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  1. How to use JR WEST
  2. Using Trains
  3. How to Use Trains
  4. Going through the Ticket Gates

Going through the Ticket Gates

  • Can I take my bike or other large luggage on board with me?
  • If I miss a train on which I have a reserved seat, can I take another train instead? If not, can I get a refund? Does this involve a handling fee?
  • If I am eligible to make a stopover, what should I do at the gates when getting on or off?
  • I bought a basic fare ticket and a limited express ticket to my destination. Can I make a stopover?
  • What is a "stopover" (tochu gesha)?
  • There should be money left on my ICOCA, but I can't use it at the automatic ticket gates. What should I do?
  • I was stopped by the automatic ticket gates because there was not enough money on my ICOCA. What should I do?
  • I am vision-impaired and need help getting on the train. Where do I ask for assistance?
  • I am in a wheel chair and need help getting on the train. Where do I ask for assistance?
  • Which tickets should I insert into the automatic ticket gates?
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