JR Sanyo-San'in Area 7-Day Pass
- Unlock Western Japan’s charm with the JR Sanyo–San’in Area Pass for 7 thrilling travel days
- Explore Okayama, Hiroshima, and beyond with unlimited rides on JR trains and Shinkansen lines
- See iconic spots like Tottori Sand Dunes, Kurashiki Bikan, and sacred Izumo Taisha Shrine
- Book the JR Pass e-voucher on KKday for instant use and easy ticket collection
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Product Info
－What You Can Expect－
Within 7 days after redemption, enjoy unlimited rides in Sanyo (Okayama, Hiroshima, Yamaguchi) and San'in (Tottori, Shimane) regions, on top of the Kansai region access.
Get unlimited rides on the Sanyo Shinkansen (including NOZOMI and MIZUHO, between Shin-Osaka and Hakata), reserved or non-reserved seats in ordinary cars of Limited Express and local trains (including Rapid and Special Rapid services) in the area (including Chizu Express), JR-West Miyajima Ferry, and WEST JAPAN JR BUS, Chugoku JR Bus in the area.
— Exchange Method—
- Ticket vending machine: Collect tickets through green ticket vending machines with a "PASSPORT" icob at each station
• Redemption location info
• eMCO redemption important notice
• If the ticket machine is out of service or you do not have an e-passport, please redeem the pass at a green ticket booth at designated stations - JR West Ticket Office: Present your e-voucher and passport to the JR Ticket Office (Midori-no-madoguchi, or "Green Window") to exchange for a physical ticket
• Name/passport verification not required at the ticket vending machine; however, if you exchange at a ticket office, the staff will check the name on the voucher and the passport
• Ticket vending machines are only available for travelers with an e-passport. If you do not have an e-passport or the passport does not work at the ticket machine, please visit the ticket office for a manual exchange - Collect reserved seat ticket: Please use a physical train ticket to redeem the reserved seat ticket at a green ticket booth or green ticket machine
• How to redeem
• If you've run out of reserved seat quota or haven't redeemed the reserved seat ticket, you can still use the pass to ride unreserved seats
• Passes that include unlimited reserved seats: if using the 7th or more times, please go to the green ticket booth to reserve manually and do not redeem at the machine
Only e-passports are accepted for ticket machine redemption. The ticket machine supports 5 languages: English, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Japanese and Simplified Chinese
Service range
eMCO e-ticket redemption process
Use JR PASS to visit popular attractions in Sanyo and San’in areas
Purchase Notice
- Please visit the official website for service range info
- Each adult or JR Sanyo-San’in Area Pass holder may bring 2 children aged 1–5 for free, the third child (or more) will require a child pass
- Free admission for children aged under 1
- In the following cases, each infant is required to purchase a Child Rail Pass:
1. When the infant uses a reserved seat in a standard car (ordinary car reserved seat) alone.
2. When the infant travels alone. - JR tickets are personalized, and the booking process is relatively complex. Please make sure to provide all required information when placing your order. Any delays in ticket issuance or the need to modify information due to incomplete details will be the traveler’s responsibility, and handling fees will apply. Thank you for your understanding.
- Pick up JR PASS eMCO E-Ticket at both standard JR green ticket counters & JR green ticket machines marked with "5489" in west Japan. See the official website for details
- When collecting your JR PASS from a ticket machine, you need to bring a passport with an IC chip. If your passport does not have an IC chip, please collect your pass at a manned ticket counter.
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 real-name registration system, with a complicated booking process. Please provide the correct required info when booking; failure to do so may result in delayed ticket issue which travelers will be held liable and surcharges will apply to booking changes
Children who require a reserved seat in an ordinary car and children travelling alone are required to purchase a child pass
Luggage Restrictions: Passengers may bring up to 2 pieces of luggage, each piece may not weigh more than 30kg and its length, width and depth may not add up to more than 250cm, while its length may not exceed 200cm (umbrellas, canes, carry-ons, backpacks are not considered as luggage)
One passport can only redeem 1 type of pass/ticket of the same time period
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present your e-voucher and passport on-site
FAQ
The JR Sanyo-San'in Area Pass includes unlimited travel on the Sanyo Main Line within its designated area. This covers routes connecting major cities such as Kyoto/Osaka to Okayama, Hiroshima, and Shimonoseki. For precise coverage limits and eligible stations, travelers should always refer to the official JR Sanyo-San'in Area Pass map.
The JR Sanyo-San'in Area Pass allows unlimited travel on significant sections of the San'in Main Line. This includes the segment between Kyoto and Hōki-Daisen, as well as the route connecting Izumoshi and Hagi. This extensive coverage provides convenient access to various destinations along the Japan Sea coast in the San'in region, such as Tottori and Matsue.
This pass offers substantial value for travelers planning extensive exploration of Western Japan over a 7-day period. It is particularly beneficial for those intending to visit multiple prefectures like Okayama, Hiroshima, Tottori, Shimane, and Yamaguchi, making frequent use of long-distance JR trains, including both Shinkansen and limited express services, to cover a broad area efficiently.
In addition to the Sanyo and San'in Main Lines, the JR Sanyo-San'in Area Pass covers other essential JR conventional lines within its designated coverage area. This includes routes facilitating travel to various popular destinations across Okayama, Hiroshima, Tottori, Shimane, and Yamaguchi prefectures, ensuring comprehensive access to the region's attractions.
The JR Sanyo-San'in Area Pass provides convenient access to numerous iconic attractions in Western Japan. Travelers can reach the unique Tottori Sand Dunes, explore the preserved Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, visit the revered Izumo Taisha Shrine, and journey to Hiroshima to experience its Peace Memorial Park and Miyajima Island, home to the floating torii gate.
The JR Sanyo-San'in Area Pass grants unlimited rides on the Sanyo Shinkansen, specifically between Shin-Osaka and Hakata stations. This high-speed rail access allows for rapid and efficient transit between major cities such as Shin-Osaka, Himeji, Okayama, Hiroshima, and Fukuoka, significantly reducing travel times across the Western Japan region.
The JR Sanyo-San'in Area Pass is valid for 7 consecutive days from the date it is first used. To activate the pass, an e-voucher purchased online must be exchanged for the physical pass at a designated JR ticket office in Japan. Upon exchange, you will choose your desired start date, and the pass will then be valid for seven continuous days.
Yes, the JR Sanyo-San'in Area Pass has certain exclusions. It does not cover rides on the Tokaido Shinkansen (between Kyoto and Tokyo) or the Kyushu Shinkansen (south of Hakata). Additionally, it is generally not valid for 'Nozomi' and 'Mizuho' Shinkansen services on the Sanyo Shinkansen line; travelers should use 'Hikari' or 'Sakura' services instead for covered travel.
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