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JR East to Launch "JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area) 10-Day" Rail Pass for Inbound Tourists for Long-Term Stays in the Tohoku Region.

JR East will launch a new "JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area) 10-Day" rail pass for inbound tourists, allowing for an extended stay in the Tohoku region.

Overview of "JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area) 10-Day"

In addition to the existing "JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area) 5-Day," a new 10-day option will be introduced.

Pass Name

"JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area) 10-Day"

Validity Period

Valid for 10 consecutive days from the start date specified at the time of purchase.

Price

  • Adults: ¥48,000
  • Children: ¥24,000

Start Date for Use

From May 15, 2025

Sales Start Date

From April 15, 2025
(Available for purchase one month before the start date of use.)

Comparison of Prices

Pass Type Adult Price Child Price
5-Day ¥30,000 ¥15,000
10-Day ¥48,000 ¥24,000

Eligibility

Available to travelers holding a passport issued outside of Japan.

Valid Travel AreasThe pass allows unlimited rides on the following railway and bus services:

  • JR East lines (including BRT)
  • Izu Kyuko Line (entire line)
  • Tokyo Monorail (entire line)
  • Aoimori Railway (entire line)
  • Iwate Galaxy Railway (IGR) (entire line)
  • Sendai Airport Transit (entire line)
  • Limited express (including Shinkansen), express, and local trains (including rapid trains) in the ordinary reserved seat category

Additionally, the pass covers the JR–Tobu direct limited express trains:

  • Nikkō
  • Spacia Nikkō
  • Kinugawa
  • Spacia Kinugawa

Some JR Bus routes are also included.

Where to Buy

  • JR-EAST Train Reservation
  • "Ekitabi Concierge" service counters and select JR East stations
  • Partner travel agencies overseas

Other Information

  • Children’s prices apply to passengers aged 6 to under 12 at the time of purchase.
  • Children aged 12 are charged the adult fare.
  • The 10-day pass was introduced in response to travelers requesting longer stays, expanding from the previous 5-day pass option.

For more details and purchasing information, please visit the official website.

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