Is Tokyo Monorail covered by JR Pass?

Although the Tokyo Monorail is a private railway, it has been integrated for use of the Japan Rail Pass. To board, simply show your activated JR Pass at the gates. Remember that you can activate your pass at the airport (Haneda JR East Travel Center), near the Tokyo Monorail gate.



Yes, the Tokyo Monorail, which connects Haneda Airport to Hamamatsucho Station in central Tokyo, is fully covered by the Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass). This is a rare exception where a non-train service is included, because the JR Group owns a majority stake in the monorail company. To use it, you simply show your pass (or insert the QR ticket into the gate) at the Haneda Airport terminals. It is a very convenient way to start your trip, as the "Haneda Express" gets you to the city center in about 13 minutes. However, it is important to note that the monorail is NOT covered by the "JR East Pass" or other regional passes unless specifically stated. In 2026, many travelers also use the competing Keikyu Line, but that is NOT covered by the JR Pass. If you have a JR Pass, taking the monorail is the "free" and most scenic way to enter Tokyo, offering great views of the bay as you approach the skyscrapers of Minato.

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