The Tokyo Pass, also referred to as the Tokyo Metro Pass or Tokyo Subway Ticket, offers prepaid access for unlimited travel on Tokyo's subways, buses, and select trains within a specified area, typically spanning 24, 48, or 72 hours. It's ideal for visitors staying within Tokyo and relying on local transportation. Not applicable for JR trains, it excludes long-distance intercity travel.
In contrast, the Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass) is a nationwide rail pass enabling unrestricted travel on most Japan Railways (JR) operated trains across the country, including Shinkansen (bullet trains), express, and local trains. Available for 7, 14, or 21 consecutive days, it facilitates travel between major cities like Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, and Fukuoka. While valid on JR trains, buses, and ferries, it doesn't extend to other private railway networks.
We got the 72 hr pass and it saved us much travelling costs. Easy redemption at any Tokyo subway.
Very easy to get tickets at major stations
Easy use, easy reedem
Easy to redeem and use.
The card is useful IF you intend to use the trains a lot and you understand the train system. Otherwise a cash card may be better.
Good. Easy to pickup.