This train pass has been very popular to travel Kanazawa, Takayama and Shirakawago. The train route to these destinations from Nagoya and Osaka are covered. However there are some restrictions. You may be confused how you use this pass.
In this post, I will clarify the condition and the coverage area of this pass. You will find what you can do and what you cannot do by this pass in this post. I also compare the price of pass and a regular fare. You will easily find how you can get the worth of this pass.
- Who is eligible
- Types, prices and conditions
- Sales location
- Coverage area and valid transportation
- The limited express Haruka and Kansai Airport Rapid train
- Local train services in downtown Osaka
- The limited express Thunderbird (Osaka, Kyoto – Kanazawa)
- Nohi Bus (Kanazawa – Shirakawago – Takayama), Kaetsuno Bus (Shin Takaoka – Shirakawago)
- The Hokuriku Shinkansen (Kanazawa – Toyama)
- The limited express Wide View Hida (Nagoya – Takayama – Toyama)
- Train which is not covered at all or partially
- Compare cost between pass and single fare
- Assessment
Who is eligible
Visitors who land as “Temporary Visitor” status can purchase this pass.
Types, prices and conditions
There is only 5-day pass.
Purchasing place | Adult | Child (6-11yrs) |
---|---|---|
Overseas travel agent (Before arrival in Japan) | 14,260 yen | 7,130 yen |
At the designated station (After arrival in Japan | 15,280 yen | 7,640 yen |
Online | 15,280 yen | 7,640 yen |
*5 year old or younger child is free. Maximum 2 children per one adult. But one of your adult traveler must share the seat with the child who is 5 years old or younger.
The pass must be used in consecutive days. The validity of a rail pass starts from 12 O’clock at night.
e.g.
If you start to use 5 days pass on May 1, the pass is expired at 23:59 on May 5.
You may book a reserved seat on the train up to 4 times by this pass. This four times booking seat fee is covered. But you cannot book a seat on the limited express Haruka and the Hokuriku Shinkansen. This four times reservation does not include Nohi bus reservation. I will tell you about this restriction later.
Sales location
You can purchase this pass before or after you arrive in Japan. If you purchase an exchange order of this pass, the price is 1,000 yen cheaper than the price in Japan. You can find the sales location list in the official site in the link below:
Takayama-Hokuriku Area Tourist Pass official site
Coverage area and valid transportation
The pass covers Osaka, Kyoto, Kanazawa, Shirakawago, Takayama, Gero, Gifu and Nagoya. Please see the coverage map below:
Basically this pass covers JR trains, Nohi Bus and Kaetsuno Bus in the coverage area. I would like to show you the key train and bus services one by one.
The limited express Haruka and Kansai Airport Rapid train
The limited express Haruka connects Kansai airport, Tennoji, Shin-Osaka and Kyoto.
If you start using this pass right after you arrive in Kansai airport, you may take this train. This train has both reserved seat car and non reserved seat car. But this pass covers only non reserved seat car. This train does not stop at Osaka. Please see the link below to find more information about Haruka:
Kansai Airport Limited Express Haruka
If you cannot take Haruka, you can take Kansai Airport Rapid train too. This is a sort of commute trains. Haruka has nicer interior.
Local train services in downtown Osaka
This pass covers a local train in Osaka, such as Osaka Kanjo line (Osaka loop line). You can get many places by this pass in Osaka. Please see the link below to find the information about JR local train service in Osaka:
The limited express Thunderbird (Osaka, Kyoto – Kanazawa)
This train is a primary way to get Kanazawa from Osaka or Kyoto.
You can book a reserved seat on this train by this pass. But you have to make a reservation after you arrive in Japan.
Nohi Bus (Kanazawa – Shirakawago – Takayama), Kaetsuno Bus (Shin Takaoka – Shirakawago)
Both bus services are shown by a green line in the coverage map above.
Most of you take Nohi Bus to get Shirakawago. You also take this bus when you move between Takayama and Kanazawa. All bus services between Kanazawa and Shirakawago requires an advanced booking. You cannot book online and you have to make a call to book a seat. A few bus services can be taken without reservation between Takayama and Shirakawago. You can find the phone number and timetable in the link below:
If you want to visit Ainokura, Suganuma and/or Gokayama, you will take Kaetsuno Bus. Reservation is not required.
The Hokuriku Shinkansen (Kanazawa – Toyama)
The Shinkansen train runs very frequently between Kanazawa and Toyama.
