Coverage
1 countries
From
Β₯7,500
E-Pass
π
Refundable
β
π° Price Table
| Type | 2nd Class | 1st Class |
|---|---|---|
| 3 days flexi | Β₯15,000 | β |
β Pros
- Shinkansen to Karuizawa included
- 3 days for Β₯15,000 - great value
- Covers Hakone/Nikko/Izu
- Free reserved seats
- Available to foreign residents too
β Cons
- Only 3 days
- No Tokaido Shinkansen to Kyoto/Osaka
- Limited to Greater Tokyo area
π Best For
- Tokyo area short trips
- Karuizawa day trip
- Nikko day trip
- Winter GALA Yuzawa skiing
π Not For
- Need to go to Kansai
- Tokyo city only (subway is cheaper)
π‘ Pro Tips
- TokyoβKaruizawa Shinkansen is ~Β₯6,000 β one round trip pays off
- Japanese residents can also buy this (one of few JR passes)
- Fujikyu Railway to Kawaguchiko is also covered
- Great value for weekend trips to Karuizawa/Nikko
β οΈ Common Pitfalls
- Thinking it covers Tokaido Shinkansen to Kyoto
- Not using it for Shinkansen trips (the main value)
- Buying for Tokyo-city-only travel
π« Activation
β’ Window: 3 months from purchase
β’ App: No app needed
π Refund Policy
β’ Fee: Β₯220 handling fee
β’ Deadline: Before first use
β’ N/A
Last updated: 2026-02-12