Understanding trains, subways, and transportation in Tokyo

Transportation in Tokyo is convenient, but it can feel complicated at first because the stations are large and there are many lines.

This page not only provides general information, but also organizes the order and points to check when actually preparing. For people coming to Japan from overseas, it is important to proceed with plenty of time, as each procedure can take time due to differences in language and systems.

View destinations by route name

Compare the number of transfers and travel time.

Conditions vary depending on the person and company. The most efficient way to proceed is to organize your purpose, timing, budget, and necessary language support, and then check only the parts you don't understand with a specialist.

Utilize IC cards

Compatible transportation makes traveling easier.

Conditions vary depending on the person and company. The most efficient way to proceed is to organize your purpose, timing, budget, and necessary language support, and then check only the parts you don't understand with a specialist.

avoid rush hours

If you have a lot of luggage, please stagger your shipping times.

Conditions vary depending on the person and company. The most efficient way to proceed is to organize your purpose, timing, budget, and necessary language support, and then check only the parts you don't understand with a specialist.

Check the exit at major stations

If you take the wrong exit, the walking distance will increase.

Conditions vary depending on the person and company. The most efficient way to proceed is to organize your purpose, timing, budget, and necessary language support, and then check only the parts you don't understand with a specialist.

Plan to include walking

Also estimate the time from the station to your destination.

Conditions vary depending on the person and company. The most efficient way to proceed is to organize your purpose, timing, budget, and necessary language support, and then check only the parts you don't understand with a specialist.

Don't schedule too much

While transportation is convenient when staying in Japan, it can sometimes take longer than planned due to things like navigating through train stations, crowds, and weather. Leaving free time will make it easier to deal with sudden changes or illness. Especially when visiting a region for the first time, limiting the number of places you visit in one day will give you more time to enjoy the area.

One source of information during your stay

It's a good idea to organize your accommodation, transportation, reservation number, insurance, emergency contacts, etc. without relying solely on your smartphone. Sharing this information with your family and companions and deciding who should check what in case of a problem will speed up your response.

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