Tokyo-Kyoto-Hiroshima Trip: Which Rail Pass To Get?

Above, inside of the JR Kyoto Station. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

To save money on a trip to Japan, people who plan on venturing out of Tokyo to see other places will pick up a JR Rail Pass voucher in their home countries to exchange in Japan for the pass.

If one plans to head down to Kyoto and/or Hiroshima from Tokyo, which Rail Pass is the best one to get?

Fortunately, Tokyo Cheapo has an article on just this subject.

They begin with:

When talking about what to see and where to go during your time in Japan, the Tokyo-Kyoto-Hiroshima itinerary comes up as a must-do. The three prefectures are well connected by high-speed rail networks, and with discount passes available, the route can be traveled easily and economically. The question is: which rail pass, if any, works best for your budget and plans? And what are the alternatives?

To read more, go here.