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Reviews: Japan Rail Pass

General description: Japan Rail Pass

The Japan Rail Pass is especially for tourists visiting Japan who plan to travel around a bit and want almost unlimited access to public transport. The pass must be bought before leaving for Japan as it cannot be purchased in the country.
 
Japan Rail Pass Validity
The Japan Rail Pass is valid on all Shinkansen "bullet trains" except Nozomi and Mizuho trains. Most express, rapid and local trains are also included as well as the Tokyo monorail, local buses and the JR Miyajima ferry.
 
Buying the Japan Rail Pass
The Pass is valid for 1, 2 or 3 weeks and the prices are (2011):
 
1 Week
Adult: ¥28,300
Child: ¥14,500
 
2 Weeks
Adult: ¥45,100
Child: ¥22,550
 
3 Weeks
Adult: ¥57,700
Child: ¥28,850
 
Website for all further information including specefics on validity and where to buy it: http://www.japanrailpass.net

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