This pass does not allow you to book a seat on the Hokuriku Shinkansen. There are three kinds of trains running on the Hokuriku Shinkansen. Those are Kagayaki, Hakutaka and Tsurugi. But the fastest train “Kagayaki” does not have any non reserved seat cars. You have to take other two trains, Hakutaka or Tsurugi on the Hokuriku Shinkansen. Usually Tsurugi has lots of empty seats and easily can take a seat in non reserved cars.
Please find more details about the Hokuriku Shinkansen in the following link:
Hotels in Takayama
Hotels in Kanazawa
Hotels in Shirakawago
The limited express Wide View Hida (Nagoya – Takayama – Toyama)
This is very popular train to get Takayama. The scenery is very nice from this train.
This train runs once an hour in daytime between Nagoya and Takayama. But this train runs only a few times between Takayama and Toyama. If you cannot take this train between Toyama and Takayama, you can take a local train. But there is no direct local train between Toyama and Takayama. You have to change trains at Inotani between Takayama and Toyama.
Please see the link below to find more information about Wide View Hida:
You can book a reserved seat on this train by this pass. But you have to make a reservation after you arrive in Japan.
Train which is not covered at all or partially
This pass does not cover any train services between Gifu and Kyoto. This means you cannot make a circle tour by this pass. I would like to show you some trains which are not covered by this pass and how much you have to pay extra.
The Tokaido Shinkansen (Nagoya – Kyoto – Shin Osaka)
It is not covered at all. Even though the Shinkansen runs partially between Kyoto and Shin-Osaka in the coverage area, it is not covered at all. You may consider using Platt Kodama if you want to take the Shinkansen between Nagoya and Kyoto/Shin-Osaka.
Osaka departure of the limited express Wide View Hida (Osaka – Kyoto – Gifu – Takayama)
One round trip of Wide View Hida runs between Osaka and Takayama. However this train runs outside the coverage area partially.
If you take this train, you have to pay for Kyoto – Gifu. The one way extra cost (the base fare and the reserved seat fee) is around 4,500 yen. The reserved seat fee is covered in the coverage area. But you have to use two of four times seat booking for Takayama – Gifu and Osaka – Kyoto. If you take this route, you have to book a seat for both inside coverage area and outside coverage area at same time. You can get a same seat all the way.
The limited express Shirasagi (Kanazawa – Nagoya)
If you move between Nagoya and Kanazawa, the limited express Shirasagi is the fastest way. However this train runs outside the coverage area partially.
If you take this train, you have to pay for Tsuruga – Gifu. The one way extra cost (the base fare and the reserved seat fee) is around 3,500 yen. Reserved seat fee is covered in the coverage area. But you have to use two of four times seat booking for Nagoya – Gifu and Kanazawa – Tsuruga. If you take this route, you have to book a seat for both inside coverage area and outside coverage area at same time. You can get a same seat all the way.
If you want to avoid this extra cost, you can take one of these following routes:
- The limited express Wide View Hida (Nagoya – Toyama), the Hokuriku Shinkansen (Toyama – Kanazawa)
- The limited express Wide View Hida (Nagoya – Takayama), Nohi Bus (Takayama – Kanazawa)
These routes are covered but the trip time is much longer than the limited express Shirasagi. If you take the limited express Shirasagi, the trip time is about 3 hours to get Nagoya from Kanazawa without changing trains. But if you take one of these above routes, the travel time is about 4.5 hours and you have to change trains or train/bus. Please think which choice is better for you, spending 1.5 hours or spending 3,360 yen.
Local train service in downtown Kyoto
You can get Kyoto by this pass. But after you arrive in Kyoto, this pass does not help you at all. You cannot get even some spots in Kyoto by this pass. JR lines connect Arashiyama and Fushimi from Kyoto station. But this pass does not cover these lines.
