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  • TOKYO SKYTREE®, operated by Tobu Tower Skytree, is holding its first collaboration event with the TV animation "Pokémon."

    Pokemon Horizons Decorations
    The three-month-long extravaganza called "Pokémon Horizons: The Series POKÉMON in TOKYO SKYTREE®" is running from June 25 (Tuesday) to September 24 (Tuesday), 2024
    Pokemon Horizons Decorations
    TOKYO SKYTREE®, operated by Tobu Tower Skytree, is holding its first collaboration event with the TV animation "Pokémon." The three-month-long extravaganza called "Pokém

  • Japan’s Tobu Railway Co., Ltd. Releases its 2024 Tourism Information Booklet: “Rail Travel in Japan with Tobu Railway”

    Tobu Railway announces the latest edition of its guide booklet “Rail Travel in Japan with Tobu Railway,” just released in January 2024! It is available in four languages, including Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.
    The booklet introduces the wonderful natural and historic sightseeing experiences that visitors will encounter along Tobu Railway’s routes, with informat

  • TOKYO SKYTREE®, the World's Tallest Freestanding Broadcast Tower, Makes Two Announcements:

    Sky Restaurant 634 (musashi) [1] Its "Sky Restaurant 634" Musashi Has Opened its Special Private "Grand Room" for Public Use, as of May 23, 2023[2] Its Sumida River Fireworks Festival Special Opening Night Event will be held on Saturday, July 27, 6:00-8:30PM at Skytree's Observation Deck, 350 Meters Above. Only 634 lucky advance registrants will be able to partake in this exclusive viewing of the

  • Nikko Takatoku Camping Station Opened May 1st in the Kinugawa area of Tochigi Prefecture

    This new campground, a joint venture between Tobu Railway and Cross Project Group, brings a "new camping style," to Takatoku-Nakaiwa River Park in Nikko City. Travel there by train and bring nothing with you! It's a "Rent it All" site.
    Kinugawa Rent It All Camping "Nikko Takatoku Camping Station"
    On May 1, 2024, Tobu Railway and Cross Project Group, Inc. – with expertise in operating outdoor

  • Announcing the Renewal and Reopening of TOKYO SKYTREE® SHOP and Extended Hours for TOKYO SKYTREE Observation Deck

    Skytree Medal Commemorative (Gift Shop item)
    TOKYO SKYTREE SHOP, Located on the 5th floor of TOKYO SKYTREE®, has Reopened on March 19, 2024 after an in-depth Renewal, and TOKYO SKYTREE Observation Deck is now Open for Extended Hours from Monday, April 1, 2024.
    Sora-chan Stuffed Doll (Gift Shop item)
    TOKYO SKYTREE® has completely renovated its 5th floor official store "SKYTREE SHOP." The g

  • Tobu Railway Makes Japan's First Demonstration Experiment Using Biofuel in a Steam Locomotive

    With the Aims to Preserve Japan's Railroad Cultural Heritage, Reach Toward Future Carbon Neutrality, and Promote More Sustainable Tourism, Tobu Railway is Experimenting with Replacing Part of its Coal Fuel Used by its SL Taiju Steam Locomotive with Bio-Coke Derived from Plant-based Materials. SL Taiju Passing Rice Fields
    Tobu Railway has begun a demonstration experiment to replace part of its

  • Great-value Combo Plans for SKYTREE & Japanese Cultural Experiences ー Tips on How to Make the Most of SKYTREE Enjoy Pack

    TOKYO SKYTREE, operated by TOBU TOWER SKYTREE, offers SKYTREE Enjoy Pack, a great-value combo package that helps you enjoy TOKYO SKYTREE TOWN and its surrounding areas all day long.
    TOKYO SKYTREE (spring)
    SKYTREE Enjoy Pack includes admission tickets to the TOKYO SKYTREE observation decks (Tembo Deck and Tembo Galleria) and tickets for various activities. This special package, offered by TOK

  • Trial of International Baggage Delivery Service for Foreign Tourists at Asakusa Tobu Hotel

    Asakusa Tobu Hotel
    Tobu Railway (headquartered in Sumida, Tokyo) and Tobu Hotel Management (headquartered in Sumida, Tokyo), in cooperation with OSS (headquartered in Osaka, Osaka) which provides comprehensive logistics management services, launched a trial international baggage delivery service for foreign tourists at Asakusa Tobu Hotel on Friday, December 1, 2023.
    Deluxe Triple Room (Asaku

  • Partial Adjustments to Tobu Railway Limited Express Train ”Spacia X” Special Seating Charges

    Tobu Railway Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Sumida-ku, Tokyo; Yutaka Tsuzuki, president) will introduce two new Spacia X train sets, operating a total of four train sets on six round trips daily so that even more customers can use the express train following timetable adjustments that are to take place on Saturday, March 16, 2024. Some of the special seating charges will also be adjusted. Tobu Railwa

  • Tobu Railway's Hosts "Tokyo Downtown Tour: Bamboo Lighting."

