The Tokyo Metro is the largest in the world in terms of the number of passengers carried, 10 million people use it daily. Metro Tokyo consists of lines of two independent companies Tokyo Metro and Toei. These two networks are completely separated. To change from one operator's line to another, you must buy a second ticket or a special ticket with the possibility of a transfer. Only passengers with electronic PASMO transport cards can safely navigate along all lines

Tokyo Metro scheme in Russian

The Tokyo metro is convenient to use even for foreigners: the names of the stations are announced in English and Japanese, all cars have electronic displays. Subway schemes are provided with information on which train car it is best to sit down for a convenient transplant further along the route. The trains run on schedule and at high speed. Junction stations connect the Tokyo Metro with the lines of suburban trains. The metro is open from about 5am to one o'clock in the morning

Tokyo etiquette rules of etiquette imply that passengers refrain from talking on the mobile phone in the train car, it will be polite to switch the phone to a quiet mode. On some lines there are cars for women and children only

Some history

The history of the Tokyo metro began in 1920 with the establishment of the Tokyo Underground Railway Company . In 1925 the first work began on the section between "Asakusa" and Ueno, and as early as December 30, 1927, the first trains were laid along the branch between these two stations . In 1939 the metro was connected to the railway line, and today on the main metro stations it is possible to change to suburban trains , high-speed lines Shinkansen, monorails and other types of trance Sports . In 2004, Tokyo Metro Co ., Ltd replaced the Teito Rapid Transit Authority that existed earlier . This is a private company serving 168 stations on 9 lines . The remaining 106 stations on 4 lines are in charge of Toei - Municipal Transport Authority . Toei - it's not just the metro, but also the urban land transport system .

How to orient yourself

The Tokyo subway is served by two major operators: Tokyo Metro and Toei. When you enter the station, you will see the logo of one or the other. Remember the name of the station and its number (for example, E18, where the letter stands for the Oedo line, and the figure for the station number on the line). For added convenience, the metro lines differ in color and the color of the line is the same as the color of the contour around the number.

The cost of the trip is calculated by the tariff scale (English . .) next to the ticket machines . Also this can be done in advance for Tokyo Metro lines on the official website and for the lines of both operators at www . tokyo-subway . net . All tickets are purchased in vending machines, there are no "live" cashiers in the Tokyo subway . If you nevertheless drove on , than planned, the difference in the price of the ticket can be paid on the way out by placing a ticket in Fare adjustment machine . The ticket must be passed through the turnstile and at the entrance and at the exit from the station . The ticket used will remain in the bowl of the turnstile, and the whole-day ticket can be used many times .

On some stations you will have to go through turnstiles in addition, even if you change from one line of Tokyo Metro to another, in this case use orange turnstiles. The transplant should not take more than half an hour. A special map of the surrounding area will allow you to choose your preferred exit from the station. After determining the exit number, follow the signs.

The fare

The fare depends on the distance between the stations and the operator: on the Tokyo Metro lines from 1 to 6 km - 160 yen, 7-11 km - 190 yen, 12-19 km - 230 yen, 20-27 km - 270 yen, 28-40 km - 300 yen; the minimum price of a trip on Toei lines is 170 yen . Tickets for unlimited travel during the day: on Tokyo Metro lines - 1-Day Open Ticket at a cost of 710 yen; on lines Toei - Toei One-Day Economy Pass 700 yen; on the lines of Tokyo Metro and Toei Subway - Common One-day Ticket at a price of 1000 yen .Tickets of all denominations are sold in special machines, installed at each station .Valid only on the day of purchase .You can calculate the cost of the trip by clicking on the links above or by reading the table of tariffs available at each station .

There is an opportunity to purchase several tickets at once - coupons - at a discount. Coupons are: no time limit (Ordinary Coupon Tickets) - 11 pieces at a price of 10 tickets; coupons for trips on weekends and weekdays from 10 am to 4 pm (Off-peak Coupon Tickets) - 12 pieces at a price of 10 tickets; and Weekend / Holiday Discount Coupon Tickets - 14 pieces at a price of 10 tickets. Coupons are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.

If you come to Tokyo for more than a month and are going to travel on a certain route (to an educational institution or to work), it makes sense to purchase a travel card for one or several months.

There are special tariffs: "children" - 50% of the cost (for children from 6 to 12 years); "Toddler" - free of charge (for children from 1 to 6 years old), if no more than two children of this age travel with an adult, the kids in the peer group must be provided with tickets for the children's tariff; "Baby" - free of charge (children under one year of age).