I was wondering what application you used for the Suica payments, i knew that i could check history, but not that you could use it as actual payment. (Android phones)
My first time in Tokyo, I was able to use the trains with no problems. I found the train map to be simple and self explainatory. TIP: train lines are color coded. For example, if you see a gold colored train, thats the Ginza line. On the train map, just follow the gold line. The only problem I encountered (not related to the trains themselves) was trying to find the East exit at Shinjuku station.
This video reminded me of planning my (pandemic cancelled) trip to Japan and doin so much research on how to get a Suica Card without messaging anything up. Finding out about the assistant in the “speaker” door was so cool.
This video reminds me of my one day in London, when I was on a school trip to UK (2013). Their underground system is so complicated, that even my teacher had problems to understand, where we were supposed to go 😂amazing video, I will make a good use of this, when I finally arive to Tokyo
I was pleasantly surprised with the ease of travel the first time I went to Tokyo. I'm from a small town and had never used public transit in my life, yet all I had to do was buy a Suica card and use Google Maps to find which platform to board from. It really is that simple.
The first time I went to Tokyo I was freaking out about how hard it would be to navigate. After Day 1 that fear subsided. They really do try to make the system easy and having Pasmo/Suica really really helps. I will say that having travel apps or even just Google Maps is a life saver so definitely figure out your internet connection situation (personally, I favour mobile wifi). Ironically, the few times I did get lost were on foot. I've been caught walking around in circles more than once because I was looking down following apps to a specific location. Don't forget to look up! Because of the high density in Tokyo not every store will be at ground level and their signage might not be either.
Coming from a country with virtually no accessible, safe public transport, Tokyo's is like a dream. Gives one a sense of "I can go anywhere and do anything"...and with your handy tips, it seems even more possible. Thanks Norm!
I definitely wanna try installing the suica app on my phone next time i travel to Japan. Sheeesh! watching more and more of your videos make me look forward to the next time I get to travel to Japan! Must save up first!
I was in Tokyo for a day and a half layover on route back to the states. It was my first time there. Learned the train system within a matter of a couple hours. Videos such as this one and Google maps are invaluable tools! Got to see a lot of cool places without paying a lot of money!
This will help a lot when I come to tokyo. This is one of the reasons I have not came yet. Now that is out the way. One way to see the world one step at a time. Thanks
Been to Tokyo several times and have to say the subway has always been intimidating. Fortunately I have always had a Japanese friend with we to guide me around. However, the crowds are so massive if you take your eyes off of your travel buddy for just a moment it is very easy to lose them in the sea of humanity. I always make sure to pick up a hotel business card to carry with me just in case I do get separated and then I can just hand it to a taxi driver to make my way back to where I am staying. I am hoping this year to get up the nerve and take a day to just "go" and experience in the mystery of learning to travel in the city.
Love the taxi drivers! I had an amazing one in hiroshima and it was our first night there so we were dead tired so him being so friendly made our night :)
One of the best videos I have seen on the transportation system, and covered a couple of items never mentioned in most such videos - and a new one for me was that you could use your smartphone as a Suica card.
I have no interest in ever going to Japan or Korea but I cannot stop watching TH-cam videos on what life is like living there. It's so fascinating to see how completely different things are over there :) Loving your videos, keep up the great (and informative) work!
As someone who is planning a future trip to Japan for a few weeks, I am really glad to know about the Suica card. I was nervous about having to figure out train tickets. I also didn't know you could switch the machines over to English!
Thank for the info, I just arrived and even though I studied what to do and some basic words in Japanese I had a problem, once I got off the plane, my brain said goodbye you are on your own. Sumimasen has been the most useful and helpful word so far, and the people I have so far encountered has been incredibly helpful
So funny, I stopped the video and tried to remember this ticket I used in 2012 to get from Tokyo to Kyoto in a cheap way and found it! Later you actually mentioned it in the video anyway haha. I definitely recommend checking out the Seishun 18 Kippu / 青春18きっぷ - it was a long ride from Tokyo to Kyoto but a nice view (and I was young and didn't mind the 10 hours 🤣) At one point I was the only 🥔on the train haha
Hello! I just wanted to say that one, you are really awesome for taking time time to do a video about all of the info you packed into making this and two thank you for your dedication to your vlog. I found your vlog just before the beginning of this year and like many others now follow you religiously. This video in particular helped me and friend(who is from the countryside in Inashiki) while I was visiting and we decided to visit Tokyo for a few days. Thanks to you and your detailed video we were able to figure our traveling about the many areas of Tokyo with ease. Thanks again for all you do for us your followers!