    This Series of Bamboo Lighting Events Taking Place now, from November 9, 2023 to January 31, 2024, along the Sumida River Walk and in the "Soyokaze Hiroba" (Breeze Plaza) area of Sumida Park in Downtown "Shitamachi" Tokyo.
    The Sumida Riverwalk is the pedestrian walkway that opened in summer 2020 along Tobu Railway's Sumida River railroad bridge. From November 9, 2023 to January 31, 2024 it wil

  • The "Courtyard by Marriott Tokyo Ginza Hotel" has Renewed its Contract with Tobu Hotel Management

    It will Continue as the "Courtyard by Marriott Tokyo Ginza Hotel" Under the "GINZA CONTRAST" concept. The restaurant and guest rooms will reopen on Wednesday, November 1 and Friday, December 1 respectively.Courtyard Marriott Tokyo Ginza Hotel Entrance Tobu Railway and Tobu Hotel Management have renewed their affiliation with the Courtyard by Marriott Tokyo Ginza Hotel under the "GINZA CONTRAST" co

  • The 150-Year-Old Nikko Kanaya Hotel Completed Renovations of its "Annex Royal House" on July 15, 2023

    Now, in Autumn, when Nikko, Japan Fires up Intensely Vibrant Foliage, is theTime to Stay at this Historic Property Immersed in Traditional Japanese Culture.
    Nikko Kanaya Annex Exterior Daytime
    The Nikko Kanaya Hotel, which began as Japan's first Western-style resort hotel, opened its doors in 1873. Now,150 years later, the hotel's Annex Royal House has undergone a shiny new renovation, just

  • Tobu Railway Launches Its Latest Model "Spacia X" Express Train with 40% Reduced CO2 Emissions Compared with the Previous Spacia Fleet

    Spacia X Offers Superior Design Features, a Modern Café Car Serving Local Bites and Brews, and You can Ride with the Nikko All Area Pass.
    Tobu Railway's latest model flagship limited express "Spacia X" trains began their inaugural run July 5, 2023. The six-car series N100 EMU "Electric Multiple Unit" trains operate on the Tobu Nikko Line from Asakusa station in Tokyo to Nikko and Kinugawa-onsen

  • Travel Back in Time to Ouchijuku, Aizu’s Traditional Post Town

    Most trips to Japan come with a must-see list: a Torii shrine gate, a Tokyo skyscraper, cherry blossoms in full bloom. Traditional streetscapes are up there too and one of the best-preserved examples can be found in Ouchijuku, a timeslip town just a couple of hours from Tokyo that’s making a name for itself as a leading tourism heritage destination.
    Ouchijuku, in the Aizu area, began to thrive

  • TOBU RAILWAY and TOKYO SKYTREE Jointly Create "DISCOVER YOUR EXCITEMENT" Video, Promoting Tokyo's Shitamachi "Downtown"

    Tobu Railway and TOKYO SKYTREE have jointly created the video "DISCOVER YOUR EXCITEMENT," introducing TOKYO SKYTREE and its Shitamachi "Downtown" environs to visitors from around the world. The main focus of the video is an impressive storyline that seamlessly connects a day spent by Baby Boomers to Gen Z, couples and singles, in the area extending from Sensoji Temple to TOKYO SKYTREE.
    The sto

  • Japan’s Tobu Railway Co., Ltd. Releases its 2023 Tourism Information Booklet: “Rail Travel in Japan with Tobu Railway”

    This 27-page handbook introduces the wonderful natural and historic sightseeing locations and experiences available along the Tobu Railway line with additional info and transportation and accommodations. It is available in four languages, including Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.
    Tobu Railway announces the latest edition of its guide booklet “Rail Travel in Japan

  • TOKYO SKYTREE TOWN Launches Disney100-Themed Events ー “Wishing Upon the TOKYO SKYTREE TOWN: Wishing Upon the Sky with 100 Years of Stories,” April 20-July 19

    Tokyo SKYTREE TOWN, operated by Tobu Tower SKYTREE and Tobu Town Solamachi will hold various events to commemorate Disney's 100th anniversary (Disney100), named "Wishing upon the TOKYO SKYTREE TOWN: Wishing Upon the SKY with 100 Years of Stories" from April 20, 2023 (Thursday) to July 19, 2023 (Wednesday).
    Disney 100 decoration at TOKYO SKYTREE TEMBO GALLERIA (450 m)
    TOKYO SKYTREE
    At TOKY

  • Nikko - a combination of the familiar and the exotic, perfect for lovers of food

    Nikko, with its combination of rich history and world-famous national parks, has long been a favourite destination for both domestic and international travellers alike.
    Located in Tochigi prefecture and only less than a two-hour train ride from Asakusa, Nikko makes for a must-see part of any itinerary to Japan.
    Nikko is home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Toshogu Shrin

  • TOKYO SKYTREE is growing, and this spring and summer is the time to check out everything going on around the Tokyo landmark.

    As the trees begin to blossom in Tokyo, Japan’s capital city prepares for spring and summer.
    Whilst the cherry blossom festivals are on everyone’s radar, there are plenty of other things to enjoy as things heat up in the city.
    Here are some unknown spots and new things to see in Tokyo.
    TOKYO SKYTREE is coming of age
    In 2022, TOKYO SKYTREE celebrated its 10th-year anniversary and after

  • Tobu Railway Begins Selling Mobile Version of NIKKO PASS Via Klook

    Now visitors simply show the QR code on their smartphone screen to station staff. There is no need to present a paper ticket at designated locations, as was previously required.
    On January 3, Tobu Railway began selling a mobile version of the NIKKO PASS (https://www.tobu.co.jp/en/ticket/nikko/all.html) to foreign tourists via Klook, an online travel agency. With this service, visitors simply sh

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