There are many different types of transport passes one can choose to purchase in the Kansai (Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, etc) region of Japan. The more popular ones are Osaka Amazing Pass and Kansai Thru Pass. You can refer to Osaka Info for more detailed information on the various passes available in the Kansai region. Which passes to choose really depends on your itinerary. I have chosen to purchase the Kansai Thru pass for my family trip to Japan (07112018 - 14112018). Why choose Kansai Thru PassKansai Thru Pass provides wide coverage for rides on subways, private railways and local buses throughout the Kansai region. Kansai Thru Pass is useful if you are visiting multiple district like Osaka, Kyoto and/or Nara in Kansai region witihn 3 days. However it is important to note that there are still certain routes where you cannot use the Kansai Thru Pass (Eg all JR lines). You can refer to the map provided in the official Kansai Thru Pass webpage to see the full coverage of the pass. Where to buy Kansai Thru PassYou can buy the Kansai Thru Pass at all Kansai Tourist Information Center. For more information on the location and operating hours of these centers, please refer to the tourist center list provided in the Kansai Thru Pass official page. As for me, I prefer to purchase everything before my trip if possible. You can google for various source online for purchasing the pass. Just for your reference, I purchased mine via Klook (Just a small recommendation from my part. Not affiliated in any way). Do note that you will only received the purchase voucher from Klook. You will need to use the voucher to redeem for the actual pass when you arrived in Japan. You may exchange your voucher for the pass on any date within 6 months from the booking date. I pick up my pass at Osaka City Air Terminal (JR Namba Station). Remember to bring along your voucher and passport for verification during collection. Validity of the PassThe pass can be used on any nonconsecutive days during its period of validity. The period of validity can be found on the back of your pass. How to use the PassIf you are taking the subway or railway, you just need to insert your pass into the ticket slot at the gantry, walk pass the gate and collect your pass at the other side of the gantry.
If you are using the pass for local bus, you just need to show the pass to the driver when you need to get off.
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