I love complex train systems, the chances of finding somewhere new go up when you get off at the wrong station, but you learn quicker for sure. Loved this so much and that taxi tip was valuable!
Norm didn't cover the different type of trains - Express, Limited Express - there is one more I can't remember. This trains do not stop at every station, so beware ^_^
Norm, this was super helpful! When I first visited Japan in 2015, my mom and I were overwhelmed and confused when buying a JR\train ticket. Lol but after watching your video, the next time I go, this will be easy lol
@@TokyoLens I love how you explain the process step by step. Could you do a series of these and maybe call it an idiots guide to Japan. Start with the getting a job; renting accommodation and so on. Others may have done these topics but not with the detail that you do. Really appreciate your hard work. I came from sharmenders channel last night and stayed up the whole night watching your videos. Awesome stuff =)
Can't wait to put these tips and HACKS to use! I made the mistake of taking the Ginza? line during rush hour to shibuya and that was terrible. I experienced the train packers and being pushed to and fro lol
I needed this video last month! Managed to get our Suica after some wandering around. Only managed to use the trains once last trip, but next one (in a week) will be used a lot more!
Thank you so much for doing this video. I'm coming to Tokyo later in the year and I was actually terrified about the transport. This video has made it so easy for me to understand
It’s probably been said but I love the Yamanote Line because you are above ground most of the time and you can take in the amazing sites in Tokyo. You should just do a full circuit around the city to try and take it all in
Loved this video, I think once you get your head around trains in Japan they're super easy! One big thing to remember is to exit at the correct exit! I have made the mistake of leaving through the wrong exit before and ended up super lost.
Nr 8 For first time visitors like myself this video is soo important and full of interesting details such as the wallet scan of the SUICA, which I wasnt aware that its possible and it will probably save me soo much time :)
During my times in Tokyo I mostly use the Metro unless I absolutely have to jump on JR like when going to Yokohama. It wasn't until my last two times in Tokyo that I finally started using the Tokyo Metro 72 Hour pass. I love it because it literally starts running for 72 Hours from the time you first use it, and I like being able to have several locations to go to renew it (more like buying another one) once the 72 hours are up. By the way, 6 times to Tokyo and I didn't know about the orange turnstiles. Now I know. lol My favorite rail in Tokyo would have to be The Yurikamome. Just feels so high tech to me and takes me to Tokyo Big Sight for Anime Japan as well as Diver City. :)
I was surprised that he did not mention the Tokyo Metro Pass, it's not only very cheap but can be a substitute for JR lines around city. Best place to buy them is at the airport. I've also saw them at some stores but airport is the safest way I think.
Yay for Tokyo Tuesday! I was so lost when I went on the trains in Tokyo, but luckily I had friends with me who just bought my tickets and stuff for me. When I go back to Japan with my husband next time I'll be alone and won't know a thing to do, so this video helps. Thanks!
I my last trip to Tokyo, I used 72hr metro passes and they were sooooo cost saving! I totally didn't know about the people working behind the machines omg, the head popping out was alarming
This was great! I always wondered how in some other Japan vlogs the individual knew what train/line was what. I never knew there was the JR (above ground) and then then Tokyo Metro which is underground, plus the Shinkansen (private lines!) Very informative. Oh and that travel hack!! Def keeping that one in mind!
By the way your video awesome !!!!!!! I’m Japanese and I born and raised in Tokyo but still you keep surprise me and amaze me a lot of cool things and things that I didn’t even know about!!!!!! I love your video more than anybody!!!!
