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JR EAST PASS
(Nagano, Niigata area)

Extensive coverage from Kanto to Nagano & Niigata! Your Trusty 5-day Pass for Unlimited Rides.

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This unlimited ride pass is a great buy for tourists visiting Japan and foreign residents without Japanese nationality. Once in hand take up 5 days of unlimited travels across a number of differing routes including bullet train rides on the Joetsu Shinkansen, specified sections of the Hokuriku and Tohoku Shinkansen, or hop on JR East lines, the entire Tokyo Monorail line, the entire Izu Kyuko line, and the Hokuetsu Express lines running in Niigata.

One of the areas covered by the JR East Pass (Nagano & Niigata Area) is Nagano Prefecture, which is bustling with winter sports and plenty to love during the green season, too. Niigata Prefecture is one of Japan’s famed rice producers, making it the go-to place for delicious rice, sake, and recommended seafood dishes. Additionally, the pass can be used for sightseeing in and around Tokyo at spots like Akihabara, Shinjuku, Kamakura and more so you can really get where you’re going across Japan.

Please note some services may have limited routes/sections that apply, so be sure to double check in advance. Special terms may also apply including needing to present your physical passport or voucher if purchased from a travel agency, and not being able to change the valid period once decided at the time of pass exchange.

Highlights

  • 5-day unlimited travel pass available for tourists visiting Japan and foreign residents.
  • Recommended for those wanting to extend their trip to Niigata and Nagano.
  • Added bonus is that spots in and around Tokyo are covered, too.
  • Make sure to thoroughly check the valid period and usage conditions in advance.

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  • Recommended for travelers who want to explore both Tokyo, and Nagano and Niigata for sightseeing.

    Recommended for travelers who want to explore both Tokyo, and Nagano and Niigata for sightseeing.

  • Explore mountainous areas like Echigo-Yuzawa and Kamikochi.

    Explore mountainous areas like Echigo-Yuzawa and Kamikochi.

  • Take the Joetsu Shinkansen/Hokuriku Shinkansen and head to Niigata or Nagano!
provided by EAST JAPAN RAILWAY COMPANY

    Take the Joetsu Shinkansen/Hokuriku Shinkansen and head to Niigata or Nagano! provided by EAST JAPAN RAILWAY COMPANY

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Are there pamphlets available in foreign languages? (If so, please also tell me which languages.)

A

Yes, they are available. (English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, French, Thai, Vietnamese, Indonesian)

Q

Do I need to make a reservation to ride?

A

Reservations are required in advance if you wish to use reserved seating (ordinary car, green car, or Gran Class) when boarding the Shinkansen or limited express trains. Reservations can be made through JR-EAST Train Reservation or at certain JR East stations after arriving in Japan.
JR-EAST Train Reservation (English)
*Please note that an additional fee is required when using the green car or Gran Class. If you wish to use non-reserved seating on the Shinkansen or limited express trains, no advance reservation is necessary.

Q

Do I need to present a passport or other form of ID when purchasing?

A

Please present your actual valid passport.

Q

Can I ride the Limited Express FUJI EXCURSION train with the JR EAST PASS (Tohoku Area)?

A

No, you cannot ride the Limited Express FUJI EXCURSION train with this pass. Please purchase a separate train ticket and limited express ticket before boarding or inside the train.

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Details

Name in Japanese
JR EAST PASS(長野・新潟エリア)
Vendor
EAST JAPAN RAILWAY COMPANY
Price
Adults (age 12 and over): 27,000 yen, Children (age 6 to 11 old): 13,500 yen
Sales Locations
JR EAST Train Reservation (online), overseas travel agencies, major JR East stations within the pass area (Narita Airport Terminal 1 Station, Tokyo Monorail Haneda Airport Terminal 3 Station, Tokyo Station, Shibuya Station, Shinjuku Station, Shinagawa Station, etc.), Narita Airport, etc.
Official Website
Official Website (English)