[Japan Tokyo Subway Guide 2024] Latest Edition! Detailed Explanation of Tokyo Subway Lines! With Tutorials/App Recommendations/Itinerary/Attractions

Tokyo is one of the busiest cities in the world, and its complex subway system poses a major challenge for travelers. For first-time visitors to Tokyo, figuring out the Tokyo metro map and taking the correct transportation can be a daunting task. The KINNSO editorial team has prepared the latest 2024 version of "Tokyo Subway Guide" for you, including detailed explanations of the Tokyo subway route map, riding tips, and recommended must-download apps. Let you easily explore Tokyo and enjoy this international metropolis!

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The Tokyo Metro system is mainly composed of two operating companies: "Tokyo Metro" and "Toei Subway." Although both have independent lines and fares, they are closely integrated, forming a vast and convenient underground transportation network. **Tokyo Metro** * 9 lines, 185 stations, total length of 195 kilometers * Primarily covers the northwestern to eastern areas of Tokyo * Frequent service, every 2-3 minutes * *Connects many popular tourist attractions* **Toei Subway** * 4 lines, 106 stations * Main area is located within the Tokyo metropolitan area * Important transportation hub connecting Narita and Haneda Airports.

Although the two subway systems have many transfer stations, passengers still need to exit and re-enter with a Tokyo Metro ticket or Suica card because they are operated by different companies. To make it easier for passengers to identify, the Tokyo Metro map uses different colors to mark each line: **Tokyo Metro Lines (9 lines):** * Ginza Line: Orange * Marunouchi Line: Red * Hibiya Line: Silver * Tozai Line: Light Blue * Chiyoda Line: Green * Yurakucho Line: Yellow * Hanzomon Line: Purple * Namboku Line: Teal * Fukutoshin Line: Brown **Toei Subway Lines (4 lines):** * Asakusa Line: Pink * Mita Line: Blue * Shinjuku Line: Olive Green * Dai-Edo Line: Peach In other words, through color recognition and station name indications, tourists can easily find the route to their destination. Moreover, Tokyo Metro also indicates multilingual signage, so even if you don't understand Japanese, you can still ride with ease. However, KINNSO staff recommends that you do your homework before you go, plan your sightseeing itinerary and routes.

Tokyo subway ticket options include the following four types: - **Single Ride Ticket:** Purchase a ticket for each ride, suitable for short-distance travelers. - **One Day Pass:** Unlimited rides within 24 hours, very cost-effective if your itinerary is concentrated. - **Tokyo Subway Ticket:** Prepaid amount for travel, deducted with each ride, and can be topped up when the balance runs out, convenient and flexible. - **Tokyo Subway Ticket:** A one-day pass designed specifically for travelers, usable on both Tokyo Metro and Toei Subway lines. Different tickets have different usage methods and benefits, so it is recommended to choose based on your travel duration and budget. Generally speaking, if you stay in Tokyo for a week or more and want to explore deeply, purchasing the "Tokyo Subway Ticket" is most cost-effective, and it also avoids the hassle of queuing to buy tickets each time. You can purchase tickets at automated ticket vending machines at each station. The machines offer multiple languages, including Chinese, with simple operation. Simply insert banknotes or coins, choose the number and amount. Some stations also have ticket counter services, and you can ask station staff for assistance if you have any questions during use. After purchasing your ticket successfully, it's time to board! When entering the station, insert your ticket into the validator, then pass through the gate to retrieve your ticket. Pay attention to platform signs, as some stations may have separate platforms for different trains, so choose the correct platform to wait.

**[Purchase Link Click Here] Tokyo Subway Ticket (3-Day/2-Day/1-Day)** _Price: HK$40 or more_ Although Tokyo Metro and Toei Subway operate independently and can transfer at some stations, passengers still need to leave the station or exit the gate before transferring to another company's line. With a "Joint Ticket," you can save the trouble of buying tickets repeatedly, making transfers easy and exploring Tokyo with ease! * Choose from 24/48/72-hour passes, unlimited rides on all lines of Tokyo Metro and Toei Subway, convenient for exploring Tokyo. * Covers 13 subway lines and over 250 stations, easily reaching popular areas like Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno, Asakusa. * Just tap your card to enter and exit stations, making it easy to take the subway and explore Tokyo.

