Make sure to avoid these 12 mistakes while using the Japan Rail Pass! We made a couple of these mistakes on our recent 7-day JR Pass adventure. Even experienced travelers mess up sometimes! We appreciate when you purchase your JR Pass through our affiliate link:
00:00 JR Pass Mistakes
00:12 Not ordering JR Pass soon enough
00:45 Not getting a Temporary Visitor Stamp
01:05 Assuming you can pick up JR Pass at airport
01:23 Getting on the wrong train
02:13 Getting into the wrong train car
02:43 Getting on a reserved-only train
03:14 Waiting too late to reserve seats
03:43 Traveling during rush hour
04:01 Assuming you will only take bullet trains
04:23 Over packing
05:05 Over packed itinerary
05:22 Being too set on your travel plans
05:50 Not buying your JR Pass now!
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