NORTH KYUSHU Pass

Why Choose the NORTH KYUSHU Pass?

Japan, as an archipelago, is made up of literally thousands of islands, but there are four primary islands that make up the country's mainland. The most southern of these is Kyushu, and it is home to a distinct culture that the local people take great pride in. The biggest of its cities is Fukuoka in the prefecture of the same name, but throughout the northern portion of the island, travelers are sure to discover what makes the area so beloved. Delicious and hearty street food eaten at outdoor stalls, amazingly warm hot springs, and gorgeous nature abound! The pass offers a practical and affordable method to see the main cities and sites in northern Kyushu, including Fukuoka, Nagasaki, and Kumamoto.

How to use the NORTH KYUSHU Pass

Delivery

• We will send the e-voucher to your email address within 5 business days after your order. If you wish to receive this earlier, please contact us. (E-voucher is not the real ticket, you cannot take trains with just the voucher).
• You can print out an e-voucher on A4-size paper, or you can show the voucher on your mobile device when you exchange.

Exchange

The e-voucher must be presented at an authorized exchange location for the physical pass. You must present your passport at the time of exchange. While exchanging the voucher, you will be asked to choose the pass activation date, it can be any date from the exchange date to up to 30 days in the future.

The e-voucher can be exchanged at the following locations:

Validity

• The North Kyushu pass is valid on all JR Kyushu lines above the line formed by Kumamoto, Aso and Bungo Taketa.
• The pass is available for 3 or 5 days of use from the day of activation. 

What is excluded with the pass? 

• The pass is NOT valid for the Sanyo Shinkansen, sleeper trains or JR Kyushu buses.

Cancellation and modification

• An unused voucher is refundable for one year from the date of issue.

• The voucher can be refunded if it has never been exchanged in Japan.

• A cancellation fee of 15% of the value of the voucher will be retained.

• No refund is possible for a voucher received by us more than one year from the date of issue.

• A refund is not possible for a lost or stolen voucher.

Eligibility

Visitors traveling as tourists who have a temporary visitor entry status are eligible for this pass. Japanese passport holders are not eligible for this pass.

Northern Treasures of the Southern Island 

As one of the four major islands that make up the country of Japan, Kyushu is a treasure trove of discovery! History, food, and culture are abundant throughout the island, and just the northern end of the greater area can take up an entire itinerary. With the North Kyushu Pass, the prefectures of Fukuoka, Saga, Nagasaki, Oita, and Kumamoto can all be traveled to with the extensive JR transit system, be it local train, limited express train, or even the high-speed Shinkansen bullet train! 

Attractions of North Kyushu

Numerous attractions in Northern Kyushu highlight the region's history, culture, and natural beauty. Visitors can tour the historic Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, the famous Fukuoka Tower, and the tranquil Ohori Park in Fukuoka. Beautiful places like the Glover Garden and the Atomic Bomb Hypocenter Park can be found in Nagasaki. Must-see sights in Kumamoto include the serene Suizenji Jojuen Garden and the imposing Kumamoto Castle. Mount Aso provides breathtaking volcanic scenery for those who enjoy the outdoors, and Beppu is well-known for its hot springs, especially the unusual Jigoku "hells." With views of Mount Yufu and soothing onsen experiences, the quaint town of Yufuin provides a tranquil haven. Northern Kyushu offers a journey that will never be forgotten, regardless of your interests in history, nature, or cultural encounters.

Cuisine of North Kyushu

Just like anywhere in Japan, the residents of North Kyushu take great pride in their food culture, and the entire area is hailed as a foodie paradise. Fukuoka is world-renowned for its Hakata-style tonkotsu ramen, thick but silky and loaded with flavor with thin noodles served al dente! Oita is famous for its numerous chicken dishes; its Karaage fried chicken and chicken tempura (called toriten) are great dishes to indulge in at the izakaya at night. Beef specialties are staples of Kumamoto, as well as their own signature Kumamoto ramen. Nagasaki was once one of the country's primary ports to the outside world, with a rather international food scene and famous Chinatown! Then, in Saga, amazing seafood like blue crabs are delicacies that will not disappoint!