With the assistance of mobile phone apps, it's actually not difficult to master the Tokyo subway map! The editor recommends several practical route planning apps:

1. "Jorudan": A must-have transportation tool for Japanese travel.
2. "Japan Official Travel App": The official app of the Japan National Tourism Organization, which offers not only route planning but also rich travel information.

The Japan "Transit Guide" app, developed by Jorudan Company, is a must-have transportation tool for Japanese travel. It provides detailed journey guides, including route searches, timetable information, and fare details. You can also directly purchase tickets online, making it convenient and quick. The app supports Chinese interface and simple operation. For users who only need to check traffic information, it is more practical than the "Japan Travel" app. **IOS Download:** https://apps.apple.com/hk/app/japan-transit-planner/id299490481 **Android Download:** https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.ne.sakura.ccice.norikae&hl=zh_TW&pli=1

The "Japan Official Travel App" is a practical tool for your trip to Japan, offering many convenient functions: search for route information in Chinese, including time, cost, and station number; explore Japanese food, attractions, and exclusive itinerary recommendations; support offline searching for Wi-Fi, ATMs, etc.; and plan your itinerary on the map, covering the entire country of Japan. **Download iOS version** **Download Android version**

**Asakusa Line:** * **Sensoji Temple:** 2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo (Ginza Line Asakusa Station Exit 1, 2-minute walk) **Chiyoda Line:** * **Imperial Palace:** 1-1 Chiyoda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo (Marunouchi Line, Tozai Line, Chiyoda Line, Hibiya Line Otemachi Station C13a Exit, 5-minute walk) * **Meiji Jingu Shrine:** 1-1 Yoyogi Koen, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Chiyoda Line, Fukutoshin Line Meiji Jingumae (Harajuku) Station Exit 2, about 2-minute walk) * **Yanaka Ginza:** 3-13-1 Yanaka, Taito-ku, Tokyo (Chiyoda Line Yushima Station Exit 2, about 5-minute walk) **Hibiya Line:** * **Tsukiji Market:** 5-2-1 Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo (Hibiya Line Tsukiji Station Exit 1, about 5-minute walk) **Ginza Line:** * **Ginza:** 4-1-2 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo (Ginza Line, Marunouchi Line, Hibiya Line Ginza Station Exit B4, 1-minute walk) * **Omotesando:** 3-6-12 Kita-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo (Ginza Line, Chiyoda Line, Hanzomon Line Omotesando Station Exit A2, about 1-minute walk) * **Shibuya:** 1-1-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Fukutoshin Line, Hanzomon Line, Ginza Line Shibuya Station Exit 8, 2-minute walk) * **Ameyoko Street:** Ueno Shoto, Taito-ku, Tokyo (Ginza Line, Hibiya Line Ueno Station Exit 5B, 5-minute walk) **Marunouchi Line:** * **Shinjuku:** Nishi-Shinjuku 1-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Marunouchi Line Shinjuku Station Exit A15, 2-minute walk) * **Ikebukuro Sunshine City:** 1-1-21 Nish池袋, Toshima-ku, Tokyo (Marunouchi Line, Fukutoshin Line Ikebukuro Station Exit 35, 8-minute walk) **Hanzomon Line:** * **Akihabara:** Akihabara, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo (Hibiya Line Akihabara Station Exit A2, about 5 minute walk) - These museums are all located within Ueno Park and can be visited together. **Roppongi Area (Hibiya Line/Chiyoda Line):** * **Mori Art Museum:** 6-10-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo (Hibiya Line Roppongi Station Exit 1B, 0-minute walk) * **National New Museum:** 7-22-2 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo (Chiyoda Line Nogizaka Station Exit 6, Aoyama direction, 0-minute walk) - These two museums are located in the Roppongi area and can be visited on the same day. **Shinjuku Area (Tozai Line):** * **Yayoi Kusama Museum:** 107 Benatencho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Tozai Line Waseda Station Exit 1, about 7-minute walk)

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