Kintetsu Rail Pass Digital Ticket Guide : How to Buy, Use, and Where to Go

 “Kintetsu Rail Pass Digital Ticket Guide : How to Buy, Use, and Where to Go” articles will help you plan your trip to the Kansai region, including Osaka, Nara, Kyoto, Nagoya, and Mie (Ise-Shima). The Kintetsu Rail Pass is definitely a must-have for money-saving transportation in this area.

Starting from April 2025, they have introduced digital tickets for the Kintetsu Rail Pass, making it even more convenient for everyone to pass through the ticket gates with just their smartphones!

This article will introduce all the information about the digital tickets for the Kintetsu Rail Pass, from how to purchase them to tips on how to use them, making your Kansai trip both cost-effective and convenient.

What is about Kintetsu Rail Pass

The Kintetsu Rail Pass is a special discount ticket for foreign travelers introduced by Kintetsu Railway, allowing visitors to take unlimited rides on Kintetsu trains during a specified period. This pass is particularly suitable for travelers planning to visit attractions in the Kansai region such as Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara.

Kintetsu Rail Pass types and prices

Currently, Kintetsu Passes are mainly divided into the following types:

1 day Pass：Adult 1,900 yen，Child 950 yen

Designated zones on Kintetsu lines: Osaka-Namba and Kintetsu-Nara, Kyoto and Tsutsui, Nagata and Ikoma, and Toriimae and Ikomasanjo
Designated zones on Nara Kotsu bus lines: Areas between Nara Park, Nishinokyo, and Horyuji Temple

2 day Pass：Adult 3,700 yen，Child 1,850 yen

Designated zones on Kintetsu lines: All of Osaka, Nara and Kyoto Prefectures

Designated zones on Nara Kotsu bus lines: Nara Park, Nishinokyo, Horyuji Temple, Asuka, Muro and Yamanobe-no-Michi areas

5 day Pass：Adult 4,900 yen，Child 2,450 yen

Unlimited rides on all the Kintetsu lines, Iga Tetsudo line. You can get on and off as many times as you like, at any stops along routes in the area.

5 day plus Pass：Adult 6,700 yen，Child 3,350 yen

Unlimited rides on all the Kintetsu lines, Iga Tetsudo line, Nara Kotsu bus, Mie Kotsu bus, and Toba ‘Kamome’ (seagull) Bus services in the Ise-Shima area. You can get on and off as many times as you like, at any stops along routes in the area.

Designated zones on Nara Kotsu bus lines: Nara Park, Nishinokyo, Horyuji Temple, Asuka, Muro and Yamanobe-no-Michi areas
Designated zones on Mie Kotsu Bus and Toba City “Kamome” (Seagull) Bus Lines: Matsusaka/Ise/Toba/Shima area; Nabari Sta. west exit/Akame-guchi Sta. – Akamedaki area; Aqua-ignis – Kintetsu Yunoyama-Onsen Station – Gozaisho Ropeway area; and Kuwana/Kintetsu-Nagashima Station – Nabana-no-sato area (according to the period, the station from which buses depart is different.)

Please be aware that while the Rail Pass allows for unlimited rides on Kintetsu trains, it does not include the limited express trains. To board a limited express train, please additionally purchase a Limited Express ticket.

Kintetsu Rail Pass Digital Ticket Purchase Guide

How to purchase a digital Kintetsu Rail Pass

The steps to purchase digital tickets are as follows:

1. Access the designated Kintetsu official ticketing platform: https://ars-kintetsu.linktivity.io/activity?lang=en
2. Register as a user.
3. Select the desired ticket type for purchase.

• • 1.It is advised for one reservation per device
  • 2.if you don’t have multiple devices, please use a single device owned by a representative to purchase multiple tickets in the same reservation.
  • 3.A maximum of 4 tickets can be purchased per reservation.
  • 4.Upon successful purchase, your order can be found in the Booking Info.

How to use a digital Kintetsu Rail Pass

1.View the digital tickets from the URL on the voucher.

2．Switching to your preferred language

3．Displaing your tickets. Please note that when riding Kintetsu trains and other transportation networks, you will need to present different tickets.

4．Tap the mini ticket you wish to use and tap “Activate Tickets”. Please tap”Activate Tickets” right before using the ticket, on the day you would like to use it. Once you activate one ticket, all tickets will be activated automatically. After activation, cancellations and refunds are not possible.

