Train Passes

Southern Kyushu Area Pass

Grab this easy-to-use and economical rail pass to explore the Southern Kyushu area with multiple rail trips in 3 consecutive days.

Save big with this handy pass that lets you access local trains, limited express trains, and Shinkansen (bullet trains) in Southern Kyushu.

This pass has been specially put together for foreign tourists with a temporary visitor visa to explore the vibrant Southern Kyushu.

Enjoy hassle-free travel for 3 consecutive days as you discover the subtropical subregion of Kyushu.

Ride to Hayato, Sendai, Hitoyoshi, Yoshimatsu, Shin-Yatsushiro, and Kumamoto with a single pass.

The pass also covers the city of Kumamoto, home to the world’s largest active volcanic crater - Mt. Aso.

Southern JR Kyushu Area Pass valid for 3 consecutive days:

Reserved & non-reserved seats on all JR local trains, limited express trains, and Shinkansen (Mizuho, Sakura, and Tsubame)

Kyushu Shinkansen between Kumamoto - Kagoshima-Chuo stations

Access to Green Car (superior class)

Shinkansen between Hakata and Kokura

JR Kyushu and B&S Miyazaki buses

Cruise Train Seven Stars

Sweet train (Aru Ressha)

Travel beyond Kumamoto

Entry to any attractions

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Your adventures in Japan have been made easy with this user-friendly Southern Kyushu area rail pass exclusively for international tourists. You can simply redeem your physical pass and head out to explore the stunning southern region of Kyushu with a lovely subtropical climate. Famous for its subtropical vegetation and heavy rainfall, this subregion of Kyushu holds the world’s largest active volcanic crater, Mount Aso. You can travel stress-free and in comfort for 3 consecutive days, as you make your way to discover the natural wonders of the region including beautiful hot springs, waterfalls, and much more!

Important Information

The JR Southern Kyushu Pass can only be used by non-Japanese citizens.

When entering Japan please receive proof of being a 'temporary visitor' with a stamp or seal on your passport.

If you're using an automated gate when entering Japan, please approach the airport staff and receive a certificate from your passport with a stamp or seal.

Usage of 'Green Class' cars requires an additional fee.

Area covered: In addition to the Southern Kyushu areas, the pass is valid in Kumamoto, Misumi, Hitoyoshi, Kirishima-onsen, Kirishima-jingū, Kagoshima, Ibusuki, Nishi-Ōyama, Miyazaki, Obi, Nangō, and Nobeoka.

Seat Reservation

Please make a reservation before boarding a train (highly recommended).

This can be done at local train stations or online.

Seat reservations may be difficult during weekends and local holidays (29 Apr to 6 May, 13 to 16 Aug, 26 Dec to 3 Jan).

Seat reservations can be made up to 6 times without an extra fee.

Please present the credit card used for seat reservations when boarding a train.

Changes on seat reservations can be done online without any processing fees.

Operating Hours of JR Kyushu Office

Please click here to find the locations and operating hours of the designated ticket offices of JR Kyushu.

This is not applicable to the use of the Pass.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly/shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up. Students must show a valid student ID.

Ticket Exchange Point

Point 1

Oita Station

Address: Japan, 〒870-0831 Oita, Kaname-cho 1-1

Operating Hours: 7:00 – 21:00 (7 days a week)

Get Directions to the ticket exchange point

Point 2

Kumamoto Station- Address: 3 Chome-15-1 Kasuga, Nishi Ward, Kumamoto, 860-0047, Japan

Operating Hours: 7:00 – 21:00 (7 days a week)

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Point 3

Miyazaki Station- Address: 1 Nishikimachi, Miyazaki, 880-0811, Japan

Operating Hours: 7:00 – 21:00 (7 days a week)

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Point 4

Miyazaki Airport Station- Address: Akae, Miyazaki, 880-0912, Japan

Operating Hours: 10:00 - 12:10, 12:50 - 17:30 (7 days a week)

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Point 5

Kagoshima-chuo Station- Address:Chuocho, Kagoshima, 890-0053, Japan

Operating Hours: 7:00 – 21:00 (7 days a week)

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