If you come to Kyushu (Fukuoka, Kumamoto, Oita) to watch the rugby match,
we recommend visiting Kagoshima, which is a gourmet and beautiful place.

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Where is Kagoshima?

Where is Kyushu?

Where is Kyushu?

Where is Kagoshima located in Kyushu?

Where is Kagoshima located in Kyushu?

Access to Kagoshima from other prefectures
The trains operated by JR Kyushu

Take the 800 series
Kyushu Shinkansen to travel to Kagoshima

  • Hakata
  • Kagoshima-Chuo
Hakata

Hakata

Hakata Station is easily accessible, just 5 minutes from Fukuoka Airport by subway. Enjoy shopping to your heart's content in the largest city in Kyushu!

800 series Kyushu Shinkansen

800 seriesKyushu Shinkansen

Take a seat and immerse yourself in the comfort of the Kyushu Shinkansen, the epitome of traditional Japanese craftsmanship and the latest technologies. It will transport you to Kagoshima in a jiffy!

Approximately
1 hour 35 minutes
Kagoshima

Kagoshima

Kagoshima is renowned for its nature, food, and hot springs. Enjoy hot spring hopping that allows you to bath in the quality water, while surrounded by nature!

Take the 800 series
Kyushu Shinkansen to travel to Kagoshima

  • Kumamoto
  • Kagoshima-Chuo
Kumamoto

Kumamoto

This is an area surrounded by abundant nature, including Mt. Aso's peaks, clear rivers, and pure springs. You will also witness the life style of the residents who harness the blessings of nature.

800 series Kyushu Shinkansen

800 seriesKyushu Shinkansen

Take a seat and immerse yourself in the comfort of the Kyushu Shinkansen, the epitome of traditional Japanese craftsmanship and the latest technologies. It will transport you to Kagoshima in a jiffy!

Approximately
45 minutes
Kagoshima

Kagoshima

Kagoshima is renowned for its nature, food, and hot springs. Enjoy hot spring hopping that allows you to bath in the quality water, while surrounded by nature!

Take the 700 series
Kyushu Shinkansen to travel to Kagoshima

  • Oita
  • Kagoshima-Chuo
Oita

Oita

Oita is abundant in nature viewing and also home to some of the Japan's best mountain hot springs. Oita has the largest number of hot spring sources and yields in Japan.

Approximately
2 hours
Sonic

Sonic

East Kyushu intercity urban express that is true to its "Sonic" name.White885-series trains and metallic blue 883-series trains are used. Why not experience this high quality ride?

Hakata
700 series Kyushu Shinkansen

700 seriesKyushu Shinkansen

N700-series train is running from Kyushu through Setouchiregion. The exterior is a celadon-like glowing blue-white color. Wood and a deep-tone fabric interior provides a simple yet classy atmosphere.

Approximately
1 hour 35 minutes
Kagoshima

Kagoshima

Kagoshima is renowned for its nature, food, and hot springs. Enjoy hot spring hopping that allows you to bath in the quality water, while surrounded by nature!

About JR Kyushu Rail Pass
(Round-trip ticket at a reduced fare)

About
JR Kyushu Rail Pass

JR Kyushu Rail Pass is a pass that allows you get on and off freely.
It covers not only local and rapid trains operated by JR Kyushu,
but also popular limited express trains, tourist trains, and even the Shinkansen!

Fares and Passes

All Kyushu Area Pass

All Kyushu Area Pass
Validity Price Seat
reservation limit
3-day Pass JPY 15,000 10 Times
5-day Pass JPY 18,000 16 Times

Southern Kyushu Area Pass

Southern Kyushu Area Pass
Validity Price Seat
reservation limit
3-day Pass JPY 7,000 10 Times

Terms of Purchase

Non-Japanese citizens who are visiting Japan for the purpose of sightseeing and traveling on a short-stay visa.

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Conditions

  1. [1] You must hold a passport issued by a country other than Japan.
  2. [2] You must reside outside Japan and are visiting Japan on a short-stay visa(*).

Those who satisfy conditions [1] and [2] above.

* When entering Japan, please receive proof of "short-stay" with a stamp or seal on your passport. If you are using an automated gate when entering Japan, please offer to the airport staff and receive a certificate from your passport with a stamp or seal.

Online Booking

Here are some of the advantages of purchasing JR Kyushu Rail Pass online!

  • The easily
    exchangeable E-ticket!

  • Allows you to
    book reserved seats of
    tourist trains in advance!

  • Allows to pay easily
    with a credit card!

How to purchase tickets online

  • 1

    Access our online reservation site.

  • 2

    Register your e-mail address in the Rail Pass reservation page.

  • 3

    Open an e-mail sent to the registered e-mail address, then access the online reservation site again by clicking the URL included in the e-mail.

  • 4

    Enter the required information to purchase JR Kyushu Rail Pass (such as your name and passport number).

  • 5

    Make payment with a credit card.

  • 6

    Your e-ticket will be sent to the registered e-mail address.

  • 7

    Present your passport, e-ticket, and the credit card that you used to make payment at Rail Pass exchange office.

  • 8

    Receive your JR Kyushu Rail Pass!

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All Kyushu Area Map

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The following routes have been suspended due to damage to the tracks caused by heavy rainfall and earthquakes (current as of March 2019):

  • Hōhi Line: Between Higo-Ōzu and Aso
  • Hitahikosan Line: Between Soeda and Yoake

Southern Kyushu Area Map

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800 / 700 series Kyushu Shinkansen

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Sonic & 800 / 700 series Kyushu Shinkansen

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  • JR KYUSHU RAIL PASS cannot be used on the Shinkansen between Hakata and Kokura.

800 / 700 series Kyushu Shinkansen

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