Trip to Nara, Trip to Kobe
These cities are a step away from Kyoto or Osaka. But these cities are not in the coverage area. Please do not think using this pass even partially. Just pay as you go or think about using other deal:
Compare cost between pass and single fare
First of all, please see the fare table for major segments below. These fares are approximate and may be varied by the seasonality:
One way fare
Kansai airport – Shin-Osaka by Limited Express NON reserved seat | 2,500 yen |
Kansai airport – Kyoto by Limited Express NON reserved seat | 3,000 yen |
Osaka – Kanazawa by Limited Express reserved seat | 7,800 yen |
Kyoto – Kanazawa by Limited Express reserved seat | 7,000 yen |
Nagoya – Takayama by Limited Express reserved seat | 6,000 yen |
Toyama – Takayama by Limited Express reserved seat | 3,500 yen |
Toyama – Kanazawa by Hokuriku Shinkansen NON reserved seat | 2,900 yen |
Kanazawa – Shirakawago by Nohi bus | 2,000 yen |
Takayama – Shirakawago by Nohi bus | 2,600 yen |
Kanazawa – Takayama by Nohi bus | 3,600 yen |
Shirakawago – Shin-Takaoka by Kaetsuno bus | 1,800 yen |
You may find more information about the access to Takayama and Kanazawa at the links below:
You can find the timetable of the limited express Wide View Hida, Thunderbird, and Shirasagi in the link below:
Due to COVID-19, it may be operated on a schedule different from the normal timetable. Check the train schedule on Hyperdia.
Hyperdia perfect guide, train timetable and route search engine
Assessment
This deal is highly recommended if you visit Takayama, Shirakawago and/or Kanazawa from Osaka, Kyoto or Nagoya. Especially the coverage of Nohi Bus and Kaetsuno Bus offers a big deal.
I hope this post helps you to build your trip plan.
Comments
Hi Takeshi San,
Thank you for your web It’s full of useful information and I find it really helpful.
We are visiting Japan next month with our baby and have been reading about all different passes that could suit our itinerary but find it difficult to select one. I would be really greatful if you have some tips.
Our itinerary is as follows:
Day 1: KIX to Namba: I am considering the Nankai basic fare or the Kaiyukan Nankai plan.
Day 2: Koyasan with an overnight: Koyasan World Heritage Ticket
Day 3: Koyasan- Kyoto (since we have to change in Osaka, we might spend more time there)
Day 4-7: Kyoto with a possible day trip to Nara
Day 8: Kyoto-Takayama: I am considering taking the Wide View Hida 25 train since it is direct and a bit cheaper
Day 9: Takayama- Shirakawa-go ( spending around 4 hours there) and overnight in Kanazawa (I already reserved our seats for the Nohi bus)
Day 10: Kanazawa
Day 11: Kanazawa-Tokyo (Shinjuku)
Day 12-16: Tokyo (possible day trip to Kamakura if we have time)
Day 17: Leaving Japan from HND
I know that in order to use the Takayama Hokuriku Pass we should go from Kyoto to Kanazawa first but I chose it like that because the trip to Tokyo from Kanazawa is much faster (and also a bit cheaper).
I did the calculations and the 7 day JR Pass doesn’t seem to pay off.
Is there some other deal or pass that could suit our itinerary better?
How can I reserve the Wide View Hida train? Is it possible to do it online or only once we are in Japan?
Thank you.
Hi Eve san,
You have researched very well. You have found the right way and right deal mostly.
For day 1, if you are sure to visit Kaiyuka, you can use Osaka Kaiyu ticket Nankai railway version.
http://www.kaiyukan.com/language/eng/kaiyu.html
If you don’t go to Kaiyuka, Yokoso Osaka ticket is the best choice.
http://www.howto-osaka.com/en/ticket/ticket/yokoso.html
I recommend you to use Kansai thru pass more than Koyasan Heritage ticket.
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-residents/how-to-use-kansai-thru-pass-compare-pass-and-single-fare.html
Because you can get Kyoto by this pass after Koyasan. You can use 3 days pass and use one day for trip to Nara from Kyoto.
In Kyoto, you can choose city deal:
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-residents/how-to-choose-the-best-train-pass-for-sightseeing-in-kyoto.html
As you think, you cannot use Takayaha Hokuriku area pass. Single ticket is only choice. Or if you want to save your cost, you can take a bus from Kyoto to Takayama. It’s cheaper.
https://www.nouhibus.co.jp/english/highwaybus/osaka.pdf
You cannot book Wide View Hida online. You need to book it after you arrive in Japan. You can book at most of JR stations in advance. If you take a bus, you can book online. It’s same bus company as the bus to Shirakawago.
Single ticket is only choice for Kanazawa to Tokyo. After arrive in Tokyo, you can use Tokyo subway ticket. And the deal is available for trip to Kamakura. Please see the links below:
https://jprail.com/destinations/kanto-area/yokohama-and-kamakura-access-guide-find-the-right-deal-and-route-from-your-place-to-stay.html
http://www.tokyometro.jp/en/ticket/value/travel/index.html
Single ticket is your choice to get Haneda.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Dear Takeshi san,
Thank you very much for your fast and so detailed answer. Your advice helped us a lot!
