More about JR EAST PASS: Tohoku Area (E-Ticket) | Japan

Get yours now and achieve a chance where you can enjoy unlimited rides on JR East Lines including BRT, Tokyo Monorail, Izu Kyuko Line, Aoimori Railway Line, Iwate Galaxy Railway (IGR) Line, and Sendai Airport Transit Line. Not only that, they also offer reserved seats in ordinary cars of the following express trains with through operation between JR East and Tobu Railway lines: Nikko, Kinugawa, and SPACIA Kinugawa trains. 

Another privilege that you can use with JR EAST PASS: Tohoku Area is access to ordinary trains including rapid trains on the Tobu Railway lines between Shimo-imaichi and Tobu-nikko or Kinugawa-onsen. Express trains is also included inside the package between Kurihashi and Shimo-imaichi that have direct and through operation with Tobu Railway excluding express trains that start or end at Tobu Railway

Besides the train railway, you could also offer JR buses in the area that can be used with the pass, excluding the highway and some regular bus routes. But please be reminded that this JR Pass is only valid for the Tobu Railway when the departure and/or destination is a JR line station.

JR EAST PASS: Tohoku Area (E-Ticket) | Japan Price Ticket 2024

Here are the details of JR EAST PASS: Tohoku Area (E-Ticket) | Japan Tickets Price : 

• (5 Days) JR East Pass: Tohoku Area: starts from RM928.96

One of the most important things you need to know before visiting a place is to set the budget. To do that, knowing the ticket price of the place is one of the must-know information for calculating your budget. Please remember that the ticket price might differ at times without prior notification. For more updated information, please check Traveloka for further information. Besides giving the newest information, sometimes Traveloka also gives you some offers, packages, and discounts that you can enjoy. 

JR EAST PASS: Tohoku Area (E-Ticket) | Japan Opening Hours

There is no specific opening hour for JR EAST PASS: Tohoku Arrea, but once the pass is used, it will only be valid for 5 consecutive days from the date of the first use. As for when to use it, it would all be up to visitors who would like to use this particular pass. 

Attractions and Activities near JR EAST PASS: Tohoku Area (E-Ticket) | Japan

Get your efficient travel way to various locations throughout Japan with JR EAST PASS: Tohoku Area. Here you will be able to visit many popular prefectures: 

1. Aomori Prefecture

• Hirosaki Castle: one of the most historical castles since 17-century which is well known as one of the most popular spots for cherry blossom viewing during the spring cherry blossom season from late April to early May as well it’s well-preserved Hirayama-style Japanese castle along with its beautiful nature surrounding the building. 
• Nebuta Matsuri: a festival that is annually held every August, which is a vibrant festival that showcases the giant illuminated floats that can float up to 5 meters high that is known as “Nebula. Nebula itself symbolizes various figures from Japanese history, mythology, and kabuki theater. 

2. Iwate Prefecture

• Hiraizumi: once known as the bustling capital of the Northern Fujiwara clan who ruled the region during the 11th to 12th century has been designated as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 2011 for its historical remains such as temples, gardens, and golden buildings. 
• Kakunodate Samurai District: This well-preserved district is famous for its traditional wooden residences that belonged to the samurai families during the Edo Period which can be seen from its name. 

3. Miyagi Prefecture

• Sendai: One of the largest cities in Miyagi Prefecture that is well-known for its rich history, natural beauty, and vibrant culture that can be seen from its iconic shrines, temple as well museums. 
• Zai Risshaku: A perfect spot for those of you who want to experience the various sow sports from skiing to snowboarding. It is truly a favorite spot for winter sports enthusiasts. 

4. Yamagata Prefecture

• Ginzan Onsen: Get immersed in various traditional ryokan experiences complete with its iconic hot spring town and cultural experience which will make you feel as if turning back time to the past self of Japan. 
• Yamadera: a captivating mountain temple complex located at Mount Hoju which is one of the most popular destinations that is known for its scenic beauty of nature, historical heritage, and spiritual atmosphere that you hardly get anywhere else. 

5. Fukushima Prefecture

• Nikko Toshogu Shrine: One of the oldest shrines located in the mountains of Nikko where it is known as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites that must be visited by anybody who loves to learn more about Japanese history, culture, and unique architecture. 
• Aizu-Wakamatsu: One of the cities in Fukushima Prefecture that has been renowned as a historic castle town since the Edo period which was also a place where the Aizu clan, the famous samurai warriors known for their loyalty and traditional values is located. 

There are still many other top tourist attractions that you can reach with JR EAST PASS: Tohoku Area from Chuson-ji Temple, Rinnoji TYemple, Sendai City Museum, Matsushima Bay, and many more. For further information, kindly check this page. 

Tips Riding JR EAST PASS: Tohoku Area (E-Ticket) | Japan

Before buying your JR EAST PASS: Tohoku Area, it would be much preferable for you to plan your visit to designated attractions that can be reached through JR PASS beforehand. Consider the time, locations, and travel times between them as well the estimated time spent at each spot before you move to the other locations. 

The other thing that you need to keep in mind is to reserve seats in advance, especially for the popular Shinkansen bullet trains and limited express trains. By reserving seats, you can ensure a comfortable journey, especially during peak seasons. 

When you are about to exchange your online voucher for the actual JR EAST PASS at the designated JR East Ticket office, you might be asked to show your passport along with your online ticket for verification purposes, so prepare your passport in advance to make your exchange more efficient and faster. 

How to Book and Use JR EAST PASS: Tohoku Area (E-Ticket) | Japan

1. Once you purchase your JR East PASS: Tohoku Area, you will receive the voucher 24 hours after your booking is confirmed. And once your booking is confirmed you will be able to access your voucher on the My Booking page or via email. 

2. Upon your visit, you only need to show your voucher on your mobile phone to the staff at the entrance and you are good to go for a fun ride. Don’t forget to bring your passport with you to show the staff your identification for the ticket.

3. Travellers are required to designate their first usage date when redeeming the tickets. Once you redeem the tickets, the first usage must be within 1 month, while the request for date changes will not be accepted once the redemption procedure is complete. 

4. Please refer to this official website for more details information about the redemption point and here is the website where you can reserve your seats.