Japan's JR train network has increased its rail pass prices by an average of 70% for tourists, the first such increase in forty years. The new fares reflect service extensions and system upgrades. Despite the price hike, tourists can pay an extra fee to ride the fastest bullet-train services. However, the price increase may push some visitors to shift to low-cost carriers, such as Jetstar and All Nippon Airways Co.’s Peach, for long-distance intercity travel.