Arigato and have a nice day.
Cheers,
No worries, Eve san.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi Takeshi,
This is my itinerary ,
Day 1 Kansai Airport – Kyoto
Day 2 Kyoto (Fushimi n Arashiyama)
Day 3 From Kyoto to Takayama
Day 4 Shirakawago half day , around 2pm go to Osaka
Day 5 USJ
Day 6 Osaka
Day 7 Osaka
Day 8 Go to KIX Airport
Here are some question I need to ask
1. Does Takayama Hokuriku Area Tourist Pass worth me to buy?
2. Does Takayama Hokuriku Area Tourist Pass include the transport from Kansai Airport to Kyoto Station?
3. If it is included, what transport should I take?
4. Where can I reserved seat for Limited Express ”Thunderbird” and ”Wide View Hida”?
5. What transport would you recommend for me to take from Nipponbashi Station to Kansai Airport?
Sorry for so many questions><
Hi Regine,
1. Yes. But you need to go through Kanazawa when you go to Takayama.
2,3. Yes. You can take non reserved seat on limited express Haruka.
https://jprail.com/trains/sort-by-type/limited-express/kansai-airport-limited-express-haruka.html
4. You can do it when you exchange Takayama Hokuriku area pass.
5. Subway and Nankai railway. You can use the deal in the link below:
http://www.howto-osaka.com/en/ticket/ticket/chikatoku.html
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi Takeshi,
Thanks for reply.
I have another question, in my itinerary ( 2nd day), I would travel Fushimi inari and arashiyama .
Does takayama hokuriku pass covered the transport below?
– JR Kyoto Station to JR Inari Station
– JR Inari Station to JR Umahori Station
Thanks, hope to hear ur reply soon.
Hi Regine,
You have asked me same question in the link below and I replied already.
https://jprail.com/forums-about-japan-rail-pass-and-rail-travel-in-japan
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi takeshi..
i had bought the jr central n jr west pass. n plan to travel on 15th april 2017 to takayama for the festival hold once a year.
i m wondering can i use this jr pass to travel from osaka direct to takayama?
cos i had check on website saying there’s a direct round trip per day which leave osaka at 8.02am n reach takayama about 13.15pm.( it will bypass nagoya but go through gifu n end at takayama).
your soonest reply is much appreciated cos i m leaving to osaka on 13th april 2017.
thanks n regards.
Hi Ernest,
Unfortunately this route is not covered by this pass. You have to get Kanazawa first and then take bus to Takayama via Shirakawago, or take Hokuriku Shinkansen to Toyama and then need to take another train to Takayama.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi takeshi, thanks for your replied.
Just to check if i still decide to travel from osaka direct to takayama through gifu but bypass nagoya. May i know how much i have to pay for the JR train ticket.
Will it be shorter time to reach takayama?
thanks…
Hi Ernest,
It costs around 4500 yen. (reserved seat fee + base fare for Kyoto-Gifu)
The extra fare is varied by season and type of seats.
The trip is faster than Kanazawa route.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Thanks takeshi…
May I know can I get this jr pass in Osaka station? And the actual name for the pass is call?
Or can I book online?
Thanks.
Hi Ernest,
Are you talking about the ticket for Kyoto to Gifu? If so, it’s not a pass. It’s a regular ticket. You can buy when you exchange Takayama Hokuriku Area Pass. When you exchange Takayama Hokuriku Area Pass, you can book a seat for Wide View Hida to Takayama. When you book this train, you can add single fare and seat fee tickets for outside coverage area which is Kyoto to Gifu.
You cannot purchase it online. You need to purchase at the window.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi takeshi, thanks for the info provided.
gd day….
No worries, Ernest.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi Takeshi San,
I’m planning to go directly to Ena at the Gifu Prefecture from Shirakawago /Takayama. Does the same bus company from Takayama Hokuriku Area Pass cover this route with this pass? Else, which bus goes there & trip fare?
Thanks!
Hi May san,
I think you cannot go to Ena from Tanakaya or Shirakawago by bus directly. You need to take a train to Nagoya and then change other train to Ena. This pass covers train trip to Nagoya from Takayama but you need to pay for Nagoya to Ena. Please check the fare and timetable at hyperdia:
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Thanks, Takeshi San, for your advice!
