Weekday Limited Express Trains on Conventional Lines Become More Affordable! "Ekinet" Offers 50% Discount for Purchases Made Up to 28 Days in Advance.
JR East introduces a 50% discount for weekday limited express trains on conventional lines through its "Ekinet" service.
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East Japan Railway Company (JR East) will be offering special early bird discount products on its internet reservation service "Ekinet" for limited express trains on conventional lines (Azusa, Kaiji, Hitachi, Tokiwa, Odoriko, Kusatsu/Shima, Wakashio, Shiosai, Shinano, Speacia Nikko, Kinugawa, Inaho, Shirayuki).
This product can be used by purchasing up to 28 days before the boarding date, and is limited to weekdays, specific trains, routes, and seats.
■Applicable Products
Conventional Line Ticketless Limited Express Ticket (Tokuwari Special 28)
50% discount on limited express fares (separate ticket purchase required for regular fares, please use transportation IC cards, etc.)
Limited Express Tokudane Special 28
50% discount on combined ticket and limited express fare.
*Both are exclusive to "Ekinet".
*Limited to specific trains, routes, and seats.
*Purchase required up to 28 days in advance! Please purchase early.
FAQ
What is the new discount offer from JR East?
JR East is offering a 50% discount on limited express trains on conventional lines when purchased through the "Ekinet" service up to 28 days in advance. This offer is valid only on weekdays and is limited to specific trains, routes, and seats.
Which trains are included in this discount?
The discount applies to limited express trains on conventional lines such as Azusa, Kaiji, Hitachi, Tokiwa, Odoriko, Kusatsu/Shima, Wakashio, Shiosai, Shinano, Speacia Nikko, Kinugawa, Inaho, and Shirayuki.
What are the conditions for this discount?
The discount requires purchasing the ticket at least 28 days before the travel date. It is limited to weekdays, specific trains, routes, and the number of available seats. The offer is exclusively available on "Ekinet".
Does the discount include the regular fare (乗車券)?
For the "Conventional Line Ticketless Limited Express Ticket (Tokuwari Special 28)", the 50% discount applies only to the limited express fare. The regular fare (乗車券) must be purchased separately, for example, using a transportation IC card. For the "Limited Express Tokudane Special 28", both the regular fare and the limited express fare are included in the 50% discount.
Is this discount available on weekends?
No, this discount is strictly limited to weekdays.