yes, first time put in the subway machine then consider first day

RM118 in KLOOK ??
same price buy in kansai airport, 3300 yen for 2 days, if you have JCB card, can get 10% off

shopping coupon
http://www.jp-coupon.com/

Thanks for the information guys.

I've got a sponsored trip to Tokyo for 1 week in June.
Flight and hotel are paid off.

I'll be traveling with my wife, and I have the following questions:
I. If we were to remain in tokyo the entire time, is there any train pass that we could buy to make getting around with JR cheaper?

From my understanding, JR rail passes are good if you're constantly on the move from one area to another. I'm rooted in Tokyo, so I don't think I need a rail pass right?

ii. if we wanted to go to osaka, kyoto and fuji for 1 day EACH, should we get a JR Central pass? Would it be cheaper for us to pay just the normal rate instead of the pass?

iii. What are some experiences that are unique to Tokyo? I've been to Tokyo twice in the past 2 years and brought my wife to Sapporo twice in the past year so I'm trying to avoid doing things that we might have done in other parts of the country.

I. no need pass. maybe Tokyo Wide Area pass. otherwise just subway pass

II. Definitely get a pass

1. Check post #1 on page 1. Look at item No.10. Your answer is there.

2. I suggest you open up Google Map and search for Osaka, Kyoto and Tokyo. Read the map and you'll find your answer. I guarantee it. If you insist on going, then yes, you'll need a JR pass.

3. "Unique" is very subjective. I think doing some basic research such as Googling around, you'll find some recommendations. When you have a rough itinerary, you can post it up and get some feedback from the regulars here.

This post has been edited by sweet_pez: Apr 10 2018, 02:11 PM

hands free travel in japan


http://www.global-yamato.com/en/hands-free-travel/

I'm aware of Suica and that it functions like TnG.
I didn't know that using Suica to pay for JR would give you a discount than buying a ticket.

Yes, I'm aware of the distance and where the cities are located. My question was about the cheapest way of going about the trip especially since I'm not interested in going to the other cities covered under the JR Central pass.

that's why i recommend you to get the pass. a one-way ride alone with shinkansen from one city to another can easily pay off if you have the pass

This post has been edited by Chaud: Apr 10 2018, 02:29 PM

I missed your response.

I typed up the itinerary on my hyperdia app that I downloaded the first time I was there for a rough estimation and I saw that the difference between buying a pass and ticket on the spot is RM200.

I must be looking at a website that overcharges.

This post has been edited by Current Events guy: Apr 10 2018, 02:39 PM

You didn't read properly. Under #10 scroll down a little more there's a "Discount Passes" item. No doubt you'll be aware of SUICA/ PASMO since you've been to Tokyo before. I'm surprised you're not aware of the Discount Passes they have and only ask on the 3rd time you're going

Good to know you're at least aware of the distance. We have seen many ambitious travellers. Nothing is impossible, just whether it's feasible and worthy for the person himself/ herself.

Yes, Tokyo was mostly a transit stop on previous trips where I'd spend a max of two days in the city. I only utilized the Yamanote Line and my needs didn't justify the unlimited day fare. Since I'll spend more time there this trip, I was wondering if there is a multi day unlimited pass for the city thats cheaper than the JR east pass.

Guess i will try asking here since there are change of plan on my trip.
If anyone are going to tokyo around early august 2018,please PM me and i will see if we can work something out of it.

Kind of fine to travel alone agian but really do want to try travel together..

Is this a good package for 4k only ? Short trip to Osaka

For tour, it's a good price if A to Z is all-in.

However the term "all-inclusive" can be misleading sometimes. There's usually some sort of T&C. Best for you to read the full details/ T&C on what is included and what is not. Call up the agent and get a Black & White copy. Be careful of whatever is promised verbally.

3999 is one person price? or 2 persons?

I called and basically all in (not like some tour exclude ticket price ) but need specific date only

One person lah, where got so cheap

why cannot so cheap, haha
last trip on osaka for 5d4n, cost 2500 per person which i already feel expensive on flight ticket

2500 include flight, eat, attractions(without USJ), airbnb, transport
for osaka, kyoto & nara

This post has been edited by swn525: Apr 11 2018, 02:30 PM

100yen = RM3.65 good rate?

no one can tell, who know what will happen tomorrow
anyway, you are not exchange one million RM, the rate up & down won't effect you much

I'm worried, GE just around the corner, like what you said who know what will happen tomorrow..