This article provides information on the e-ticket exchange process and reserved seat allocation for the "Kansai-Hiroshima Area Pass 5-Day." In addition to covering the Kansai region, including Kyoto, Osaka, and Kobe, if you plan to travel to the Sanyo region, including Hiroshima and Okayama, this JR Pass is a good choice.
HOW TO BUY【Kansa-Hiroshima Area Rail Pass 5-Day】
▲Prices are primarily based on the official announcement on the JR West Japan website.
I recommend everyone to purchase tickets in advance through travel e-commerce platforms before traveling abroad. After purchasing the tickets, you will receive an electronic ticket QR code. Upon arrival in Japan, you can exchange the QR code for physical tickets at the automated ticket vending machines for immediate use.
Major travel agencies such as Kkday, Klook, Lion Travel, and Cola Travel all offer these services.
The usage area of 【Kansa-Hiroshima Area Rail Pass 5-Day】
The "Kansa-Hiroshima Area Rail Pass 5-Day" allows unlimited rides on designated JR trains and Shinkansen within a specified range for five consecutive days on selected dates. The usage area is extensive, covering regions such as Kansai, Hiroshima, Okayama, Takamatsu, Kinosaki Onsen, Amanohashidate, Tottori, and more. It is convenient for travelers entering Japan, whether through Kansai Airport, Hiroshima Airport, or Okayama Airport.
★ Enjoy unlimited rides within the valid area on the map using the following trains:
- Shinkansen Sanyo Line (between Shin-Osaka and Hiroshima) with reserved seats (including Hello Kitty Shinkansen)
- Limited Express trains: HARUKA, KUROSHIO, KONOTORI, KINOSAKI
- JR West local lines: New Rapid, Rapid, and Local trains
- JR West Miyajima Ferry (between Miyajimaguchi and Miyajima)
- Starting from October 2023, no additional charge is required for unlimited rides in reserved seats on trains.
* JR West Japan buses are valid only for local routes within the area and cannot be used for express buses.
Steps to Exchange【Kansa-Hiroshima Area Rail Pass 5-Day】E-Vouchers
At JR stations, locate the 'Green Ticket Vending Machines' marked with a passport symbol to exchange your electronic tickets for physical train tickets!
For available stations, please click here.
Don't worry if the initial screen is in Japanese; you can switch the language in the top right corner of the screen. Next, click on the 'blue button' to collect your reserved tickets.
1. Click on the "purple button" EXCHANGE ORDER (E-TICKET).
2. Scan the QR code on the purchase voucher or enter the Exchange Order No. from the E-TICKET, then input the start date of use.
3. Verify the usage conditions (passport, entry qualifications, etc.). ※ JR transportation tickets are only available for purchase and use by foreign visitors to Japan.
4. Confirm the ticket type and ensure the accuracy of the usage date. After clicking the confirmation button, you will receive the physical train ticket.
【Kansa-Hiroshima Area Rail Pass 5-Day】 Reserved Seat Allocation Procedure
Starting from the initial screen, switch the language to your preferred language.
- Click on the button "Reserve Reserved Seats/Change Reserved Seats Using Discount Tickets."
- Next, click on "Reserve Reserved Seats Using Multiple-Use Tickets."
- Insert the JR ticket into the ticket vending machine. In the case of multiple passengers traveling together, you can reserve seats for up to four passengers.
- Enter the departure and arrival stations, search for available trains for reservation, select the desired train, and after clicking the confirmation button, you will receive the reserved seat tickets.
Train ticket / Reserved seat ticket:
When boarding and exiting the Shinkansen, you need to insert two tickets: the train ticket and the reserved seat ticket. If you are boarding a local or limited express train, you only need to insert the train ticket when entering and exiting the ticket gate.
Hiroshima and Okayama Recommended Attractions
Using the 'Kansai-Hiroshima Area Rail Pass' explores Hiroshima and Okayama. Finally, I'll share a few recommended itineraries with everyone. After reading, you can start planning your journey!
▲Hiroshima | Atomic Bomb Dome
▲Hiroshima | Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island
▲Okayama | Okayama Korakuen Garden, Okayama Castle
▲Okayama | Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter
Plan an incredibly fulfilling itinerary using the Kansai-Hiroshima Area Rail Pass!
Additionally, there's an excellent value package available, the "Kansai-Hiroshima Area Rail Pass + Have Fun In Hiroshima Pass," which offers fantastic savings!