Train Passes

5 Day JR Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area Pass

Tourists exploring Hiroshima city with the 5 Day JR Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area Pass

Spend 5 days exploring 3 Japanese cities with the Okayama, Yamaguchi, and Hiroshima Area Pass without breaking the bank. Hop on Japan’s high-speed bullet train and express trains in the area for a hassle-free trip.

Highlights

Visit top attractions in the Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi region by taking advantage of up to 6 reserved seats on Japan's renowned bullet trains for 5 days.
Use the pass to board the plush Hello Kitty Shinkansen, local trains, express trains, and more to reach your destination at lightning speed.
Take the JR West Miyajima Ferry to Miyajima Island as well as enjoy unlimited rides on Chugoku JR route buses.
Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum to learn about the city’s history and the events of World War II.
Explore the Yamaguchi Prefectural Museum to learn about the region's history, or stroll to the Rurikoji Temple to take in its intricate architecture.
Take a tour of the well-known Okayama Castle, a 400-year-old magnificent black castle in Okayama City, and Korakuen Garden, one of Japan's most stunning gardens.
Savor the regional specialties of each city, like Hiroshima's okonomiyaki, Okayama's famed peaches and Yamaguchi's fresh seafood.

Inclusions

5-day unlimited travel in the Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi area
Reserved and non-reserved seats on the following JR-West Conventional lines:
- 6 reserved seats in the Sanyo Shinkansen bullet train (Okayama - Hakata)
- Hello Kitty Shinkansen
- Ordinary cars of limited express trains
- Special rapid & rapid services
- Local trains
Access to Jr West Miyajima ferry (Miyajimaguchi - Miyajima)
Access to some Chugoku JR route buses
Access to EKIRIN rent-a-cycle shop

Exclusions

Bullet train Sanyo Shinkansen (Shin-Osaka - Okayama)
Conventional lines on Kyushu Island
Attraction tickets

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation anytime before the start of your experience

Ticket validity

These tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.

Your Experience

Travelling in the Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area

You can see everything from the bustling city life to the stunning countryside with the 5-day Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area JR Pass. This pass gives you access to 6 reserved seats on the Sanyo Shinkansen bullet train from Okayama to Hakata in the designated areas for 5 days so you can reach your destination in a fraction of time.

With unlimited rides on JR West trains and Chugoku JR route buses you can create your own custom itinerary and explore at your own pace.

Access to the JR West Miyajima Ferry is also included with the pass, so you can easily get to and from the Miyajimaguchi and Miyajima islands. And if you want to explore the region by bicycle, the pass can be used at "EKIRIN" rent-a-cycle shops. So whether you're looking to see the sights or just get around, the JR rail pass is the perfect way to do it.

Top Attractions in Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area

Okayama is a city with a rich history and culture, and it is home to a number of significant historical sites and magnificent gardens, including the Okayama Castle and Korakuen Garden, one of Japan's most exquisite gardens that was constructed in the 1700s. Take another train to Hiroshima and visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial, UNESCO World Heritage Site, which honours the victims of the atomic bomb and is known for its tragic history. You can also explore Yamaguchi City, a lovely seaside town with some of Japan's most gorgeous beaches.

Know Before You Go

Important Information

Bring along your passport, ID, & valid visa.
Click here to know more about the train routes.
This pass is valid only for non-Japanese passport holders, with a visa stamp saying 'Temporary Visitor' on the passport that you can secure at immigration.
An adult or child rail pass holder can be accompanied by up to 2 infants (1-5 years old) free of cost, with a child pass required from every third infant.
The 6 reserved seating options are available for Shinkansen (Mihara - Hakata) and express trains.

Steps for Exchanging Reserved Seat Tickets

Please collect printed tickets for reserved seats at the green ticket vending machines by the area pass before boarding the train.

Restrictions

The experience is restricted for guests who are Japanese passport holders or non-Japanese passport holders with permanent residence in Japan.

Operating Hours

Click here to know more about the operating hours of JR-West stations.
Note: The pass is not subject to these timings.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please go to green ticket-vending machines and pick up physical ticket by scanning QR code of e-ticket and non-Japanese passport.
If the machine breaks down or if your passport does not have IC chip, please proceed to any one of the JR-WEST Ticket Offices mentioned below to exchange for physical ticket.
For more details on various other exchange locations of Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area Pass refer to this link.