Cheap Tickets & IC Cards

Make the most of your time in Tokyo by learning how to move around cost-effectively and efficiently, using cheap tickets and IC cards.

Tokyo's public transport network includes overground trains, underground trains, buses and monorails, run by different companies charging different prices. If you pick up an IC card, you can pay for your travel without breaking your stride. The same card can be used to buy things at participating shops and vending machines. Each company also offers a selection of cheap tickets, so a little bit of research can take you a long way.

IC Cards

These IC cards can be used on many major rail and bus services in the metropolitan area and many other parts of Japan. IC cards are prepaid and rechargeable, so you can top them up with cash when your balance runs short. To board a train or bus, just hold your card over the card reader, and the fare will be deducted automatically. At some shops, IC cards can also be used as electronic money.
Mobile IC cards are available for smartphones. After downloading and setting up the mobile Suica or PASMO app, you can tap in with your phone. Charging can also be done through your phone.

Suica

Suica cards are sold for the following prices: 1,000 yen, 2,000 yen, 3,000 yen, 4,000 yen, 5,000 yen and 10,000 yen. The price includes the card, a 500-yen deposit and usable credit. Suica can be used on trains and buses, and also in some shops, in areas of Japan served by the following IC card operators: SAPICA, Kitaca, PASMO, TOICA, manaca, ICOCA, PiTaPa, SUGOCA, nimoca, HAYAKAKEN, odeca, icsca and RYUTO. To check Suica service areas, click here.

Welcome Suica: An IC Card for Foreign Visitors

The Welcome Suica is an IC card for short-term foreign visitors to Japan. Unlike regular IC cards, the Welcome Suica does not require a deposit, but can only be used for 28 days. These differences aside, this card can be used like a regular Suica—in the above-mentioned service areas, establishments that accept electronic money, taxis, tourist facilities, and more. The Welcome Suica is sold in denominations of 1,000 yen, 2,000 yen, 3,000 yen, 4,000 yen, 5,000 yen, and 10,000 yen.

PASMO

Although PASMO cards are mainly used for private rail, subway, and bus services, they can be used instead of other cards. This means you can use a PASMO card in Suica and many other IC card operators' service areas. As of February, 2025, you can use PASMO cards in these areas in addition to those of 28 rail operators and 73 bus operators nationwide. For the complete list of participating operators, click here.

You can purchase a PASMO at stations of participating train companies. A 500-yen deposit is required.

Discount Tickets

Tokyo offers various discount passes. These offer a convenient, budget-friendly way to enjoy the city. To make the most of your visit, pick a pass that best suits your needs, and have fun experiencing Tokyo's countless places to visit.

Tokyo One-Day Ticket
Tokyo Tour Ticket (Tokyo Free Kippu)

For a period of one day, this ticket can be used on all Tokyo Metro lines, Toei Subway lines, Toei buses, Toei Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line), the Nippori-Toneri Liner and JR lines within Tokyo's 23 cities.

Fare	Adults 1,600 yen / Children 800 yen
Validity	1 day
Sales Locations	Suica app (for one-day tickets only), reserved-seat ticket machines in major JR East stations in Tokyo's 23 cities, Tokyo Metro stations, Toei subway stations, and Nippori-Toneri Liner stations (with some exceptions)
Coverage	JR East trains serving Tokyo's 23 cities, Tokyo Metro, Toei Subway, Toei Bus, Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line), Nippori-Toneri Liner
Official Website	Tokyo 1-Day Ticket: East Japan Railway Company

 

Toei One-Day Pass (Toei Marugoto Kippu)

For a period of one day, this pass can be used as many times as you like on the Toei subway, Toei buses, Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line) and the Nippori-Toneri Liner.

Fare	Adults 700 yen / Children 350 yen
Validity	Same-day tickets are only valid on the date of purchase Advance tickets are valid on any one day for up to 6 months after the date of purchase
Sales Locations	Same-day tickets: Toei subway ticket machines, inside Toei buses, inside Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line), Nippori-Toneri Liner ticket machines Advance tickets: Toei subway stations, Toei bus offices, Toden Arakawa Line offices, Sano Inbou, Minowabashi Omoide-kan, Toei subways, Toei buses, Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line), and Nippori-Toneri Liner commuter ticket offices (with some exceptions)
Coverage	Toei Subway, Toei Bus, Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line), Nippori-Toneri Liner
Official Website	Tickets recommended for sightseeing: Toei Transportation

 

Common One-Day Ticket for Tokyo Metro and Toei Subway (PASMO)

For a period of one day, the ticket can be used on all Tokyo Metro and Toei Subway lines. It can be purchased either in advance or on the day of use.