I watched both of your videos and found it very informative*, well done both! :) * Especially that bit about the taxi charging on the way to you and the actual ride, wow, that could expensive. xD
Awesome video! I use the Suica card in Tokyo as well as the Tohoku area, very useful! Also, I like the HyperDia app for figuring out train options, especially long distances.
I thought you were totally kidding about the head in the wall, I nearly fell out of my seat! One observation, when you said that we can always ask for help, that does not always work for non-Japanese speakers! I have been to Tokyo twice (for flight layovers) and I have tried to ask for directions/help at the rail & subway stations, not a single person understood english, not even the staff. So I wandered around lost most of the time... wish I had known about the head in the wall... hehehe
Thanks so much for making this and so many other informative videos! I’m planning my first trip to Japan, specifically Tokyo, for late this year. This video is definitely going to help. :)
THANK YOU NORM AND SHERRY!!! Super helpful. I want to use the trains a bit because FL does not have many, and I will be taking a bullet train to Kyoto. Walking and biking... are my hopes for most of my wandering needs. Oh Sherry... Nice catch on the wadded up map. Norm... I was as surprised as Sherry with the person behind the little door... lol
My favorite way to move around Tokyo is definitely on bicycle. I was kind of scared at the beginning because of how big the city is but it's so much more bicycle friendlier than what I'm used to. Oh and the seishun 18 kippu is such a neat idea for traveling outside of Tokyo!!! It's not really the fastest way to move around but I had an amazing time traveling around Japan with it this summer.
LOVE Tokyo Tuesdays! Great tips for first timers Norm. I remember my first time in Japan looking up at the train map at Shinjuku station & thinking OMG!! So overwhelming, but by the end of my visit I was a pro at finding my way around Tokyo haha! I've travelled quite a bit but soon realised that once you get your head around it, Japan has by far, one of the most efficient transportation systems in the world! I also highly recommend purchasing a travel card when you arrive. Saves time buying tickets & you can also buy drinks/food from vending machines if you need to. Having said that, don't forget to buy 'eki bento' before going on the Shinkansen! ;)
I got on a train back out to the suburbs once when it was late. It stopped at a station (1 or two stops before mine) and one of the train people (don't know what they're called- conductors?) walked down the cars telling us to get off at the next stop. I was a little concerned at first, but another train came passed soon after (phew... :D) Great video norm! Sherry is adorable in her inaka ways haha :P
This is such a helpful video with our trip coming up. Thank you for sharing these tips, Norm. Also, the cab doors opening on their own is amazing to me! A close family member was a cab driver in Australia, but our cabs aren't as clever as that yet.
great guide! think you could have also included that you can return your suica/pasmo cards at the airport when you leave japan to get back any leftover money stored in the cards.
Coming from a place that has ok public transit but mostly car reliant (Calgary, Canada), I love using public transit and walking in places like Japan and Europe! I do commute and get around Calgary by bike a lot actually, so I am very curious to trying to explore Tokyo and other parts of the world by bike. @tokyolens how about a how to bike around Tokyo video?
I just took some time and looked for my Suica card ..... and I actually still have it! From 10 years ago!! I am soooo glad I did not throw it away because it is a super beautiful edition with art on it 😍 natsukashiiiii
My brother's in Japan right now and ahhh he's so lucky. I've kinda been experiencing it vicariously through the photos and videos he posts and I'm so jealous xD He's here for a month but I'm sure that is nowhere near enough to soak in everything like I wanna do.
My first trip to japan was 40 days and despite getting so much done it still wasn't enough! Went back for 10 days in January and that just reminded me how much I just wanted to stay there ;w;
Me and my brother arrived in Tokyo on Mar 22nd and we got lost as soon as we got off the skyliner haha. We just didn't really know where/what to go/look for. But once we finally got out of that station and walked to another one where we weren't going around in circles we kinda got the hang of it and after a day we got more comfortable although we still haven't tried shibuya station haha
Tokyo Lens that it is haha but we found the easiest way is just to look for the platform number once we did it goes so smooth. Also Google maps ftw! Oh also thanks for the ivideo suggestion it's a life saver!
