Embark on a seamless holiday in Japan with the Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass) – your all-access ticket to the country's exceptional railway network operated by Japan Railways Group, encompassing renowned shinkansen or bullet trains, as well as local JR trains, buses, and ferries.

Don't miss the chance to make your Japanese getaway stress-free and filled with boundless exploration. Grab your JR Pass and let the adventure unfold!

What are the differences between the Ordinary Car and the Green Car?

For those wanting a more efficient, cheaper, and easy trip, the Ordinary Car offers great value. With the Ordinary Car, you don't have to reserve seats before you get on the train, making transfer between trains much easier. However, since the passengers are not required to reserve a seat before boarding, the Ordinary Car can be a bit more crowded than the Green Car.

Travel comfortably on Ordinary cars with 2+3 or 2+2 seating layouts

Meanwhile, if you want more comfort on the train, Green Car is the right choice for you. Marked with the green clover symbol, the Green Cars of the train offer more spacious seating with bigger legroom for you to travel in comfort. All seats must be reserved before boarding, which can be done at the JR ticket office and are only available after you redeem your JR Pass. You can also ride on both the Green Car and the Ordinary Car, while with the Ordinary Car pass, you can only take the Ordinary Car.

Get the Green Car ticket to enjoy more spacious and comfy seatings on the Green Car carriages  

Travel in high speed using Japan's famous Shinkansen!

Enjoy the beauty of Japan, like this gorgeous garden in Furano, Hokkaido

Explore Japan's iconic sites, such as the Itsukushima Shrine in Hiroshima

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Travel across Japan using most JR-operated transportation

How to Buy the JR Pass

How to Use JR Pass

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