Japan Rail Pass...Where to buy?

[FlaMariner]

Where is the best place (less price, good service, easiest) to buy the Japan Rail Pass in the USA?

 

(I've got the long list of authorized places from Japan Rail Group and Mr. Google shows me lots of vendors, does it matter where?)

 

 

[Mineminemine]

I recommend this company

 

https://tour.his-usa.com/city/tyo/en_detail.php?tid=7986

 

HIS is a one of the major tour company in Japan. They send your pass by FedEx 

 

The price should be the same at any travel agent. Only the difference is the exchange rate of the day you buy it. 

 

 

[Hlitner]

I would suggest buying direct from the JR train site.  When you purchase direct, it is all done online and you pick up your pass at the JR place in airports or train stations.  Buying direct from JR let’s you make an immediate online reservation for your first train.

 

Hank