Originally Posted by
Pickles
Dunno. Paying 130-190 yen to use the Tokyo train or subway system and travel relatively long distances reliably, safely, and efficiently is an absolute bargain compared to the equivalents in other "developed" world cities.
4 quid to ride the lousy Tube, when and if it is running? No thanks.
Don't forget, if you've got a subway-heavy travel day, you can purchase the Tokyo Metro day pass at the machines for Y710. Or if you're a OCD planner (like me
), you can pick up the Y900 2-day Tokyo Metro pass at the bus counter right in front as you enter the NRT arrival hall.
The deals are out there; you just have to look for them. And for what you pay for (clean, VERY punctual and reliable, safe transport) Japanese transport is worth the price.