Fare	Adults 900 yen / Children 450 yen
Validity	1 day
Sales Locations	Same-day tickets: Toei Subway and Tokyo Metro ticket machines Advance tickets: Toei Subway and Tokyo Metro commuter ticket offices
Coverage	Tokyo Metro, Toei Subway
Official Website	1-Day Open Tickets: Tokyo Metro

 

Tokyo Metro 24-Hour Ticket

For 24 hours after the first use, the ticket can be used as many times as you like on all Tokyo Metro lines. It can be purchased either in advance or on the day of use.

Fare	Adults 600 yen / Children 300 yen
Validity	24 hours after first use (The ticket will become invalid if not used by the last train on the day of purchase.)
Sales Locations	Advance tickets: Tokyo Metro ticket counters Except Nakano Station, Nishifunabashi Station, Shibuya Station (Fukutoshin Line) Same-day tickets: Tokyo Metro ticket machines
Coverage	Tokyo Metro
Official Website	1-Day Open Tickets: Tokyo Metro

 

Tokyo Subway Ticket

These tickets are valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours from the start of your trip. They can be used on all Toei Subway and Tokyo Metro lines. You can also use a special package called the Tokyo Starter Kit, which includes the Tokyo Subway Ticket, a bus pass, and travel insurance.

The Tokyo Starter Kit also includes medical treatment cost compensation, introductions to medical institutions, interpretation services, tourist information, natural disaster alerts, and various other services that will help you enjoy a safe and peaceful trip.

Fare	[Tokyo Subway 24-hour ticket] Adults: 800 yen / Children: 400 yen [Tokyo Subway 48-hour ticket] Adults: 1,200 yen / Children: 600 yen [Tokyo Subway 72-hour ticket] Adults: 1,500 yen / Children: 750 yen
Validity	[Tokyo Subway 24-hour ticket] 24 hours from first use, before the expiry date listed on the back of the ticket 24 hours from purchase if using an IC card (PASMO) [Tokyo Subway 48-hour ticket] 48 hours from first use, before the expiry date listed on the back of the ticket 48 hours from purchase if using an IC card (PASMO) [Tokyo Subway 72-hour ticket] 72 hours from first use, before the expiry date listed on the back of the ticket 72 hours from purchase if using an IC card (PASMO)
Sales Locations	Airports, subway train stations, tourist information centers, and other locations. See the official website for a full list of sales locations.
Coverage	Toei Subway and Tokyo Metro
Official Website	Tokyo Subway Ticket: Tokyo Metro

 

Tokyo Metropolitan District Pass (Tokunai Pass)

The pass can be used for unreserved seats on all local trains (including rapid services) within Tokyo's 23 cities.

Fare	Adults 760 yen / Children 380 yen
Validity	1 day
Sales Locations	Suica mobile app (for one-day tickets only), reserved-seat ticket machines at major stations in the JR East Pass free area, affiliated vendors, and major travel agents.
Coverage	JR stations in Tokyo's 23 cities
Official Website	Tokyo Metropolitan District Pass (Tokunai Pass): East Japan Railway Company

 

Toden One-day Pass / Toden One-day IC Card Pass

For a period of one day,the pass can be used as many times as you like on Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line).

Fare	Adults 400 yen / Children 200 yen
Validity	Same-day tickets are only valid on the date of purchase Advance tickets are valid on any one day for up to 6 months after the date of purchase
Sales Locations	Same-day tickets: Inside Tokyo Sakura Trams (Toden Arakawa Line), Toden Arakawa Line offices and commuter-pass counters, Minowabashi Omoide-kan Advance tickets: TodenArakawa Line offices and commuter-pass counters (cash-only), Minowabashi Omoide-kan
Coverage	Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line)
Official Website	Tickets recommended for sightseeing: TOEI TRANSPORTATION

 

Toei Bus One-Day Pass

For a period of one day, the pass can be used as many times as you like on Toei buses (excluding the Koto 01 Route) within Tokyo's 23 cities.You can also get the one-day pass working on a PASMO or Suica IC card. Ask the bus driver to get the pass for your IC card (the fare will be deducted from the card's balance).

