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TOP 3 GREATEST PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION TICKETS TO GET AROUND TOKYO

Tokyo is the capital city of Japan, and is also a immensely popular tourist destination.

Known for its wonderful food, historic landmarks, futuristic shopping centers, and anime-related locations, there are so many places for visitors to go, and there are many visitors who want to get around as much as possible in a given day.

In this article, we will introduce 3 great public transportation deals to help your transportation needs.

Tokunai Pass

(credit: JR East)

The Tokunai (都区内 lit. "within the wards") Pass is a ticket sold by JR East which allows users unlimited JR train rides within the 23 wards of Tokyo for one day.

Prices are 760 yen for adults, and 380 yen for children between the ages 6-12.

This is an incredible deal because you can get around most of the coolest places by using only the JR lines.

<How to purchase the tickets>
Use the reserved seat ticket machines within the stations in the area, or purchase through the Suica mobile app (same-day tickets only).

*To purchase through the ticket machines in JR, you have to use the QR code provided through their website below. Ask near by staff if you need any help purchasing the ticket.

>JR East Tokunai Pass purchasing page

Tokyo 1-Day Ticket (Tokyo Free Ticket)

(source:Tokyo Metropolitan Bureau of Transportation)

Tokyo 1-Day Ticket (aka Tokyo Free Ticket) is like an extended version of the Tokunai Pass mentioned above. As well as all JR lines in the 23 wards, this ticket will grant you unlimited rides for all Tokyo Metro lines, Toei Subway lines, Toden Arakawa lines, and the Nippori-Toneri liner for one full day. It's an incredible deal.

Prices are 1,600 yen for adults, and 800 yen for children between the ages 6-12, making this an unbeatable option for all your transportation needs in Tokyo.

(credit: JR East)

<How to purchase the tickets>
Purchase either by using the reserved seat ticket machines in the JR stations within the area, through the Suica mobile app (same-day tickets only), Tokyo Metro stations, Toei Subway stations, or from the Nippori-Toneri line stations."

*To purchase through the ticket machines in JR, you have to use the QR code provided through their website below. Ask near by staff if you need any help purchasing the ticket.

>JR East Tokyo 1-Day Ticket purchasing page

Tokyo Subway Ticket

(source:Tokyo Metro)

The (very vaguely named) Tokyo Subway Ticket allows purchasers unlimited rides for all Tokyo Metro lines and Toei Subway lines.

You can buy either a 24 hour ticket, a 48, or a 72-hour ticket. Buy the one which suit your plans.

AdultsChildren
(ages 6-12)
Tokyo Subway 24-hour Ticket ¥800¥400
Tokyo Subway 48-hour Ticket ¥1,200¥600
Tokyo Subway 72-hour Ticket 1,500 yen¥750

For travelling within metropolitan Tokyo, the metro basically covers everywhere, so this would be a solid choice. Make sure you double check directions to and from the nearby subway stations.

<How to purchase the tickets>
You can buy the tickets in all metro stations, or from places like convenience stores to airports.

>Check their website for details

Use these great passes for travelling Tokyo!

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Like so, there are a variety of options to choose from, when it comes to travelling Tokyo by train.

Using these unlimited passes will make your transportation expences much more smaller, so if you plan on using public transportation, be sure to check all the options.

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