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The nationwide pass
Check nationwide JAPAN RAIL PASS prices, child fares, purchase channels, eligibility and excluded trains.
The nationwide pass
03Japan Rail Pass Prices: 7, 14 and 21 Days, USD and Buying Options
Official prices checked on 2026-10-24: JAPAN RAIL PASS prices differ between official online purchases and Exchange Orders from designated overseas agents. Revised overseas agency prices apply to purchases from 2026-10-01.
JR Pass Eligibility: Students, Nozomi and Mizuho Rules
The national pass is generally for visitors arriving from overseas for sightseeing with Temporary Visitor status. The national pass alone does not cover Nozomi or Mizuho; you must buy the required special ticket before boarding and use it together with the pass.