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Tokyo to Osaka by Train: Do You Need a JR Pass?

This page is a focused guide designed to work together with the tools on Japan Travel Pass Advisor. It gives you the context you need, and then lets the calculators do the precise math.

Use Quick Plan Plan Multi-City Routes
Compare fastest, cheapest, and most flexible train options
Estimate round-trip vs open-jaw costs with live JR fare data
See which nationwide or regional passes make sense for the corridor