No worries, May.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi Takeshi,
Sorry I don’t understand this part “If you want to make circle tour, Osaka / Kyoto – Kanazawa – Shirakawago – Takayama – Nagoya – Osaka, Kintetsu Rail Pass may be considerable”, as I tried to read your post regarding Kintetsu Rail Pass and it does not cover Takayama – Shirkawago – Kanazawa. And to add single ticket seems it will be more expensive. Could you help to explain that cheaper one? Thanks
Hi Randy,
I meant Kintetsu rail pass covers the part of Nagoya to Osaka. Because Takayama Hokuriku area pass does not cover Nagoya-Osaka direct way. As long as you start the trip from Osaka or Kyoto to Kanazawa/Shirakawago/Takayama and complete the trip in Nagoya or go back to Osaka or Kyoto, Takayama Hokuriku area pass is okay.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Thanks Takeshi for the info..
No worries, Randy.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi. Which pass suits our itinerary below as it is our first time in Japan. Our base is in Namba area.
1st day: KIX to Namba station
4th day: Osaka to Gion
6th day: Osaka to Nara
7th day: Osaka to Kyoto
8th day: Osaka to Takayama
10th day: Takayama to Shirakawago
11th day: Takayama to KIX
Hi Siti,
For KIX to Namba, if you are okay with ordinary train, you can take Nankai railway at 920 yen by single ticket. If you want to take limited express train, “Rapi:t”, the deal in the link below is the best:
http://www.howto-osaka.com/en/ticket/ticket/webtoku.html
You can use Kansai thru pass 2 days for day 4 and 6.
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-residents/how-to-use-kansai-thru-pass-compare-pass-and-single-fare.html
If you have sightseeing in Osaka on other days, youc an find the deal in the link below:
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-residents/how-to-choose-the-best-train-pass-for-sightseeing-in-osaka.html
Takayama Hokuriku area pass is the best choice for the last 5 days. But when you go to Takayama by this pass, you have to go through Kanazawa and Shirakawago (or Toyama). You cannot take Osaka-Nagoya(or Gifu)-Takayama route. Please see the link below to find the route:
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/tips-for-japan-rail-pass/how-to-access-to-takayama-by-trains-and-buses.html
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Thanks Takeshi for yr reply.
Is it worth to buy the Kansai thru pass for day 4 & 6 or is it cheaper if i just buy single trip ticket to go either Nara or Kyoto from Namba?
Hi Siti,
If you visit just Gion in Kyoto, single ticket for both trips may be cheaper. But Kansai thru pass gives you more flexibility. If you finish these tours early and come back to Osaka, you can take subway to visit other places in Osaka.
If you are very very sensitive with the cost, please make sure which place in Kyoto you will visit and you can find how many times you will take train, subway and bus. And the you can find the exact cost and can compare.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Dear Takeshi,
I am so happy I found this website with such useful information, but am finding I very much need help! There is just so much to consider. Could you please assist in the most inexpensive way for my family of five to travel for the first time to Japan in April? Any help will be so appreciated as we are not very experienced travels.
Our itinerary:
(Five of us together)
4/6 – 4/8 – Kyoto
4/8, Transfer Kyoto -> Mount Fuji Area
4/8-4/10, Mount Fuji area
4/10, Transfer Mount Fuji -> Tokyo
4/10-4/14, Tokyo
(Three of us together)
4/14, Transfer Tokyo -> Takayama
4/14-4/16, Takayama
4/16, Transfer: Takayama -> Shikagoya
4/16-4/17, Shirakawa-go
4/17, Transfer: Shirakawa-go -> Kanazawa
4/17-4/18, Kanazawa
4/18, Transfer: Kanazawa -> Nikko
4/18-4/20, Nikko
4/20, Transfer Nikko-Narita
Hi Elizabeth,
I think all of you arrive in Osaka right? If so, the following deals and tickets are recommended.
For 2 of 5 who leave on 14th
Please see the link below:
https://jprail.com/sample-itineraries/7days/sample-itinerary-of-osaka-kyoto-hakone-fuji-and-tokyo-classic-route.html
For 3 of 5 who leave on 20th
ICOCA discount ticket at 1600 yen and JR pass 14 days
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-visitors/icoca-and-haruka-ticket-very-flexible-and-good-deal-for-tourist-who-stay-in-kansai.html
JR Pass covers most part of the trip but it does not cover local transportation in some places. Please see the link below to find more:
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-visitors/japan-rail-pass-user-guide-how-to-use-jr-pass-to-its-maximum.html
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
I need to know which pass can suit my itinerary below:
1) 3.4.17 from Osaka to Nagoya
2) 5.4.17 from Nagoya to Takayama
3) 6.4.17 from Takayama to Shirawago & back to Takayama
4) 7.4.17 Takayama to Nagoya
Hi Jan,
Takayama Hokuriku area pass is the best choice but you have to pay for Osaka to Nagoya. This route is not covered.
