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JR East Pass: Nagano-Niigata Area (E-Ticket)

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Explore the beautiful cities of Nagano and Niigata with ease using the JR East Pass. Get unlimited rides on all JR Rail lines between Tokyo and these cities for 5 consecutive days from the designated first use day.

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JR East Pass: Nagano-Niigata Area

Additional Info

  • JR PASS is acceptable at automatic ticket gate and does not require manual verification

  • JR PASS can be used to book reserved seats at JR East reserved seat ticket machine

  • The JR PASS must be used in 5 consecutive days from the time of first use. Invalid for use once expired

  • Eligible for all non-Japanese passport holders. Travellers will not be checked for temporary visit visa upon collection

  • E-ticket that has not been exchanged into a physical ticket can be returned through Over The Planet within 11 months from the issue date. A 10% cancellation fee is required. If it is stolen, lost, or partially used, return or re-issue will not be possible

From$182.50Per Person

What's included in JR East Pass: Nagano-Niigata Area (E-Ticket)

(Subject to Option Inclusions)
Service Range
Service Range
Hokuriku Shinkansen
Hokuriku Shinkansen
Jōetsu Shinkansen
Jōetsu Shinkansen
Explore Nagano and Niigata Area with your JR East Pass
Explore Nagano and Niigata Area with your JR East Pass
Enjoy your holidays in Japan
Enjoy your holidays in Japan

－What You Can Expect－

Wander deeper into the heart of Japan with the JR East Pass (Nagano-Niigata Area) and travel to Nagano and Niigata, two prefectures known for some of the most breathtaking natural landscapes in the country. Explore coastal cities and mountainous getaways and visit all the famous spots in this gem of a region.

From the Haneda or Narita airports, hop on a shinkansen bullet train and head directly to the city of Nagano, home to the 1998 Winter Olympics. Famously known as ‘Japan’s Alps,’ Nagano features snow capped peaks, ski resorts, and beautiful temples. Alternatively, make your way to Kazuizawa, a famous resort town at the foot of an active volcano offering hot springs, golf courses, great cycling routes, skiing, and other outdoor recreation activities.

Head north to Niigata, a modern coastal city that’s the capital of the Niigata prefecture. Known for sake and outdoor activities, the city is also the gateway to Sado Island, a lovely island famous for its gold mining history, idyllic beaches, and hiking and diving opportunities.

Discover all the amazing sights Japan has to offer with the JR East Pass (Nagano-Niigata Area) in your hand.

  • SKYTREE® ENJOY PACK: Tokyo Skytree & JR East Rail Pass (Nagano & Niigata Area) Package
    - A value package of Tokyo Skytree Observation Tembo Deck (included in both options), Tembo Galleria (only for option including the Galleria) and JR East Rail Pass (Nagano & Niigata Area)
    - Enjoy better prices compared to purchasing tickets on the day.
    - Please arrive at the Tokyo Skytree Observation Deck at the time specified during your reservation.


— Ride Range —

  • JR East Lines​, Tokyo Monorail​, Izu Kyuko Line, Hokuetsu Express, Echigo TOKImeki Railway (between Naoetsu and Arai)
  • Reserved seats in ordinary cars of the following express trains with through operations between JR East and Tobu Railway lines: Nikko, Kinugawa, and SPACIA Kinugawa trains.
  • Ordinary trains (including rapid trains) on the Tobu Railway lines between Shimo-imaichi and Tōbu-nikkō / Kinugawa-onsen
  • Express trains between Kurihashi and Shimo-imaichi that has direct and through operation with Tobu Railway 
  • JR buses in the area (excluding highway and some regular bus routes)
  • This JR Pass is not applicable for express trains that start or end at Tobu Railway
  • This JR Pass is only valid for the Tobu Railway when the departure and/or destination is a JR line station



Inclusions

  • Access to all JR East Lines (standard carriage)
  • Izu Kyuko Line, Hokuetsu Express, Echigo TOKImeki Railway (Arai-Naoetsu) & Tokyo Monorail
  • The following limited express trains running directly from the JR East lines and Tobu Railway lines: the Nikko, the SPACIA Nikko, the Kinugawa and the SPACIA Kinugawa.
  • Local and rapid trains between Shimo-imaichi and Tobu-nikko/Kinugawa-onsen on Tobu Railway Lines. Between Kurihashi and Shimo-imaichi Stations, the pass may be used only on limited express trains that connect directly with Tobu Railway Lines.
  • JR buses within designated area (excluding highway and some route buses)
  • Echigo TOKImeki Railway (between Naoetsu and Arai)
  • [Depending on the package] Tokyo Skytree Observation Tembo Deck, Tembo Galleria & JR East Rail Pass (Nagano & Niigata Area)
  • [Depending on the package] Tokyo Skytree Observation Tembo Deck (350m) & JR East Rail Pass (Nagano & Niigata Area)
  • Other expenses not mentioned above
  • Tobu Railway Lines
  • Tokaido Shinkansen
  • GALA Yuzawa (Temporary) Station is open to the public only during the winter-spring season (The operating period for 2024 begins on December 13, 2024)
  • Green Cars, GranClass, individual compartments, LINERs or sleeper cars
  • Between Minami-Otari and Itoigawa on the Ōito Line, and between Itoigawa and Jōetsumyōkō on the Hokuriku Shinkansen
  • JR tickets operate under a registration system. Please ensure that you have provided sufficient information that’s required to make a purchase. Please also bear in mind that we will not be liable for any loss or delay due to insufficient information provided by travellers
  • Please note that if you do not collect your reserved seat ticket by 9:00 pm on the day before your travel date, your seat reservation will be automatically canceled, and you will not be able to collect the ticket on the day of travel
  • Only 1 JR Pass can be used during your travel in Japan (if the validity period overlaps, you can't buy more than 1 JR Pass of the same type)
  • Children's age is determined by their age on the date of ticket purchase. Please present their passport for verification
  • Children aged under 6 do not need a pass if they don't take reserved seats