Fare	Adults 500 yen / Children 250 yen
Validity	1 day
Sales Locations	Same-day tickets: Toei buses, Toei bus offices and commuter-pass counters Advance tickets: Toei bus offices and commuter-pass counters
Coverage	Toei Bus
Official Website	Tickets recommended for sightseeing: Toei Transportation

 

Yurikamome One-Day Pass

Fare	Adults 820 yen / Children 410 yen
Validity	1 day
Sales Locations	Yurikamome Line stations (Advance tickets can be purchased at Shimbashi and Toyosu stations).
Coverage	Yurikamome Line
Official Website	One-Day Pass & Coupon Tickets: Yurikamome

 

Rinkai Line One-Day ticket

For a period of one day, the ticket can be used as many times as you like on the Rinkai Line.

Fare	Adults 730 yen / Children 370 yen
Validity	1 day
Sales Locations	Rinkai Line stations (At Osaki Station, tickets are only available at machines) JTB, Japan Travel, or Kinki Nippon Tourist Packs of discounted Coupon Tickets for use on a designated day are also available. Note: The coupon must be exchanged for a one-day pass at a Rinkai Line station office (cannot be exchanged at Osaki Station).
Coverage	Rinkai Line
Official Website	Fare/Ticket: Rinkai Line

 

Keikyu Line Tokyo 1-Day Ticket

The pass combines a round trip ticket between any station on the Keikyu Line and Shinagawa Station, with a 1-day ticket for unlimited rides between Shinagawa and Sengakuji Stations, as well as the Toei Subway lines, Toei buses (excluding certain routes), Toden lines, and the Nippori-Toneri Liner.
Note: Departures from Shinagawa Station will be issued a 1-day pass only.

Fare	[Shinagawa Station] Adults 910 yen / Children 450 yen [Yokohama Station] Adults 1,190 yen / Children 500 yen
Validity	1 day
Sales Locations	Keikyu Line Stations (excluding Sengakuji Station)
Coverage	Keikyu Line (return ticket between any designated station and Shinagawa Station), travel between Shinagawa and Sengakuji Stations, Toei Subway lines, Toei buses (excluding certain routes), Toden lines, and the Nippori-Toneri Liner.
Official Website	Tokyo 1-Day Ticket | Discount tickets

 

Odakyu Railway Hakone Freepass

This ticket set includes a round trip between any Odakyu Line station to Odawara Station. It is also valid for free use of the Hakone Tozan train, Hakone Tozan cable car, Hakone Tozan ropeway, Hakone Pirate Ship, Hakone Tozan bus (within a designated area), Hakone Kanko Shisetsu-Meguri sightseeing bus (operated by Hakone Tozan bus), Tokai bus (within a designated area), and the Odakyu Highway bus (within a designated area).

Fare	Sample fare: From Shinjuku Adults 6,100 yen (2 days) / 6,500 yen (3 days) Children 1,100 yen (2 days) / 1,350 yen (3 days) Note: Fares vary by the station of departure.
Validity	2 or 3 days
Sales Locations	Odakyu Line stations, EMot (MaaS app), EMot online tickets, 7-Elevens in Japan (only for departure from Shinjuku and designated spots in the greater Hakone area)
Coverage	Odakyu Line (round trip between departing station and Odawara Station), Hakone Tozan Train, Hakone Tozan cable car, Hakone Tozan ropeway, Hakone Pirate Ship, Hakone Tozan bus (within a designated area), Hakone Kanko Shisetsu-Meguri sightseeing bus (operated by Hakone Tozan bus), Tokai bus (within a designated area), and the Odakyu Highway bus (within a designated area)
Official Website	Odakyu Railway

 

Setagaya Line Explorer Ticket

For a period of one day, this ticket can be used as many times as you like on the Setagaya Line.