Love Ueno station. Just because we go to Japan, i book always the same hotel near this station. And there is also the market wich is just outside..... It's my favorite spot!
That secret button press and the lady actually shows up -- that was hilarious. I thought you were kidding. Reminded me of an old gag on the Get Smart sitcom. Max runs into a guy sitting inside a cigeratte machine.
Awesome video! I had no idea about the app for the ticket! Take the same line everyday for work (Odakyu) and only line I can really take. Now I feel a little more confident! ありがとう！
Great vlog as normal. On 4 seperate occasions on my trip i had 4 salary men stop and ask if i needed help for directions. People are so friendly..bit like Sherri. Once you have used the train system a couple of times its ok...bit mind blowing for sure at first. 😁
Awesomeness! Wish I could watch your videos when they first hit ... but I’m in JAPAN! So I was out sakura hunting lol Only got lost once on my first trip ... favorite line is Yamanote ... have tried the buses and taxis - they are amazing. Every aspect of Japanese transportation is exceptional! Fantastic video ... thank you Sherry! Oh ... and Norm 😉
Hey, I love the show but you didn't mention the JR Rail Pass that you can use unlimited on the JR Railways and slower shinkansen for people just visiting... They are expensive and are good for 1, 2 or 3 week time limits, however, if you want to travel Japan and all over Tokyo they can be a good option.
Thoughts on the Tokyo Transportation system.... Leave ‘em Below!!!
Thoughts on Video: Turn the music down a bit, I can barely understand you.
I was wondering what application you used for the Suica payments, i knew that i could check history, but not that you could use it as actual payment. (Android phones)
Tokyo Lens this video is just what I needed! Thank you for explaining everything:)
I can hear Norm just fine too and I am using a pair of cheap earphones.
My first time in Tokyo, I was able to use the trains with no problems. I found the train map to be simple and self explainatory.
TIP: train lines are color coded. For example, if you see a gold colored train, thats the Ginza line. On the train map, just follow the gold line.
The only problem I encountered (not related to the trains themselves) was trying to find the East exit at Shinjuku station.
This video reminded me of planning my (pandemic cancelled) trip to Japan and doin so much research on how to get a Suica Card without messaging anything up. Finding out about the assistant in the “speaker” door was so cool.
This video reminds me of my one day in London, when I was on a school trip to UK (2013). Their underground system is so complicated, that even my teacher had problems to understand, where we were supposed to go 😂amazing video, I will make a good use of this, when I finally arive to Tokyo
getting around Tokyo on a bike is the way to go, exercise and getting to sight see!
I was pleasantly surprised with the ease of travel the first time I went to Tokyo. I'm from a small town and had never used public transit in my life, yet all I had to do was buy a Suica card and use Google Maps to find which platform to board from. It really is that simple.
That video was really helpful, and I am impressed by the good public transport, also side note I love that the "speaker" is a speaker :D
I was so surprised that someone opened the little hatch/door!! I thought it was just a speaker lol
Me too.
The first time I went to Tokyo I was freaking out about how hard it would be to navigate. After Day 1 that fear subsided. They really do try to make the system easy and having Pasmo/Suica really really helps. I will say that having travel apps or even just Google Maps is a life saver so definitely figure out your internet connection situation (personally, I favour mobile wifi).
Ironically, the few times I did get lost were on foot. I've been caught walking around in circles more than once because I was looking down following apps to a specific location. Don't forget to look up! Because of the high density in Tokyo not every store will be at ground level and their signage might not be either.
Coming from a country with virtually no accessible, safe public transport, Tokyo's is like a dream. Gives one a sense of "I can go anywhere and do anything"...and with your handy tips, it seems even more possible. Thanks Norm!
I definitely wanna try installing the suica app on my phone next time i travel to Japan. Sheeesh!
watching more and more of your videos make me look forward to the next time I get to travel to Japan! Must save up first!
Sherry was straight savage in the beginning. Like always, another boss video.
Tokyo Tuesday makes USA Monday so much better.
I had that same thought, lol!
