Transport in Hyogo

Since it was my first time in Osaka, I didn't do any research beforehand and got a bit lost trying to find my way. I also had a little trouble finding my tickets because I had paper tickets instead of QR codes. I scanned the QR code at the ticket machine, issued the tickets, selected my seats, and received two physical tickets. There's also a counter right next to it where you can get an Icoca card, so minors or those without Apple Pay can handle both at once. They'll issue an Icoca card for 2000 yen.

Great pass. used it to take the Rapid train from Osaka to Kyoto. went to Arashiyama for the bamboo forest and UZUMASA Kyoto village. Also to the Kyoto railway museum and Gion. Keep in mind that the JR stations may require a little more walking than other stations to sightseeing spots. A bit more planning is required. Great Value tho especially choosing this pass through the Klook Kansai Pass.

5-day JR Kansai WIDE Area Pass is an excellent choice for travellers who want to explore multiple destinations in western Japan while saving money on transportation. I purchased from Klook for ¥12,000 and received an e-voucher. At Kansai International Airport, I was able to scan the QR code at a green ticket vending machine to collect my physical pass, which was very convenient. During my trip, I used the pass to visit Wakayama, Himeji, Kyoto, Kobe, Okayama, Nachi Falls, and Dojo-ji Temple in Gobo. It was especially useful for covering long-distance journeys. I used the Limited Express Kuroshio, which requires reserved seating on certain services, on three separate days. The trains were comfortable, spacious, and very convenient for travelling longer distances. On other days, I took the Nozomi Shinkansen to Himeji to visit Shoshazan Engyoji Temple and the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge at Maiko station.

this pass was the best. it was so useful in getting us to places and so convenient to use. the only downside is if you link multiple QRs in one account then it takes time to switch from one person to another.

Activated this pass when we had 5 days remaining in Osaka and used it well. Worth every penny, especially because we rode the shinkansen to Hiroshima and back for our day trip. Also went to airport area twice (had to go to Rinkutown) so that pass was so useful. Recommending this for travelers who would want to make the most of their 5 days in Kansai area!

The Kansai Railway Pass is an excellent choice for travelers who love exploring beyond Osaka and discovering more of the Kansai region! I made the most of my pass by visiting Wakayama, Himeji, and Katsuoji Temple in Minoo over two days. It was a packed itinerary, but being able to travel to different destinations without purchasing separate train tickets for every journey made the experience much more convenient and economical. What I particularly appreciate about this pass is the flexibility it offers. Transportation expenses can quickly add up when visiting several cities and attractions, especially when covering longer distances. For travelers like me who enjoy exploring as many places as possible, the Kansai Railway Pass offers excellent value for money. I highly recommend it to anyone planning to venture beyond the usual tourist spots in Osaka and experience more of what the Kansai region has to offer!

Redemption is very convenient! It is recommended to list out the cost of transportation tickets first, and then calculate whether it makes sense to buy a JR pass. If you are prone to getting on the wrong train or getting off at the wrong station like I am, I still recommend buying one! However, don't go out of your way to visit far-away places just to see how much money you can save with your pass—travel time is very precious 😊

worthwhile if you plan your route as you will definitely save money , did the Osaka - Okayama - Matsuyama - Hiroshima - Kobe loop

We bought the 7 days rail pass for Kansai Hokuriku area. When we arrive at Kansai Airport, we used this pass to take a train from osaka airport to fukui . Of course you have to change train a few times but it is manageable for us even though we had three big luggage. We also took shinkansen from Fukui to Toyama and shin osaka to okayama. If you travel s lot within these 7 days, this pass is for you.however, if for only one trip, it is not worth it..