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Meeting Point

Refer to the confirmation for meeting point details.

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Purchase Summary

— JR East Rail Pass (Nagano & Niigata Area)—

  • Only tickets within 3 months are available for purchase 
  • Please refer to the official website for the pass coverage
  • A voucher will be sent via mail after the booking is confirmed. Please print your voucher with all the important information (name, reservation number, air ticket number) and present it for pass redemption
  • JR ticketing operates on a registration system. Please ensure sufficient information is provided while making a purchase, and bear in mind that we are not liable for any delays resulting from insufficient information on the passenger's part
  • Children will be required to purchase a child ticket under the following circumstances: 
    • Children requiring their own seat in a standard carriage (reserved seat)
    • Children travelling alone 
  • Travellers may reserve seats via the JR East Reservation site
    1. Click Seat Reservation (please log in first to make a reservation, credit card details are not required for the membership)
    2. Select the option indicating that you purchased the pass from external sources
    3. Select the preferred train and time
    4. Select the preferred seat
    5. Select the pass pick-up date and location
    6. The reservation is completed 
    ** For more details, please click here

— SKYTREE® ENJOY PACK・Tokyo Skytree & JR East Pass (Nagano & Niigata Area) Package —

  • Available for booking up to 31 days in advance
  • Tokyo Skytree
    - Children under 5 years old: Free entry.
    - Children aged 6 but not yet enrolled in elementary school: Free entry.
    - Elementary school students aged 12 and under: Child ticket. 
    - High school students aged 18 and under: Teenager ticket. 
  • JR East Rail Pass (Nagano & Niigata Area)
    - Exclusively for non-Japanese tourists holding valid passports issued by a foreign government (A valid passport must be presented when purchasing, exchanging, and using the pass.)
    - The distinction between adults and children is based on the date of ticket purchase. Please confirm age information on your passport.
    - If a child under the age of 5 requires a reserved seat, a child's pass must be purchased.
  • Validity Periods
    1. E-Ticket: Valid for exchange into a physical ticket within 3 months from the date of issuance.
    2. JR East Rail Pass: Once exchanged, the pass is valid for 5 consecutive days starting from the start date.
    ※ During the exchange in Japan, a start date within one month must be specified.
  • Exchange Notes
    1. To exchange for the JR East Rail Pass, present the E-Ticket and your passport at a designated location in Japan. Photocopies of passports will not be accepted.
    2. During the exchange in Japan, a start date within one month must be specified. Exchange Notes Once exchanged, the start date cannot be changed.
    3. When exchanging multiple JR East passes of the same type, the start date of the new pass must not overlap with the validity period (5 days) of the previous pass. While different pass types (e.g., Tohoku vs. Nagano/Niigata) validity period can overlap.
    4. If eligibility requirements are not met, the E-Ticket cannot be exchanged for a pass. Refund requests must be made through the original travel agency.
  • After Exchange Notes
    1. Use the automatic ticket gates when entering and exiting stations.
    2. Lost passes cannot be reissued, even with proof of purchase such as the E-Ticket or receipt.
    3. Additional fares are required for travel beyond the validity area of the JR East rail pass.
  • Terms of Use
    1. Passes are for personal use only. Always carry your passport during the validity period and present it upon request by station staff.
    2. Once activated, the pass cannot be extended or refunded due to train cancellations, delays, or other reasons. Additional costs for travel plan changes (e.g., accommodation or transport) are not covered.
  • Pass coverage
  • Reserved Seats
    1. Reserved seat tickets are required for Shinkansen or limited express trains. Free seating is available on local trains and certain Shinkansen/limited express trains. Some trains offer only reserved seating. Reserved seat tickets cannot be booked or changed onboard; they must be obtained at designated locations beforehand.
    2. Within the 5-day validity period, reserved seats on Shinkansen or limited express for unlimited number of times.
    3. Where to Get Reserved Seat Tickets:
    (1) Use ticket vending machines with reserved seat options in the JR East area. ※ Some passes cannot be used with vending machines, depending on the exchange point.
    (2) Obtain tickets at JR East "Midori no Madoguchi" ticket counters or JR EAST Travel Service Centers. ※ Non-JR East locations like Central Japan Railway, Tokyo Metro, Odakyu, or Keisei will not issue reserved seat tickets.
    4. Return unused reserved seat tickets to the nearest JR ticket office or JR EAST Travel Service Center before the train's departure if plans change

Redeem

Ticket Redemption

Redeem your voucher at the meeting point