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JR Kansai Mini Pass: 3-Day Unlimited Travel across Osaka, Kyoto, Nara & Kobe

Osaka Castle surrounded by autumn foliage with city skyline in Kansai, Japan.
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Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Extended validity

Visit anytime until 22 Jul, 2026 without worrying about committing to a date today
    • Discover Osaka, Kyoto, Nara & Kobe with one easy, budget-friendly JR pass

    • Enjoy unlimited JR train rides for 3 consecutive days across Kansai

    • Travel seamlessly on local, rapid & Limited Express trains without ticket hassles

    • Ideal for short trips covering multiple cities in a limited time

    • Pass valid for 3 consecutive days

    • Unlimited access to JR trains across Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe

    • Access to local, rapid, and Limited Express trains (non-reserved seats)

    • Ordinary car seating

    • Travel outside designated Kansai JR network
  • These tickets can’t be cancelled. However, you can use them any time within the next 3 months.

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

  • Explore Kansai at your own pace with a simple, all-in-one rail pass. The JR Kansai Mini Pass gives you unlimited access to JR trains across Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe for 3 consecutive days, making it perfect for short, multi-city trips.

    Move easily between historic temples in Kyoto, lively streets in Osaka, deer parks in Nara, and Kobe’s scenic harbor—all without buying separate tickets. With access to local, rapid, and Limited Express trains, you can plan your itinerary flexibly while keeping travel costs low.

    Seamless activation

    • Redeem your pass at a JR exchange office in Japan

    • Select your start date at redemption

    • Valid for 3 consecutive days from activation

    • Show your pass to board JR trains

  • What to bring

    • Passport with “Temporary Visitor” stamp

    What’s not allowed

    • Use by residents of Japan

    • Changes after activation or reissue if lost

    Accessibility

    • Assistance available at major JR stations

    Additional information

    • Only available to foreign tourists visiting Japan

    • Valid for 3 consecutive days; no extensions for delays or cancellations

    • Additional charges apply for reserved seats and premium cars

    • Children (6–11) require a child pass; infants travel free under certain conditions

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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