Tokyo Metro Complete Guide 2026: Suica, PASMO, Tokyo Subway Pass — Which to Get?

By Nihongo to Japan · Updated June 17, 2026

Tokyo has 300+ subway stations and 13 metro lines plus JR lines. This complete guide explains Suica vs PASMO vs IC cards, when Tokyo Subway Pass is worth buying, and how to actually read the confusing metro map.

Tokyo Transit Overview

Tokyo Metro: 9 lines

Toei Subway: 4 lines

JR East: Yamanote Line (circle line) + others

Key card: Welcome Suica (no deposit required, 28-day validity, tourist-friendly)

Tokyo Subway Pass Worth It?

24h: ¥800 | 48h: ¥1,200 | 72h: ¥1,500. Worth buying if you take 4+ metro rides per day. Note: does NOT include JR lines.

Buy transport passes at [Klook](https://klook.tpx.lv/IuSKdjjt).