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Cancellation

Cancellations and refunds after purchase may be available under certain conditions. Depending on the situation, the process will be handled either by us or at a JR station counter.

【Cancellations Processed by Our Company】

・Before QR code is issued: Free cancellation

・QR code issued and more than 2 days before departure: Cancellation available (20% cancellation fee applies)

・After QR code is issued or within 2 days of departure: Cancellations and refunds cannot be processed by our company

【Refunds at JR Station Counters (for Paper Tickets)】

If the following conditions are met, you may receive a refund at a JR station counter.

*The refund amount will be the ticket price minus the JR-designated handling fee.*

TicketCancellation Validity PeriodRefund Handling Fee
Reserved Seat Limited Express Ticket
(指定席特急券)
Before departure time30% of the ticket price (minimum 340 JPY)
Green Car Reserved Seat Ticket
(指定席グリーン券)
Before departure time30% of the ticket price (minimum 340 JPY)
Non-Reserved Seat Limited Express Ticket
(自由席特急券)
Within the valid period220 JPY
Base Fare Ticket
(乗車券)
Within the valid period220 JPY

* If you are not in possession of a physical ticket, please reach out to our customer support.

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