I was in Tokyo for a day and a half layover on route back to the states. It was my first time there. Learned the train system within a matter of a couple hours. Videos such as this one and Google maps are invaluable tools! Got to see a lot of cool places without paying a lot of money!
An absolutely essential video. Thank you Norm.
This will help a lot when I come to tokyo. This is one of the reasons I have not came yet. Now that is out the way. One way to see the world one step at a time. Thanks
Thank you for the awesome guide and travel hacks👍 Can’t wait to go back to Tokyo and get around the city!
You are more than welcome! Thank you so much for coming out and helping with the video!!
Always an epic time with SherryBerry in Ehime!
Thanks dude! I am going to Japan tomorrow so I am binge watching lots of Japan guides videos XD
Been to Tokyo several times and have to say the subway has always been intimidating. Fortunately I have always had a Japanese friend with we to guide me around. However, the crowds are so massive if you take your eyes off of your travel buddy for just a moment it is very easy to lose them in the sea of humanity. I always make sure to pick up a hotel business card to carry with me just in case I do get separated and then I can just hand it to a taxi driver to make my way back to where I am staying. I am hoping this year to get up the nerve and take a day to just "go" and experience in the mystery of learning to travel in the city.
Love the taxi drivers! I had an amazing one in hiroshima and it was our first night there so we were dead tired so him being so friendly made our night :)
One of the best videos I have seen on the transportation system, and covered a couple of items never mentioned in most such videos - and a new one for me was that you could use your smartphone as a Suica card.
I have no interest in ever going to Japan or Korea but I cannot stop watching TH-cam videos on what life is like living there. It's so fascinating to see how completely different things are over there :) Loving your videos, keep up the great (and informative) work!
As someone who is planning a future trip to Japan for a few weeks, I am really glad to know about the Suica card. I was nervous about having to figure out train tickets. I also didn't know you could switch the machines over to English!
Thank for the info, I just arrived and even though I studied what to do and some basic words in Japanese I had a problem, once I got off the plane, my brain said goodbye you are on your own. Sumimasen has been the most useful and helpful word so far, and the people I have so far encountered has been incredibly helpful
"my brain said goodbye you are on your own"...
I am imagining your brain taking the flight back home without you >_
So funny, I stopped the video and tried to remember this ticket I used in 2012 to get from Tokyo to Kyoto in a cheap way and found it! Later you actually mentioned it in the video anyway haha. I definitely recommend checking out the Seishun 18 Kippu / 青春18きっぷ - it was a long ride from Tokyo to Kyoto but a nice view (and I was young and didn't mind the 10 hours 🤣) At one point I was the only 🥔on the train haha
Hello! I just wanted to say that one, you are really awesome for taking time time to do a video about all of the info you packed into making this and two thank you for your dedication to your vlog. I found your vlog just before the beginning of this year and like many others now follow you religiously. This video in particular helped me and friend(who is from the countryside in Inashiki) while I was visiting and we decided to visit Tokyo for a few days. Thanks to you and your detailed video we were able to figure our traveling about the many areas of Tokyo with ease. Thanks again for all you do for us your followers!
I love complex train systems, the chances of finding somewhere new go up when you get off at the wrong station, but you learn quicker for sure.
Loved this so much and that taxi tip was valuable!
Norm didn't cover the different type of trains - Express, Limited Express - there is one more I can't remember. This trains do not stop at every station, so beware ^_^
nice info, its very helpful. a video about how to go around japan (to other cities) will be very helpful too. thanks for sharing.
The magical head that pops out at the Suica station is like the Wizard Of Oz. 😛
lol I am 100% sure that Sherry felt the same way!
Norm, this was super helpful! When I first visited Japan in 2015, my mom and I were overwhelmed and confused when buying a JR\train ticket. Lol but after watching your video, the next time I go, this will be easy lol
Love the detail of your content. I haven't found any other vlogger go to such detail. Great stuff
Means the world to me, mate
Thank you~
@@TokyoLens I love how you explain the process step by step. Could you do a series of these and maybe call it an idiots guide to Japan. Start with the getting a job; renting accommodation and so on. Others may have done these topics but not with the detail that you do.
