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Subways are always a great first experience most especially when you are in a different country and it’s an adventure. However, eventually, you will settle down and want convenience and efficiency over thrills and views.

Japan’s subway system is one of the best in the world. It’s clean, on time, and in the right locations. You can safely make appointments based on the subway train times and be sure of getting to your destination on schedule. Here are some tips for riding the subway in Japan: 

1. Bring a small notepad and pencil for your first few trips. Take notes on how many stops before you have to get out and how the signage looks like. This is because you will see more Japanese signs than English signs.
2. The fare chart in the station will give you the exact amount needed to get to your destination. If you’ve used the subway before in your home country, then you’ll feel right at home except for the Japanese characters and Yen
3. You don’t have to give the exact amount and if you make a mistake, don’t worry. There is a neat refund slot where you can make the changes
4. Your ticket will allow you entry through the Automatic Ticket Gate. This is the green gate. Get your ticket section as it comes out of the machine
5. Look at your track number and proceed to that area

Also, you are not allowed to eat or drink inside the trains. There is Wi-Fi everywhere in Japan including the subway trains but keep your volume down and don’t bother anyone with loud music or chatter. There are areas specifically for women, pregnant women, and the elderly. Unless you fall into one of these categories, don’t take the seats. The Japanese are usually not confrontational and will generally not approach you to tell you to get off the seats for these people, but they will frown and talk behind your back. As a sign of courtesy as a guest in their country, it is better to follow their rules than be an example of the country you represent.