Fare	Adults 380 yen / Children 190 yen
Validity	Valid only on day of purchase
Sales Locations	Sangen-Jaya and Shimo-Takaido stations When boarding from Setagaya Line stations other than those listed above, please receive a "Ticket Purchase Coupon" from crew personnel after paying for the regular fare in cash. When you present the "Ticket Purchase Coupon" at one of the above-listed stations, you will be asked to pay the difference for the Setagaya Line Explorer Ticket.
Coverage	Setagaya Line
Official Website	Setagaya Line Explorer Tickets: Tokyu Corporation

 

Tokyu Line Minatomirai Pass

The ticket can be used for a round trip on the Tokyu Line services (between certain stations and Yokohama Station) and for as many rides as you like for one day on the Minatomirai Line.

Fare	Adults 650-1,210 yen / Children 330-610 yen (Fares vary by station)
Validity	1 day
Sales Locations	Tokyu Line stations (excluding Yokohama Station and those on the Kodomonokuni and Setagaya Lines)
Coverage	Round trip to Yokohama Station from certain Tokyu Line stations; Minatomirai Line
Official Website	Minatomirai Pass: Tokyu Corporation

 

Skyliner E-Ticket—Fastest Access from Narita to Downtown Tokyo

Discount tickets for the Keisei Skyliner between Narita Airport and downtown Tokyo are available on Keisei Electric Railway's website.
Note: The fastest access is from Nippori Station to Narita Airport Terminal 2･3 Station.

Coverage	Narita Airport to downtown Tokyo
Fare	Adults 2,310 yen / Children 1,150 yen (one way)
Eligibility	For foreign visitors to Japan. Each ticket must be booked online. Upon arrival in Japan, present the ticket exchange number or QR code along with your passport at the Keisei ticket counter to receive your ticket.
Ticket Counter Locations	Keisei Skyliner Ticket Counter, Skyliner & Keisei Information Center (Narita Airport Station, Narita Airport Terminal 2･3 Station) Keisei Electric Railway ticket counter (first floor of Narita Airport Terminals 1 and 2)
Official Website	Skyliner Discount Ticket: Keisei Electric Railway

 

Limousine and Subway Pass

The Limousine and Subway Pass is a set that combines the Tokyo Subway Ticket, which grants unlimited access to all nine lines of the Tokyo Metro and all four lines of the Toei Subway, as well as one-way or round-trip Airport Limousine Bus tickets.

Fare	Narita Airport route [Airport Limousine Bus (one-way) + Tokyo subway 24-hour ticket] Adults: 4,000 yen / Children: 2,000 yen [Airport Limousine Bus (round-trip) + Tokyo subway 48-hour ticket] Adults: 7,200 yen / Children: 3,600 yen [Airport Limousine Bus (round-trip) + Tokyo subway 72-hour ticket] Adults: 7,500 yen / Children: 3,750 yen Haneda Airport route [Airport Limousine Bus (one-way) + Tokyo subway 24-hour ticket] Adults: 2,100 yen / Children: 1,050 yen [Airport Limousine Bus (round-trip) + Tokyo subway 48-hour ticket] Adults: 3,800 yen / Children: 1,900yen [Airport Limousine Bus (round-trip) + Tokyo subway 72-hour ticket] Adults: 4,100 yen / Children: 2,050 yen
Ticket Counter Location	Narita Airport Route Narita Airport Bus ticket counter, Tokyo Metro commuter-pass counters *A combination one-way limousine bus ticket and Tokyo Subway 24-hour ticket can be purchased from the Limousine Bus ticket counter at the West Exit of Shinjuku Station, the Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal (Busta Shinjuku) Limousine Bus ticket counter or the Tokyo City Air Terminal Limousine Bus ticket counter Haneda Airport Route Haneda Airport Limousine Bus ticket counter, Tokyo Metro commuter-pass counters *A combination one-way limousine bus ticket and Tokyo Subway 24-hour ticket can be purchased from the Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal (Busta Shinjuku) Limousine Bus ticket counter or the Tokyo City Air Terminal Limousine Bus ticket counter (on the third floor)
Official Website	Limousine & Subway Pass: Friendly Airport Limousine