Really appreciate your hard work. I came from sharmenders channel last night and stayed up the whole night watching your videos. Awesome stuff =)
Can't wait to put these tips and HACKS to use! I made the mistake of taking the Ginza? line during rush hour to shibuya and that was terrible. I experienced the train packers and being pushed to and fro lol
I needed this video last month! Managed to get our Suica after some wandering around. Only managed to use the trains once last trip, but next one (in a week) will be used a lot more!
Thank you so much for doing this video. I'm coming to Tokyo later in the year and I was actually terrified about the transport. This video has made it so easy for me to understand
It’s probably been said but I love the Yamanote Line because you are above ground most of the time and you can take in the amazing sites in Tokyo. You should just do a full circuit around the city to try and take it all in
Loved this video, I think once you get your head around trains in Japan they're super easy! One big thing to remember is to exit at the correct exit! I have made the mistake of leaving through the wrong exit before and ended up super lost.
Great tips! Going to Tokyo for the first time in May, and your channel is full of great advice and interesting sights. Thanks for the info!
I’m flying out this afternoon for Tokyo - a super great video, thank you!
Nr 8
For first time visitors like myself this video is soo important and full of interesting details such as the wallet scan of the SUICA, which I wasnt aware that its possible and it will probably save me soo much time :)
Love the tips Norm. Very helpful and love how the taxi door opens and closes on its own
You're so informative. Studying in Japan this summer. Thanks so much!
Thank you~
I enjoy most of your videos, this one in particular, extremely clear and helpful. Nice stuff. Thanks.
During my times in Tokyo I mostly use the Metro unless I absolutely have to jump on JR like when going to Yokohama. It wasn't until my last two times in Tokyo that I finally started using the Tokyo Metro 72 Hour pass. I love it because it literally starts running for 72 Hours from the time you first use it, and I like being able to have several locations to go to renew it (more like buying another one) once the 72 hours are up.
By the way, 6 times to Tokyo and I didn't know about the orange turnstiles. Now I know. lol
My favorite rail in Tokyo would have to be The Yurikamome. Just feels so high tech to me and takes me to Tokyo Big Sight for Anime Japan as well as Diver City. :)
I was surprised that he did not mention the Tokyo Metro Pass, it's not only very cheap but can be a substitute for JR lines around city. Best place to buy them is at the airport. I've also saw them at some stores but airport is the safest way I think.
Spent a week in Tokyo, and incidentally watched this. Suprised I still learnt a fair bit! Thanks for the video buddy. Subscribed.
Great to have you here~
Thank you for the kind words
Yay for Tokyo Tuesday! I was so lost when I went on the trains in Tokyo, but luckily I had friends with me who just bought my tickets and stuff for me. When I go back to Japan with my husband next time I'll be alone and won't know a thing to do, so this video helps. Thanks!
I my last trip to Tokyo, I used 72hr metro passes and they were sooooo cost saving!
I totally didn't know about the people working behind the machines omg, the head popping out was alarming
i literally leave for japan tomorrow and i was lo-key panicking about the transport so THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS! just in time!
How did it go? I plan to go this may so any tips you wanna give that wasn't talked about in the video?
Erasmo117 pay attention to the type of train. There are express trains and romance cars that require a special ticket
Super helpful as always!! Those little hacks are priceless 👍 Thank you!! 😄
This was great! I always wondered how in some other Japan vlogs the individual knew what train/line was what. I never knew there was the JR (above ground) and then then Tokyo Metro which is underground, plus the Shinkansen (private lines!) Very informative. Oh and that travel hack!! Def keeping that one in mind!
Foreigners can get a 72 hour ticket, it is cheap you have to show your passport. Unlimited travel across all systems in Tokyo. Loved the trains.
Absolute gold! This will be helpful when I finally visit Japan. Thank you Norm!!
By the way your video awesome !!!!!!! I’m Japanese and I born and raised in Tokyo but still you keep surprise me and amaze me a lot of cool things and things that I didn’t even know about!!!!!! I love your video more than anybody!!!!
