JR Tohoku-South Hokkaido Rail Pass
- The JR Pass for Tohoku and Homkaido Rail Pass allows unlimited rides on designated JR trains within a 6-day period.
- The JR Tohoku-Nankaido Rail Pass is valid for connecting multiple cities including Aomori, Akita, Sendai, and Hakodate.
- KKday offers mail-order service for purchasing JR Tohoku and Namkaido Rail Passes, which can be redeemed immediately at designated counters upon arrival in Japan.
- For more information on booking tickets and purchasing tickets, please refer to the JR Pass section .
- For more details, please refer to the JR PASS guide for the Tohoku and Hokkaido regions .
Product Info
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－What You Can Expect－
Explore Southern Hokkaido and Tohoku regions with this flexible regional JR Pass. Enjoy unlimited, high-speed train travel for five non-consecutive days within a two-week period.
Have your pass delivered right to your home address before departing for Japan. Activate your pass at many convenient locations. Access the iconic Shinkansen bullet train and take a swift ride to your destination.
Witness sacred temples, hot springs and captivating landscapes. Attend a summer lantern festival in Aomori. Gaze upon well-preserved samurai houses at Kakunodate, Akita Prefecture. Delight in temple hopping at Yamagata and see the famous frozen ‘snow monsters’ during winter. Visit Sapporo for historic Meiji-era parks and the Beer Museum.
Save time and money with your JR Tohoku-South Hokkaido Rail Pass!
* Service Range (unlimited rides on the following trains):
- JR Hokkaido Lines
- JR East (including BRT*)
- Aoimori Railway Line
- Iwate Galaxy Railway (IGR) Line
- Sendai Airport Transit Line (including Shinkansen)
- Regular reserved and non-reserved seats on limited express, express, rapid and local trains
－Package Info－
- Delivery to Taiwan
- Delivery Method: standard mailing
- Delivery Time: 4 business days (not including weekends) - Delivery to South Korea
- Delivery Method: standard mailing
- Delivery Time: 5 business days (not including weekends) - Delivery to Hong Kong
- Delivery Method: standard mailing
- Delivery Time (excluding weekends and holidays): 4 business days in city centre / 6 business days outside of the city (Ma Wan, Luohu, Lok Ma Chau, Mai Po, Man Kam To Control Point, Ta Kwu Ling, Grass Island Island, Mui Wo, Po Toi Island, Tai O, Tung Lung Chau, Tung Ping Chau, Peng Chau, Lamma Island, Cheung Chau, Pui O) - Delivery to Singapore
- Delivery Method: standard mailing
- Delivery Time: 6 business days (not including weekends and holidays) - Delivery to Malaysia
- Delivery Method: standard mailing
- Delivery Time (excluding weekends and holidays): 2 business days in city centre (West Malaysia) / 4 business days outside of the city (East Malaysia) - Delivery to the Philippines
- Delivery Method: standard mailing
- Delivery Time (excluding weekends and holidays): 9 business days in Manila / 12 business days outside of the city (Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao) - Delivery to Australia
- Delivery Method: standard mailing
- Delivery Time (excluding weekends and holidays): 4 business days - Delivery to Thailand
- Delivery Method: standard mailing
- Delivery Time (excluding weekends and holidays): 3 business days in city centre (Bangkok, Nonthaburi, Pathum Thani, Samut Prakan, Nakhon Pathom, Samut Sakhon) / 6 business days outside of the city (North of Uttaradit, South of Chumphon, other provinces) - Delivery to Vietnam
- Delivery Method: standard mailing
- Delivery Time (excluding weekends and holidays): 8 business days
Use the JR PASS to visit scenic attractions in Tohoku Region
Seize the opportunity to witness iconic monuments
Refund Process
Purchase Notice
- Please note that only passes departing within 3 months are available for booking
- For the service range info, please visit the official website
- For the redemption point info, please visit the official website
- 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 issue delay, travelers will be held liable and surcharges will apply to booking changes
- Free admission for children aged under 6, must not occupy a seat, excluding the following situations:
- Children using a reserved seat local on a local train without company
- Children traveling alone - You can only use one JR Tohoku-South Hokkaido Rail Pass at a time while travelling in Japan. (You cannot purchase two of the same type of pass if they have overlapping periods of validity)
Includes/Excludes
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
Luggage Restrictions: Passengers may bring up to two pieces of luggage, excluding carry-ons and smaller bags, 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
[Refund Policy] To request a refund, the voucher does not need to be mailed back to the KKday office. Simply upload a photo of the torn "laser silver tag" and "barcode" in the customer service chat to receive the refund. Please refer to the images in the "Refund Process" above.
