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Find the cheapest Japan rail pass for your exact trip

Most tourists overpay ¥10,000+ on passes. Kippu compares every combination in 60 seconds.

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¥18,400

Avg. Savings Per Trip

1,000+

Trips Calculated

16+

Passes Compared

Example calculation

Best combination

Kansai Wide Pass

+ 2 individual tickets · IC card

¥38,200

saves ¥11,800

vs JR Pass 7-day¥50,000

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