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Toei Subway Information How to Ride the Subway
      Subways in Tokyo
      In central Tokyo, there are 3 different train systems: subways, Japan Railways (JR) and private railways.
The subway is the fastest and easiest way to get around central Tokyo.
There are 13 subway lines. Four of them are Toei lines, and others are Tokyo Metro. Toei lines are operated by Tokyo Metropolitan Government,Tokyo Metro are operated by Tokyo Metro Co., Ltd.
Each line has a name and a color.
It is easier to find the station name on a subway map if you memorize the color.
Most subway lines interconnect to JR or private railways.
      Toei Subways and Tokyo Metro
      The following signs are displayed on the entrance of the station in Toei Subways and Tokyo Metro.
     
Common sign Common sign
(Toei Subways and Tokyo Metro)
Toei Subways Toei Subways
Tokyo Metro Tokyo Metro
      Please remember that tickets for Toei lines are not valid for Tokyo Metro and vice versa.You can buy a transfer ticket between Toei and Tokyo Metro.
Transfer tickets cost 70-yen less than the two lines tickets bought separately (Please buy a transfer ticket in advance).It is 70-yen cheaper if you use a T-card connecting ride with Toei and Tokyo Metro,too. Discounts are offered on connecting rides with the Toei and Tokyo Metro.
       
      Fares
     
- The regular fare is calculated according to the minimal distance between the stations you ride.
- The fare for children is half of the adult fare.
      Transfer Tickets
      * Please buy a transfer ticket to other railways in advance if you are going to transfer to private railways or Japan Railways.
 
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