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present your passport on-site
Validity Period
- Valid for use within 3month(s) from the date of issue; Invalid after expiration
- Please refer to the "DATE OF ISSUE発行月日" on the ticket for the issue date info, the ticket will remain valid for 3 months from the date of issue
Cancellation Policy
- MCO vouchers that have not been exchanged for physical tickets can be refunded within 12 months from the issue date by contacting KKday Customer Service. A 10% cancellation fee based on the ticket value will be charged. Refunds or reissues are not available for lost, stolen, or partially used vouchers.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
FAQ
You can purchase the JR Tohoku-South Hokkaido Rail Pass conveniently through online travel platforms. Booking via KKday allows you to enjoy reliable booking services and sometimes offers delivery of the exchange order, streamlining your travel preparations before arriving in Japan. After purchase, you'll receive an exchange order which you'll need to redeem for the actual pass once you are in Japan at designated JR exchange locations.
After exchanging your JR Tohoku-South Hokkaido Rail Pass for the physical pass in Japan, you can make seat reservations. This can be done at JR ticket offices (Midori-no Madoguchi) located at major train stations, or at JR Travel Service Centers. Simply present your valid pass to the staff and inform them of your desired train and seats. Some passes may also allow online seat reservations via the JR East website after initial activation, offering added flexibility.
The JR Tohoku-South Hokkaido Rail Pass offers unlimited travel on designated JR conventional lines, express trains, and high-speed Shinkansen (bullet trains) within its coverage area. This includes reserved and non-reserved seats on trains like the Tohoku Shinkansen and Hokkaido Shinkansen. It also covers some local JR buses, offering comprehensive transport across the Tohoku and South Hokkaido regions for convenient sightseeing.
Effective April 1, 2025, the JR Tohoku-South Hokkaido Rail Pass will undergo changes to its pricing and terms of use. Customers planning to use the pass on or after this date must confirm the updated details before making their purchase. These adjustments may affect validity, coverage, or other conditions, so it's important to consult the latest official information from JR East.
The JR Tohoku-South Hokkaido Rail Pass is valid for 6 consecutive days from its activation date. This allows for unlimited travel on designated trains and buses within its coverage area during that continuous period. It's important to note that the exchange order for the pass must be redeemed for the physical pass within 90 days from the date of purchase, regardless of when it is activated.
The JR Tohoku-South Hokkaido Rail Pass provides extensive coverage across the Tohoku region of Honshu and the southern part of Hokkaido. Major cities and areas covered include Sendai, Aomori, Akita, and Hakodate, among others. This pass is ideal for exploring diverse attractions from the historical sites of Tohoku to the scenic landscapes of South Hokkaido, offering convenient access between these locations.
To exchange and activate your JR Tohoku-South Hokkaido Rail Pass, you must present your exchange order and your passport (with a temporary visitor stamp) at designated JR Exchange Locations in Japan. These include major JR Travel Service Centers and ticket offices at airports and large train stations within the pass's coverage area, such as Narita Airport, Haneda Airport, Sendai, Aomori, and Sapporo. After exchanging, you can immediately begin using your pass.
The JR Tohoku-South Hokkaido Rail Pass is generally available for foreign tourists visiting Japan under the "Temporary Visitor" status. This means non-Japanese passport holders entering Japan for tourism purposes, typically for a stay of 90 days or less. Residents of Japan, including foreign residents, are usually not eligible to purchase or use this specific type of rail pass.
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