JR pass for child under age 5. I want to purchase JR pass in October I have a daughter who is 5 and she will turn 6 in October. If I buy the JR pass in September then it is free?

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• About JR PASS

  What is JR PASS? JAPAN RAIL PASS (covering all Japan) and REGIONAL PASSES are a special pass that is available only to travelers visiting Japan from foreign countries for sight-seeing. Who can buy? You are eligible to purchase a PASS/ if you meet ...

• My child will be 12 years old during the trip in Japan, can I buy the child pass?

  Yes,you can. The child pass applies to children aged 6 to 11 on the date of purchase through the date of issue of the voucher. The child can use it even if he/she are 12 years old on the day of use.

• Who can buy a Regional JR Pass?

  Non-Japanese passport holder can buy. Regional JR Pass is only for a foreign tourist visiting Japan from abroad for sight-seeing purposes under the entry status of 'temporary visitor' Those who enter Japan with a Japanese passport can NOT buy.

• I haven't decided the start date, can I buy JR Pass?

  Yes,you can. The final usage start date will be decided when redeeming for the JR Pass in Japan, but it is necessary to confirm that the voucher is issued within 3 months. Please enter an approximate scheduled start date.

• You need to apply for a certificate of residence at the Consulate General of Japan. Can I purchase a JR Pass on the day?

  ​Yes,you can.You can purchase a JR Pass on the same day AFTER you received the Certificate of Overseas Residence from the consulate general of Japan (NOT BEFORE).