Ride 4 lines with purpose
Metro Diagram Logic
¥5,5002 hoursMax 6 people
Learn to read the diagram as topology, not geography. Why the map lies (and why it works). Includes PASMO/Suica pro-tips.
What you'll learn
- 01How the Tokyo Metro diagram uses topological distortion to prioritize connection clarity over geographic accuracy
- 02Why some stations appear far apart on the map but are 2-minute walks, and vice versa
- 03How to use PASMO/Suica cards efficiently: transfer gates, express vs. local, platform numbering logic
Schedule
0:00Meet at Ginza Line platform, Shibuya. Compare diagram to reality.
0:25Ride to Omotesando. Discuss why the transfer to Chiyoda Line is shown as one node.
0:50Transfer to Hanzomon Line at Nagatacho. Decode the 3-line junction logic.
1:15Ride to Otemachi. Discuss Toei vs. Tokyo Metro boundary quirks.
1:40Final ride to Tokyo Station. PASMO/Suica advanced tips and wrap-up.
Your Guide
Hana Mori leads this walk. She commutes 90 minutes daily across 3 lines and has mapped every transfer shortcut in Tokyo.
What's included
- ✓Printed map handout with topology overlay
- ✓Compass
- ✓Traditional address decoder card
- ✓Post-walk PDF guide
- ✓Tea stop
Not included
- −Metro fare for the walk (approx ¥400-600)
- −PASMO/Suica card if you don't have one
DUR2 hoursMAX6 peopleRTRide 4 lines with purpose
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