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Tokyo Metro facts for kids

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The Tokyo Metro logo from 2004

Tokyo Metro (which means Tokyo Subway in Japanese) is a big part of how people get around in Tokyo, Japan. It's one of two main rapid transit systems that make up the huge Tokyo subway network. Think of a rapid transit system as a super-fast train service that runs mostly underground in big cities, helping lots of people travel quickly. The other main subway system in Tokyo is called Toei. Tokyo Metro helps millions of people travel every day!

Exploring Tokyo Metro's Lines

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Tokyo Metro lines (other lines are shown in gray)

Tokyo Metro has many different train lines, each with its own color and name. These lines connect different parts of the city, making it easy to get almost anywhere. Each line has a special mark, like a letter, and a number to help people find their way.

Here's a quick look at some of the main lines:

  • The Ginza Line is orange and was the first subway line in Asia! It runs from Shibuya to Asakusa.
  • The Marunouchi Line is red and goes to important places like Ikebukuro. It even has a small branch line.
  • The Hibiya Line is silver and connects areas like Naka-Meguro and Kita-Senju.
  • The Tozai Line is sky blue and is one of the longer lines, connecting Nakano to Nishi-Funabashi.
  • The Chiyoda Line is green and travels from Yoyogi-uehara to Kita-Ayase.
  • The Yurakucho Line is yellow and goes from Wakōshi to Shin-Kiba.
  • The Hanzomon Line is purple and connects Shibuya to Oshiage.
  • The Namboku Line is teal and runs from Meguro to Akabane-iwabuchi.
  • The Fukutoshin Line is brown and also connects Wakōshi to Shibuya. Part of this line shares tracks with the Yurakucho Line.

These lines cover a total distance of over 195 kilometers (about 121 miles) and serve many stations across Tokyo. Each line is designed to help people travel efficiently and comfortably throughout the busy city.

Images for kids

  • Eidanoldlogo

    The old TRTA logo, used until 2004.

  • Tokyo Metro 1000

    A 1000 series train at Shibuya Station on the Ginza Line.

  • Marunouchi Line 2000 Korakuen 20190302a

    A 2000 series train at Korakuen station.

  • Trains of Tozailine

    Tozai Line trains: 07 series, 05 series, and 5000 series.

  • Tokyo Metro 17000 series and 08 series 20200516

    A 17000 series train (left) with an 08 series train (right).

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