5. After activation, the ticket list will turn green.
6. When boarding Kintetsu trains, you must display the QR code of the “Kintetsu Rail Pass” to enter and exit through the ticket gates.
   （Screenshots of QR code cannot be used for entry or exit.）

7.When using Iga Railways, buses and facilities,show the image to a staff. For multiple tickets in one reservation, the number of people will be shown under the image.

When asked for a one-time password（OTP）

If you display your ticket on different devices or browsers, you may be asked to enter a one-time password for verification.

For more details, you can refer to:

Kintetsu Rail Pass offical website.：https://www.kintetsu.co.jp/foreign/chinese-han/

How to use the digital ticket：https://www.kintetsu.co.jp/foreign/chinese-han/ticket/eticket.html

Popular spots along the Kintetsu line

Osaka-Namba Station –Minami (Namba, Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi),Osaka

Osaka’s southern region is one of the largest transportation hubs in the Kansai area, with JR, Kintetsu, Nankai, Hankyu, and several subway lines converging there. Dotonbori stands out as the most iconic entertainment and food district, with neon signs lining both sides of the Dotonbori River, featuring landmarks like the Glico Running Man sign, giant crabs, kushikatsu stalls, and takoyaki shops. To the north of Dotonbori lies the bustling shopping district of Shinsaibashi-suji, attracting a younger crowd and trendsetters.

TojiStation-TojiTemple, Kyoto

In the southern part of Kyoto City stands Tofukuji Temple, founded in 796 AD. The most iconic structure of Toji Temple, the five-story pagoda towering approximately 55 meters, is Japan’s tallest wooden pagoda and serves as a landmark in Kyoto, visible even from the Shinkansen windows departing from Kyoto Station. Furthermore, the Kondo (Golden Hall) and Kodo (Lecture Hall) are both designated as important national treasures. The Kondo enshrines the Yakushi Nyorai and Nichigetsu Bosatsu, while the Kodo houses 21 statues of Dainichi Nyorai and others, showcasing a three-dimensional mandala structure.

Ikoma Station-Ikoma Sanjo Amusement Park, Nara

Ikoma Sanjo Amusement Park is situated atop Mount Ikoma, at an elevation of 642 meters, on the border between Nara and Osaka. It is one of the few amusement parks in the Kansai region where visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the Osaka Plain and Nara Basin from the mountaintop. The park features around 23 different attractions, including the 20-meter-tall Plane ride”Flying Tower” (one of the oldest large-scale amusement facilities in Japan), charming “Puka-puka- Panda” and “Cycle Monorail,” perfect for family fun. During the summer, the park offers evening hours, allowing guests to enjoy a cable car ride for a romantic night view overlooking Osaka Bay and Kobe. While admission is free on weekdays, separate tickets or ride passes are required for the park’s various attractions.

Iseshi Station –Ise Jingu Geku (Toyouke Daijingu),Mie

The Geku (Outer Shrine) of Ise Grand Shrine, also known as Toyouke Daijingu, is one of Japan’s important shrines, standing alongside the Naiku (Inner Shrine) dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami. The main deity worshiped at Toyouke Daijingu is Toyouke-no-Omikami, overseeing daily necessities such as clothing, food, shelter, and agricultural abundance, providing sacred offerings to Amaterasu Omikami at the Naiku. The Outer Shrine was built over 1,500 years ago and follows the tradition of Shikinen Sengu every 20 years, where the shrine buildings are reconstructed to symbolize the continuity of the divine spirit and craftsmanship. Visitors typically pay their respects at the Outer Shrine first before proceeding to the Inner Shrine, walking along the tree-lined gravel path, bowing respectfully before and after passing through the torii gates.

Kintetsu-Nagoya Station-Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium

Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium is a well-known large public aquarium in Japan, divided into the North and South Wings. It showcases around 500 species and 50,000 marine creatures, including Pacific killer whales, beluga whales, dolphins, and penguins. The highlight of the North Wing is Japan’s largest outdoor main tank, which accommodates approximately 3,000 spectators and features exciting dolphin and killer whale shows, as well as public training sessions. The South Wing recreates a journey from Japan to Antarctica in themed exhibition areas, with a large Kuroshio tank, coral reef aquarium, deep-sea creature exhibit, and sea turtle migration pool, showcasing a diverse marine ecosystem. Outside the aquarium is the Garden Pier by the seaport, with an observation deck, museum, and family-friendly attractions, making it an ideal destination for a full day of family fun and marine life experiences.

With the introduction of digital vouchers through the rail pass, you no longer have to worry about redeeming physical vouchers at the station. Traveling around Kansai has become more convenient and simple. Grab your smartphone and start planning your Kansai trip now!

Kintetsu Railway Official Website

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