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Trains & Subways
Tokyo has one of the world's most convenient and efficient train and subway systems, and you can get from just about any point to any point this way. Almost all stations in the city have both the Kanji and the English written at each station on signs, and the stations are usually announced. Since some station destination maps are all in Japanese, deciding the amount of ticket to buy can be confusing. If this is the case, just buy the lowest price ticket: 130 yen ticket when using a JR line (Yamanote-line), or a 160 yen ticket when using a subway line. Present your ticket to the gate keeper when exiting; if the amount is more, he will show you the amount you owe. If you're planning of doing a lot of train travel within the city, there is a 'Free Kippu' day pass which can be used on all JR train lines within Tokyo for 730 yen , or for 1460 yen to use all JR lines, subway lines, buses and streetcars within Tokyo. Subways run until about 12am, and the last JR Yamanote-line run is near 1am. All of the stations in this booklet except Akasaka Station are on the JR Yamanote train line (green), or the Hibiya line (silver).
Taxis
Tokyo Taxis are clean and slightly costly. The minimum fare varies from 540 yen to 660 yen for the first 2 kilometers, and rise rapidly thereafter. A meter box displays the amount, and you can ask for a receipt upon arrival. Drivers are always white-gloved, invariably courteous and usually take the most direct route. Sometimes late night taxis tack on a small percentage.
To & From Narita Airport
Narita Airport is 66 kilometers outside of Tokyo, so what ever your mode of transport, be sure to give yourself plenty time (4 hours before your time of departure generally), and keep in mind there are two terminals - be sure you are getting off at the right one.
Train-The Narita Express, leaves from Shinjuku Station (3150 yen , 74 min), and from Tokyo Station (2940 yen , 53 min) twice every hour. There is also the cheaper Keisei 'Skyliner' from Ueno Station (1920 yen , 56 min), but keep in mind it's a 30+ minute ride from West Tokyo to Ueno.
Bus-Limousine buses make the circuit between Narita and hotels and locations within central Tokyo. The trip takes about 80 min and costs 3000 yen~ depending where you get on. You may also board at the Tokyo City Air Terminal (TCAT) but they no longer allow passengers to check in early there.
To & From Haneda Airport
All domestic flights use Haneda Airport. Monorail trains leave every 10 minutes from Hammamatsu-cho station (on the JR Yamanote line). It takes about 15 minutes and costs 360 yen. If you are going directly from Narita, it's more convenient to use the direct bus service than train lines.
Traveling by Train from Tokyo
Train travel to any other major city in Japan, probably means using the Shinkansen, the bullet train. All Shinkansens depart from Tokyo station. Arriving by JR Yamanote line, look for the signs directing the way. Be careful, as there are two different Shinkansen platforms, one for trains heading north to Niigata, and the other heading south, to Kyoto, Osaka and Fukuoka. At the ticket window, you'll need to present your Yamanote line ticket. A screen to the side of the window shows whether reserved seats are open (a circle), or full (an x mark). The reserved seats are worth the small extra amount. On the ticket, your carriage number, row number and seat letter are indicated. Be sure to hold on to your tickets, as the conductor will check during the ride, and you will need them upon exiting at your destination.
Click here for Subway map
Trains & Subways
Tokyo has one of the world's most convenient and efficient train and subway systems, and you can get from just about any point to any point this way. Almost all stations in the city have both the Kanji and the English written at each station on signs, and the stations are usually announced. Since some station destination maps are all in Japanese, deciding the amount of ticket to buy can be confusing. If this is the case, just buy the lowest price ticket: 130 yen ticket when using a JR line (Yamanote-line), or a 160 yen ticket when using a subway line. Present your ticket to the gate keeper when exiting; if the amount is more, he will show you the amount you owe. If you're planning of doing a lot of train travel within the city, there is a 'Free Kippu' day pass which can be used on all JR train lines within Tokyo for 730 yen , or for 1460 yen to use all JR lines, subway lines, buses and streetcars within Tokyo. Subways run until about 12am, and the last JR Yamanote-line run is near 1am. All of the stations in this booklet except Akasaka Station are on the JR Yamanote train line (green), or the Hibiya line (silver).
Taxis
Tokyo Taxis are clean and slightly costly. The minimum fare varies from 540 yen to 660 yen for the first 2 kilometers, and rise rapidly thereafter. A meter box displays the amount, and you can ask for a receipt upon arrival. Drivers are always white-gloved, invariably courteous and usually take the most direct route. Sometimes late night taxis tack on a small percentage.
To & From Narita Airport
Narita Airport is 66 kilometers outside of Tokyo, so what ever your mode of transport, be sure to give yourself plenty time (4 hours before your time of departure generally), and keep in mind there are two terminals - be sure you are getting off at the right one.
Train-The Narita Express, leaves from Shinjuku Station (3150 yen , 74 min), and from Tokyo Station (2940 yen , 53 min) twice every hour. There is also the cheaper Keisei 'Skyliner' from Ueno Station (1920 yen , 56 min), but keep in mind it's a 30+ minute ride from West Tokyo to Ueno.
Bus-Limousine buses make the circuit between Narita and hotels and locations within central Tokyo. The trip takes about 80 min and costs 3000 yen~ depending where you get on. You may also board at the Tokyo City Air Terminal (TCAT) but they no longer allow passengers to check in early there.
To & From Haneda Airport
All domestic flights use Haneda Airport. Monorail trains leave every 10 minutes from Hammamatsu-cho station (on the JR Yamanote line). It takes about 15 minutes and costs 360 yen. If you are going directly from Narita, it's more convenient to use the direct bus service than train lines.
Traveling by Train from Tokyo
Train travel to any other major city in Japan, probably means using the Shinkansen, the bullet train. All Shinkansens depart from Tokyo station. Arriving by JR Yamanote line, look for the signs directing the way. Be careful, as there are two different Shinkansen platforms, one for trains heading north to Niigata, and the other heading south, to Kyoto, Osaka and Fukuoka. At the ticket window, you'll need to present your Yamanote line ticket. A screen to the side of the window shows whether reserved seats are open (a circle), or full (an x mark). The reserved seats are worth the small extra amount. On the ticket, your carriage number, row number and seat letter are indicated. Be sure to hold on to your tickets, as the conductor will check during the ride, and you will need them upon exiting at your destination.
Click here for Subway map
