Kobe Prefecture

You’ll be able to see more of Kansai while spending less if you purchase one of the all-access travel passes. These are a great alternative to a JR Pass as they tend to be more cost-effective than buying something that covers the entire country. Plus, you can choose a pass that suits your travel plans, including the type of transportation you want to use. Kansai Area Pass The Kansai Area Pass is like the JR Pass but just for Kansai. It allows you to use all the JR lines, including the West Japan JR Bus. You’ll also have free access to Ekirin-kun rental bicycles, and you can receive a 10-percent discount on car rentals at JR stations. The pass is available for one, two, three, or four days. Kansai Thru Pass To use private train, bus, and subway lines in Kansai (not JR lines), choose the Kansai Thru Pass. You’ll be able to travel on all the private lines at no extra cost — except for the Limited Express Rapi:t train to and from Kansai International Airport. The pass also provides you with more than 350 additional discounts for tourist spots. You can choose if you want the pass for…