📖 Kansai & Hiroshima Area Rail Pass

The wide area from Kansai to Hiroshima is filled with diverse attractions, including the culinary capital Osaka, the ancient city of Kyoto, Hiroshima with its two World Heritage Sites, and the surrounding Setouchi region. For travelers looking to efficiently explore this area, the "Kansai & Hiroshima Area Rail Pass," specifically designed for short-term visitors to Japan, is the best choice. With this pass, you can ride the Sanyo Shinkansen (the express train between Shin-Osaka and Hiroshima) and local trains unlimitedly within five days. Not only can you ride the "One Piece" Shinkansen, but if you make a reservation in advance, you can also enjoy unlimited rides on reserved seats in ordinary cars. The ability to move freely over a wide area, from Kansai Airport to Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe, and even Okayama, Hiroshima, and Miyajima, is its greatest highlight. Additionally, you can take the Miyajima ferry operated by JR West, making transportation to attractions like Itsukushima Shrine more convenient. This pass is perfect for those looking to extend their journey from Kansai and further experience the charm of Western Japan. It is recommended to purchase tickets in advance on the official website and redeem them smoothly at major stations such as Kansai Airport Station, Osaka Station, and Hiroshima Station. For details on prices and redemption locations, please check the official website.

A special pass for foreign travelers entering Japan for a short stay. Unlimited rides on the Sanyo Shinkansen and other trains between Shin-Osaka and Hiroshima within 5 days. If reserved in advance, unlimited rides on reserved seats in ordinary cars are also available. It covers some transportation services such as the JR West Miyajima Ferry, making it more convenient for extensive sightseeing.