Kintetsu Rail Pass at Osaka

Kintetsu Rail Pass

The Kintetsu Rail Pass gives you unlimited travel across Osaka, Nara, and Kyoto on one of Japan's most comprehensive private railway networks. This pass works for foreign passport holders only and covers Kintetsu Railways plus designated Nara Kotsu bus lines. Choose from 1-day, 2-day, or 5-day options depending on your itinerary.

Perfect for exploring the Kansai region's temples, parks, and historic districts without worrying about individual ticket costs. The 5-day versions extend coverage to Iga, Nagoya, and Mie regions, connecting you to sites like Horyuji Temple, Nara Park's deer, and Kyoto's traditional neighbourhoods.

How It Works

• Exchange your voucher at any participating Kintetsu station with your passport
• Present your activated pass to board any covered Kintetsu train or Nara Kotsu bus
• Unlimited rides within the pass validity zones for your chosen duration
• Pass is valid from first service of the day until last service, not 24 hours from first use
• Limited Express trains require additional tickets beyond the basic pass

The pass covers key routes including Osaka-Namba to Kintetsu-Nara, connections to Kyoto, and bus services to Horyuji Temple, Nishinokyo, Asuka, and Yamanobe-no-Michi trail areas. Extended 5-day versions add access to Iga Railway and Mie Kotsu bus lines.

Good to Know

Only foreign passport holders visiting Japan can purchase and use this pass. You must present your passport when exchanging the voucher for the physical ticket. The pass excludes Kintetsu Limited Express services, which require separate express tickets if you want faster journey times.

Coverage includes Kintetsu Railways network and Nara Kotsu Bus lines, with expanded regional access on 5-day Plus versions. Free cancellation is available if your plans change. The pass calculates validity by service day rather than 24-hour periods from activation.