights. Utilizing the JR network simplifies reaching these iconic sites.
After purchasing the JR Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area Pass e-ticket, you will receive an e-voucher. To obtain your physical pass, you must present this e-voucher along with your passport at designated JR ticket machines equipped with a passport reader, or at a Midori-no-Madoguchi (JR Ticket Office) in major JR stations within the designated area, such as Hiroshima Station or Shin-Yamaguchi Station. Look for green ticket machines which typically support this exchange process.
The JR Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area Pass allows unlimited use of unreserved seats on the Sanyo Shinkansen within the designated area. For conventional JR lines, passes booked after October 2023 also include unlimited reserved seats without any additional charges. To secure a reserved seat on a conventional line, you can visit a JR ticket office (Midori-no-Madoguchi) or a designated ticket machine at a JR station to obtain a seat reservation ticket, presenting your physical pass.
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