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The JR Tobu Nikko Kinugawa Free Kippu is a rail pass jointly offered by Japan Railways (JR) and Tobu Railways for visiting Nikko from Tokyo. The pass includes a round trip to Nikko by limited express from Shinjuku and unlimited travel on buses in the Nikko and Kinugawa area. The pass is valid on three consecutive days.
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JR Tobu Nikko Kinugawa Free Kippu
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From Central Tokyo
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7800 Yen
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From Yokohama
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8200 Yen
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Reduced rates (50% off) apply for children aged 6-11.
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The map below shows the trains and buses to be used in the Nikko free area:
Validity
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Round trip:
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The round trip is to be done by a limited express train between Shinjuku and Tobu-Nikko/Kinugawa.
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2)
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It is not possible to get off at stations between your departure station and the free area.
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Free Area:
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Unlimited use of Tobu buses from Nikko Station to Lake Chuzenji and the Kirifuri Heights, and from Kinugawa Onsen Station to the area's various theme parks.
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Unlimited use of non-express Tobu trains between Tobu-Nikko, Shimo-Imaichi and Shin-Fujiwara Stations.
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Other Conditions:
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The pass is valid on up to three consecutive calendar days.
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The pass qualifies holders to discounts at selected tourist facilities and souvenir shops.
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Points of Sale
At the ticket counters of JR railway stations in greater Tokyo and at major travel agencies in Japan, including Tobu Travel.
Assessment
The JR Tobu Nikko Kinugawa Free Kippu is a good deal for those travelers wishing to access Nikko by the direct limited express train from Tokyo's Shinjuku Station, because the round trip by regular tickets alone costs about the same as the Free Kippu.
Alternative Tickets
Tobu Railways offers various free passes for access to Nikko from Tokyo's Asakusa Station. These passes are considerably cheaper than the JR Tobu Nikko Kinugawa Free Kippu, because they are valid on rapid trains rather than limited express trains.
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