Can I take the Mizuho with the Japan Rail Pass?

Yes, with an additional fee. Since October 2023, the Japan Rail Pass allows passengers to ride the Mizuho by purchasing the supplementary NOZOMI MIZUHO ticket, which must be bought before boarding. The Sakura, which is included without an additional fee, covers the same route in approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes, compared to 1 hour and 35 minutes on the Mizuho.

How long does the train journey from Hiroshima to Kumamoto take?

The train journey from Hiroshima to Kumamoto takes approximately 1 hour 50 minutes to 2 hours 5 minutes. It is a direct journey on board the Sakura Shinkansen, with no transfers.

Is there a direct Shinkansen between Hiroshima and Kumamoto?

Yes, direct Shinkansen link Hiroshima and Kumamoto. These are the Sakura and Mizuho services, which run between the Sanyo and Kyushu Shinkansen lines with no change at Hakata. The journey usually takes 1 hour 45 to 2 hours.

Is there a regional pass covering the Hiroshima - Kumamoto route?

Yes, the Sanyo-San'in-Northern Kyushu Pass includes the Hiroshima - Kumamoto route. This pass allows the use of the Sanyo Shinkansen from Hiroshima to Hakata, then the Kyushu Shinkansen to reach Kumamoto. It is valid for 7 consecutive days.

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This journey, with a typical transfer at Hakata, travels through varied landscapes: the plains and hills of Kyushu, then, on the Sanyo Shinkansen line between Hakata and Hiroshima, offering beautiful glimpses of the Seto Inland Sea and its islands. Sit on the right side after Hakata to fully enjoy the views.