Travel Pass · Kansai

KINTETSU RAIL PASS

Kansai🚃 Private railwayFrom ¥1,900
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Overview

Overview

A digital pass exclusively for international visitors that offers unlimited rides on the Kintetsu network stretching from Osaka, Nara and Kyoto to Ise-Shima and Nagoya. There are 4 types, 1day, 2day, 5day and 5day plus, and depending on the type you can also ride Nara Kotsu and Mie Kotsu buses. A separate limited express ticket is required to ride limited express trains.

Who can buy
For international visitors only. Adults are 12 and over, children are 6–11 (under 6 free)
Coverage
1day covers designated sections such as Osaka-Namba–Kintetsu-Nara and some Nara Kotsu buses; 2day covers all Kintetsu lines within Osaka, Nara and Kyoto prefectures and designated Nara Kotsu bus areas; 5day covers all Kintetsu lines and the Iga Railway; 5day plus additionally covers designated Nara Kotsu and Mie Kotsu bus areas
Validity
1day is valid for 1 day of use, 2day for 2 consecutive days, and 5day and 5day plus for 5 consecutive days (from the first day of use)
Prices

Prices

1day Adult¥1,900
1day Child¥950
2day Adult¥3,700
2day Child¥1,850
5day Adult¥4,900
5day Child¥2,450
5day plus Adult¥6,700
5day plus Child¥3,350

Prices are as of the date shown and can change. Check the official website before you buy.

Coverage

What’s included

✓ What’s included
  • ✓Kintetsu lines (designated range for each type)
  • ✓Iga Railway (5day and 5day plus)
  • ✓Designated Nara Kotsu bus areas (1day, 2day and 5day plus)
  • ✓Designated Mie Kotsu bus areas (5day plus)
  • ✓Benefits at partner facilities
✕ Not included
  • ✕Kintetsu limited express tickets
  • ✕Ropeways
  • ✕JR lines and other operators' lines
💺 Seat reservations

Limited express trains require a separate limited express ticket. The pass alone does not let you ride limited express trains

Best For

Best for

  • ★Travelers making day trips from Osaka to Nara or Kyoto on Kintetsu
  • ★Travelers going as far as Ise-Shima or Nagoya on Kintetsu
Buy this pass in advancePR
Where to Buy

Where to buy

  • 🛒Online purchase page linked from the Kintetsu official website (digital ticket)
  • 🛒Sales agents outside Japan
How to Use

How to use

  1. 1Buy online and press the activation button on the first day of use
  2. 2Use ticket gates that support digital tickets; at gates that do not, show the screen to station staff
  3. 3On buses, show the crew the screen displaying the date of use when boarding or getting off
  4. 4Carry your passport
Tips

Good to know

  • !A screenshot of the QR code will not get you through the ticket gate
  • !Cannot be canceled after activation
  • !Up to 4 passes can be purchased per booking
  • !Turn off your browser's automatic translation and dark mode when displaying the pass
Areas

Main areas you can reach with this pass

Airport Access

Getting there from the airport

Getting Around

All routes

Nagoya → Osaka

Fastest: About 50 min

🚄 Shinkansen🚆 Limited express🚌 Highway bus

Kyoto → Nara

Fastest: About 35 min (fastest 33 min)

🚆 Limited express
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Prices, eligibility and covered lines are based on official information from the issuers (rail and bus companies). Conditions can change, so check the official website before you buy.

Last checked: 2026-10-08