Tokyo Subway Ticket (24/48/72-Hour)

What it is

The Tokyo Subway Ticket gives tourists unlimited rides on all 9 Tokyo Metro lines and all 4 Toei Subway lines for a fixed window of 24, 48, or 72 hours from first use. Together, these two networks span 13 lines and over 285 stations, covering virtually every major sightseeing district in Tokyo — from Shibuya and Harajuku to Asakusa, Ueno, Shinjuku, Akihabara, Ginza, Roppongi, and beyond. It does not cover JR East services (including the Yamanote Line, Chuo Line, or Sobu Line), Tokyu, Keio, Odakyu, or other private railway lines. Passes can typically be purchased at Haneda Airport, Narita Airport, and select tourist information centers around the city.

Highlights

• Tokyo Metro network (9 lines): covers the Ginza, Marunouchi, Hibiya, Tozai, Chiyoda, Yurakucho, Hanzomon, Namboku, and Fukutoshin lines — the backbone of tourist Tokyo.
• Toei Subway network (4 lines): includes the Asakusa, Mita, Shinjuku, and Oedo lines, adding key connections to Asakusa Temple, Roppongi Hills, and Tokyo City Hall area.
• 285+ stations city-wide: single pass covers virtually every major sightseeing district — Shibuya, Harajuku, Ueno, Akihabara, Ginza, Shinjuku, and Asakusa all within one ticket.
• Three duration tiers (24/48/72 hrs): timer starts on first tap, not purchase date — flexible for late-arriving travelers.
• Airport pick-up available: passes are typically sold at Haneda (International Terminal) and Narita (Terminal 1 and 2 tourist counters), making it convenient to grab on arrival.
• No IC card or top-up needed: just tap the magnetic ticket at the gate — no Suica or Pasmo required for covered lines.

Good to know

• Does NOT cover JR lines: the iconic Yamanote Loop Line, Chuo Line, and Narita Express are all JR — you'll need a separate ticket or IC card for those.
• Validity window: the 24/48/72-hour clock typically starts when you first use the pass at a ticket gate, not when you purchase it — confirm exact terms at point of sale.
• Best value for sightseers: if you plan 4+ subway rides per day, the pass generally pays off versus per-ride fares, which usually run ¥170–¥320 each depending on distance.
• Available at: Haneda Airport (International Terminal B1 Tourist Info), Narita Airport (Terminal 1 and 2 tourist counters), and select locations around central Tokyo — stock can vary, so pick up on arrival if possible.