The World's Most Connected Metropolis · Tokyo has the world's most extensive rail network, with multiple overlapping lines operated by JR East, Tokyo Metro and Toei.
Navigate Tokyo with CityNav →Tokyo has the world's most extensive rail network, with multiple overlapping lines operated by JR East, Tokyo Metro and Toei. Every neighbourhood is within minutes of a station, at any time of day.
Best pass for tourists: Suica or Pasmo IC card
Tokyo has 13 public transit lines, including 13 metro/subway lines. CityNav supports all of them for offline and real-time navigation.
+ 26 more stations supported in CityNav
Tokyo has 13 transit lines covering trains, buses and metro routes across the city. CityNav shows real-time departure times at every station — and when you're underground or off the grid, offline timetables keep you moving without any internet connection.
13 lines — tap any station in CityNav for real-time arrivals
Bus routes across Tokyo — plan your journey before you board
From iconic landmarks to hidden local gems, Tokyo has something for every type of traveller. CityNav gives you AR walking directions and step-by-step transit routes to any attraction — no map-reading required.
AR walking directions via CityNav
AR walking directions via CityNav
AR walking directions via CityNav
AR walking directions via CityNav
Get real-time turn-by-turn directions, AR walking navigation, offline transit maps and SOS emergency alerts — all designed for tourists exploring Tokyo.
Open CityNav — Free →Landing soon? These guides compare every way to get from the airport into Tokyo — trains, buses and taxis with prices, times and luggage tips.
✈️ Narita International Airport (NRT)All transport options to central Tokyo — compared✈️ Haneda Airport (HND)All transport options to central Tokyo — comparedEmergency numbers, hospital info, common tourist scams and key local phrases for Tokyo — all on one page that works offline in the CityNav app.
Open Tokyo Safety Centre →Tokyo's transit maps, timetables and Safety Centre work fully offline in CityNav. Download the app before you board and you can navigate from the moment you land — no roaming data, no airport Wi-Fi needed.
JR East operates long-distance and suburban lines including the Yamanote Line loop circling central Tokyo. Tokyo Metro and Toei operate the underground subway network in the city centre. A Suica or Pasmo IC card works on all systems seamlessly — no need for separate tickets.
No — most Tokyo trains stop between midnight and 5:30am. Last trains depart at 12:00–12:30am; plan your evenings accordingly. Missing the last train means waiting until 5am or taking a taxi, which can be expensive for longer journeys.
Suica IC cards work on all JR, Tokyo Metro, and Toei trains and buses, plus as payment at most convenience stores, vending machines, restaurants, and shops across Japan. Buy one at any JR station for a ¥500 refundable deposit, or use a digital Suica on an iPhone.