That's so kind of you, man~ Thank you (^-^)
I watched both of your videos and found it very informative*, well done both! :)
* Especially that bit about the taxi charging on the way to you and the actual ride, wow, that could expensive. xD
watched this when it was released and now watching again because i'm going to japan soon! thanks norm :D
Awesome video! I use the Suica card in Tokyo as well as the Tohoku area, very useful! Also, I like the HyperDia app for figuring out train options, especially long distances.
I thought you were totally kidding about the head in the wall, I nearly fell out of my seat!
One observation, when you said that we can always ask for help, that does not always work for non-Japanese speakers! I have been to Tokyo twice (for flight layovers) and I have tried to ask for directions/help at the rail & subway stations, not a single person understood english, not even the staff. So I wandered around lost most of the time... wish I had known about the head in the wall... hehehe
Thanks so much for making this and so many other informative videos! I’m planning my first trip to Japan, specifically Tokyo, for late this year. This video is definitely going to help. :)
you have no idea how much this video has helped me! you're awesome.
Saving this video for later and watching again right before my trip to Japan.
Don't forget that you need to keep the paper ticket so you can insert it into the exit gate. And it won't pop out either. Great video!
Love the Suica/PASMO phone hack! Definitely using that when I come back! Great video!
THANK YOU NORM AND SHERRY!!! Super helpful. I want to use the trains a bit because FL does not have many, and I will be taking a bullet train to Kyoto. Walking and biking... are my hopes for most of my wandering needs. Oh Sherry... Nice catch on the wadded up map. Norm... I was as surprised as Sherry with the person behind the little door... lol
My favorite way to move around Tokyo is definitely on bicycle. I was kind of scared at the beginning because of how big the city is but it's so much more bicycle friendlier than what I'm used to.
Oh and the seishun 18 kippu is such a neat idea for traveling outside of Tokyo!!! It's not really the fastest way to move around but I had an amazing time traveling around Japan with it this summer.
those smooth transitions!!!
LOVE Tokyo Tuesdays! Great tips for first timers Norm. I remember my first time in Japan looking up at the train map at Shinjuku station & thinking OMG!! So overwhelming, but by the end of my visit I was a pro at finding my way around Tokyo haha! I've travelled quite a bit but soon realised that once you get your head around it, Japan has by far, one of the most efficient transportation systems in the world! I also highly recommend purchasing a travel card when you arrive. Saves time buying tickets & you can also buy drinks/food from vending machines if you need to. Having said that, don't forget to buy 'eki bento' before going on the Shinkansen! ;)
Spent Oktober 2019 for 3 weeks in Tokyo and got a pasmo card for transportation purpose. Best tip ever. Thank you.
I got on a train back out to the suburbs once when it was late. It stopped at a station (1 or two stops before mine) and one of the train people (don't know what they're called- conductors?) walked down the cars telling us to get off at the next stop. I was a little concerned at first, but another train came passed soon after (phew... :D) Great video norm! Sherry is adorable in her inaka ways haha :P
Good job on the information Norm! Very helpful for those coming to Tokyo!
Thanks, man!
Very helpful.
I so look forward to my trip to Japan.
This is such a helpful video with our trip coming up. Thank you for sharing these tips, Norm. Also, the cab doors opening on their own is amazing to me! A close family member was a cab driver in Australia, but our cabs aren't as clever as that yet.
great guide! think you could have also included that you can return your suica/pasmo cards at the airport when you leave japan to get back any leftover money stored in the cards.
one of my bucket list items is to travel by bullet train!
Coming from a place that has ok public transit but mostly car reliant (Calgary, Canada), I love using public transit and walking in places like Japan and Europe!
I do commute and get around Calgary by bike a lot actually, so I am very curious to trying to explore Tokyo and other parts of the world by bike.
@tokyolens how about a how to bike around Tokyo video?
Nice to see the dream team again haha. Thanks for the video, I'll actually be coming to Tokyo in July for job training. Will definitely be helpful :)
And now i am in tokyo. Just in time!! I love this entertaining and helpful vlog. ..wait... sherry!!!!!!!!!
Great video and very useful information. Hope to be using this info in the future.