You may use Platt Kodama instead of single ticket.
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-residents/platt-kodama-one-way-deal-among-tokyo-nagoya-kyoto-and-shin-osaka-by-shinkansen.html
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Dear Takeshi,
i am taking only one way from Osaka to Nagoya. As I stay very near to Namba Nankai station, is it better to take the Kintetsu limited express to Nagayo, compared to taking a shinkansen from Shin Osaka to Nagoya?
Can you clarify on the difference in prices & travelling time? Thank You.
Hi Lau Lee Jan,
Please see the link below:
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-visitors/kintetsu-rail-pass-most-affordable-deal-for-osakakyoto-nagoya-and-access-to-ise.html#Nagoya_8211_Namba
But if you use Platt Kodama to take Shinkansen and take subway to get Shin-Osaka, total cost is around 5200 yen and trip time is 1 hour 40 to 50 minutes.
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-residents/platt-kodama-one-way-deal-among-tokyo-nagoya-kyoto-and-shin-osaka-by-shinkansen.html
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Noted. Thanks so much for the info.
Have a nice day, Takeshi..
You too, Cerise.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi Takeshi,
I need of some suggest for my 1st trip to japan.
This is my itinerary
26/02 9.30 am reach kix then direct to kyoto
27/02 from kyoto go to kanazawa-shirakawago-takayama-nagoya
28/02 nagoya-takayama
01/03 takayama-kyoto (via kanazawa)
02-03/03 kyoto-osaka
04/03 osaka-kobe
05/03 to airport kix
i bought takayama hokuriku area and osaka amazing pass 2 days already.
my questions is
1. from kix to kyoto what train should i take n cover by this takayama pass?
2. from kyoto to kanazawa is it correct if i take thunderbird n cover by this takayama pass too?
3. is it correct from takayama take a hida train to nagoya and cover by this takayama pass also?
4. from takayama back to kanazawa via shirakawago, need get out from the bus( after bus reach shirakawago) then move to another bus for back to kanazawa?
5. from kyoto to osaka what train should i take and cover by this takayama pass?
6. from osaka to kix, is it take a nankai line train? my hotel will be nearby shin imamiya station.
7. how to reserved seat for train not in the same day travel to another place and at where can do it?
really sorry for my long long questions… i google a lot but still can not get a clear info. I hope u can give me some info or suggest that i need one. Really appreciate of it. Thanks in advance
7.
Hi Cerise,
1. You can take limited express Haruka.
https://jprail.com/trains/sort-by-type/limited-express/kansai-airport-limited-express-haruka.html
2. Yes
3. Yes
4. No. You can stay in the bus and it’s same bus. Of course you can step out from the bus to get fresh air or go to the washroom if you want.
5. Most common choice is special rapid.
https://jprail.com/trains/sort-by-type/rapid-service/special-rapid-service.html
You also can take limited express Thunderbird or Haruka. If you want to go to Shin-Imamiya from Kyoto, Haruka is the best way. It takes you to Tennoji and it’s just one station away from Shin-Imamiya by local train.
6. Nankai is the best way. Single fare is 920 yen.
7. You can book anytime and at any major stations. If you want, you can book all seats when you exchange your pass in KIX. But you cannot book a seat on Haruka. You have to take non reserved seat car.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi Takeshi,
Thanks so much for your useful information.
I still want to double confirm with you
So if i take haruka from kyoto to osaka, the fare will cover by the pass also?
The last 2 question that i just remember to ask
1. Is it ok if call nohi bus after i reach to kyoto for reserve the next day seat?
2. What train do you suggest from osaka to kobe?
(special rapid?)
Thanks a lot.
Hi Cerise,
You can take Haruka and it’s covered, Only reserved seat on Haruka is not covered.
You should call Nohi bus as soon as possible. This bus is always busy in these days.
You can take Osaka loop line from Shin-Imamiya to Osaka and then take Special rapid from Osaka to Kobe.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com