Tobu Railway is a private railway company in Japan that operates a network of lines in the Kanto region, including the Greater Tokyo area. The company was founded in 1882 and is headquartered in Tokyo. Tobu Railway is one of the major railway operators in the Kanto region, along with JR East, Tokyo Metro, and Toei Subway.
Tobu Railway operates a number of lines, including the Tobu Tojo Line, which runs from Ikebukuro in central Tokyo to Hachioji in the western suburbs, and the Tobu Skytree Line, which connects Asakusa in central Tokyo with Kuki in Saitama Prefecture. The company also operates the Tobu Nikko Line, which runs from Asakusa to Nikko, a popular tourist destination known for its beautiful temples and shrines.
To use Tobu Railways, you will need to purchase a ticket or a prepaid transportation card, such as a Pasmo or Suica card. These cards can be used on all Tobu lines as well as on other trains, buses, and subways in the Kanto region. Tickets can be purchased at ticket machines or ticket counters at Tobu stations.
Tobu Railway also offers a number of passes and discount tickets for tourists, including the Tobu Tourist Pass, which allows unlimited travel on all Tobu lines for a set period of time. The pass is available in 1-day, 2-day, and 3-day versions, and is a convenient and cost-effective way to explore the Kanto region by train.