I just took some time and looked for my Suica card ..... and I actually still have it! From 10 years ago!! I am soooo glad I did not throw it away because it is a super beautiful edition with art on it 😍 natsukashiiiii
omg the fact that there is a customer service person behind there just absolutely blew my mind. Never would see something like that in the US
Thank you,this has helped me so much for my upcoming holiday!
My brother's in Japan right now and ahhh he's so lucky. I've kinda been experiencing it vicariously through the photos and videos he posts and I'm so jealous xD He's here for a month but I'm sure that is nowhere near enough to soak in everything like I wanna do.
Gah yea even a month can feel sooo short~
My first trip to japan was 40 days and despite getting so much done it still wasn't enough! Went back for 10 days in January and that just reminded me how much I just wanted to stay there ;w;
Maya-P / マヤP I feel like when I go there someday I'm not gonna wanna leave xD
Tenchy very likely LOL. I'm currently working on getting my stuff together to go study in Japan :3
I stayed near a station on the Yamanote Line, so I could return "home" easily after my daily adventures in and around Tokyo.
I love walking around cities, I would love exploring Tokyo on foot!!
Me and my brother arrived in Tokyo on Mar 22nd and we got lost as soon as we got off the skyliner haha. We just didn't really know where/what to go/look for.
But once we finally got out of that station and walked to another one where we weren't going around in circles we kinda got the hang of it and after a day we got more comfortable although we still haven't tried shibuya station haha
soooo easy to get lost!
Tokyo Lens that it is haha but we found the easiest way is just to look for the platform number once we did it goes so smooth. Also Google maps ftw!
Oh also thanks for the ivideo suggestion it's a life saver!
I'm going to Japan in May and I never knew you can add your Suica Card on your iPhone. This is so cool! Thank you so much! First time hearing it here!
Love Ueno station. Just because we go to Japan, i book always the same hotel near this station. And there is also the market wich is just outside..... It's my favorite spot!
Saved this in my bookmarks for my tokyo travel coming soon... hopefully
That secret button press and the lady actually shows up -- that was hilarious. I thought you were kidding. Reminded me of an old gag on the Get Smart sitcom. Max runs into a guy sitting inside a cigeratte machine.
Where was this video a year ago?! Definitely sharing this video right now.
Awesome video! I had no idea about the app for the ticket! Take the same line everyday for work (Odakyu) and only line I can really take. Now I feel a little more confident! ありがとう！
Yamanote line was my most used from my hotel in Ikebukuro. I even got a model train from a gachapon machine as a memento.
last time we didnt use the ic card so will make sure we do this time - for foreign visitors the rail passes are awesome
XD I love how in literally every other country...the taxis are normal and usually yellow...in japan the doors open on their own and the colors vary.
Great job! I'll have to save this one for when im in Japan!
if only i had this video when i first went to tokyo would've been fantastic, cheers lovely informative video.
Maybe you can tell about skateboarding in Tokyo?
Your videos are the best! Thank you!
So very helpful to have this video up just a few short weeks before I head to Japan 😭 Thank you so much Norm!!
I am shook. The person who pops their head out, the extra fee it takes to call a taxi, the many options of trains: just shook.
Great vlog as normal. On 4 seperate occasions on my trip i had 4 salary men stop and ask if i needed help for directions. People are so friendly..bit like Sherri. Once you have used the train system a couple of times its ok...bit mind blowing for sure at first. 😁
Awesomeness! Wish I could watch your videos when they first hit ... but I’m in JAPAN! So I was out sakura hunting lol
Only got lost once on my first trip ... favorite line is Yamanote ... have tried the buses and taxis - they are amazing. Every aspect of Japanese transportation is exceptional!
Fantastic video ... thank you Sherry!
Oh ... and Norm 😉
saved this video for future reference. hopefully one year from now!!
Hey, I love the show but you didn't mention the JR Rail Pass that you can use unlimited on the JR Railways and slower shinkansen for people just visiting... They are expensive and are good for 1, 2 or 3 week time limits, however, if you want to travel Japan and all over Tokyo they can be a good option.