We did save a lot thanks to this pass. Usually, we opt for cheap means of transportation such as night buses, but this offers so much opportunity for long rides, especially when I travel from Osaka to Hiroshima—finding a night bus would be a headache. With the pass, we were able to ride the Shinkansen thrice (one Green Car and one Hello Kitty) and claimed ¥6,000 worth of vouchers on meals and gifts. Really makes the miracle happen when your schedule fits right in.