With the JR Pass, encounter living traditions. Take a slow walk through timeless Deep Japan
Travel beyond Tokyo with the JR Pass into Japan’s timeless countryside, where samurai streets, forested villages, artisan towns, and hidden gems invite you to slow down and embrace the joy of missing out in Deep Japan.
JR TOKYO Wide Pass
To fully experience this diverse journey—from your arrival at Narita Airport to the cultural towns and rural landscapes of the greater Kanto region—we recommend using the JR TOKYO Wide Pass for flexible and great-value travel. With this pass, you can seamlessly connect Narita Airport to historic Sakura, venture into the lush mountains of Hinohara Village, explore the traditional streets of Ogawamachi, and continue north to Kiryu City, known for its rich textile heritage.
Offering unlimited rides within the designated area, including convenient airport access and select limited express services, the JR TOKYO Wide Pass ensures a smooth and efficient journey throughout. Whether you’re discovering samurai-era history, countryside craftsmanship, or scenic mountain retreats, the pass makes exploring beyond central Tokyo both effortless and cost-effective.
Narita Airport
JR Sobu line 【JR TOKYO Wide Pass】
Narita Airport - Sakura
Sakura City Samurai Tour
Stroll like a samurai in the city of Sakura, home to well-preserved traditional homes, sword masters, and serene bamboo groves that look straight out of a Kurosawa film.
JR Sobu line 【JR TOKYO Wide Pass】
Sakura - Tokyo
JR Chuo line 【JR TOKYO Wide Pass】
Tokyo - Tachikawa
JR Ome line 【JR TOKYO Wide Pass】
Tachikawa - Haijima
JR Itsukaichi line 【JR TOKYO Wide Pass】
Haijima - Musashi-Itsukaichi
Nishi Tokyo Bus
Musashi-Itsukaichi Station - Hinohara Village
Hinohara Village
Hinohara Village
Nishi Tokyo Bus
Hinohara Village - Musashi-Itsukaishi Station
Itsukaichi Line【JR TOKYO Wide Pass】
Musashi-Itsukaichi - Haijima
Hachiko Line 【JR TOKYO Wide Pass】
Haijima - Ogawamachi
Ogawa Town
Just over an hour from central Tokyo, Ogawa Town offers a peaceful escape into Japan’s living traditions of washi papermaking, sake brewing, and rural hospitality. Blending craftsmanship and nature, this “Little Kyoto of Musashi” invites visitors to slow down and rediscover beauty in simplicity. Main Text: For travelers seeking authenticity, tranquility, and timeless craftsmanship, Ogawa Town offers a journey where every road, river, and handmade sheet of paper tells a story still unfolding.
Hachiko Line 【JR TOKYO Wide Pass】
Ogawamachi - Takasaki
Ryomo Line 【JR TOKYO Wide Pass】
Takasaki - Kiryu