The easiest way to reach Monzen-Nakacho without using the subway.
Most visitors take the subway from Tokyo Station to Monzen-Nakacho.
However, there is an easier option that many tourists may not know about.
A direct Toei Bus connects Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Exit with Monzen-Nakacho without any transfers or long walks through underground stations.
Quick Route Information
- Departure: Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Exit
- Bus stop: No. 4
- Bus operator: Toei Bus
- Route: To 22
- Destination displayed on the bus:錦糸町駅前 (Kinshicho Sta.)
- Get off at:Monzen-Nakacho or Fudoson
- Adult fare: ¥210
- Child fare: ¥110 in cash or ¥105 with an IC card
- Payment: Suica, PASMO, or cash
- Estimated journey time: Approximately 15 to 20 minutes, depending on traffic
- Transfers: None
Why Take the Bus?
| Choose the bus if you… | Choose the train if you… |
|---|---|
| Want to travel without changing trains | Want the fastest route |
| Prefer to avoid long walks inside stations | Are traveling during heavy traffic |
| Are traveling with children or an older family member | Are comfortable navigating Tokyo’s train and subway system |
| Have luggage | Do not mind walking inside large stations |
| Want to see Tokyo from street level | Prefer a more predictable journey time |
| Are not in a hurry |
Step 1 Find Tokyo Marunouchi North Exit
The bus stop is about a 1-minute walk from the Marunouchi North Exit, located inside the roundabout.
Before heading to the bus stop, check our Tokyo Station Exit Guide to quickly find Marunouchi North Exit.
Step 2 Board Toei Bus 東22
Recommended Stop: Monzen-Nakacho or Fudoson
Monzen-Nakacho is the 10th stop from Tokyo Station and is convenient for the subway station, Tatsumi Shindo and exploring the surrounding neighborhood.
If you plan to visit Fukagawa Fudo-do Temple and Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine, we recommend staying on the bus for one more stop and getting off at Fudoson-mae. This bus stop is conveniently located between the two sites.
How to Board the Bus
① Pay when you board
Enter through the front door.
If you’re using a Suica, PASMO, or another transportation IC card, simply tap your card on the reader.
If you’re paying with cash, pay the correct fare when boarding.
Only ¥1,000 notes can be used in the fare machine. Larger banknotes such as ¥5,000 and ¥10,000 notes are not accepted.
Don’t have a Suica card yet?
Read our Welcome Suica Guide to learn where to buy one and how to use it on trains and buses in Tokyo.
If you are planning to use trains and buses during your stay in Tokyo, having a Suica or PASMO card can make your journey much easier.
② Move toward the back of the bus
After boarding, please don’t remain near the entrance.
Move toward the back whenever possible so other passengers can board easily and the aisle stays clear.
③ Check the priority seats
If you’re looking for a seat, be aware that some seats near the front are reserved for elderly passengers, people with disabilities, pregnant women, and passengers with small children.
If the bus becomes crowded, please leave these seats available.
④ Hold on to the handrails
Japanese buses may begin moving before everyone is seated.
If you’re standing, always hold a handrail or strap to keep your balance.
⑤ Press the stop button
When your stop is approaching, press one of the red stop buttons located throughout the bus. The driver will then stop at the next bus stop.
The bus stop immediately before “Tsukiji 3-chome Station” is “Tsukiji.” Once the bus departs from “Tsukiji” and the announcement for “Tsukiji 3-chome Station” begins, please press the stop button.
If the stop button is already illuminated, another passenger has already pressed it, so you do not need to press it again.
On Toei Bus Route To 05-1, board through the front door and pay your fare when you get on. When the bus arrives at Tsukiji-Rokuchome station, exit through the rear door.
⑥ Enjoy the ride
One of the best things about taking the bus is that you can enjoy Tokyo’s streets and neighborhoods along the way.
Unlike the subway, the journey itself becomes part of your sightseeing experience.
Stop at Nihombashi Along the Way
Nihombashi is also located along this bus route. Although it is possible to walk there from Tokyo Station, you can get off at the Nihombashi bus stop and visit the area before continuing to Monzen-Nakacho.
This makes Nihombashi an easy first stop for travelers who want to explore more of Tokyo during the same journey. After visiting Nihombashi, you can take the same Toei Bus Higashi 22 route toward Monzen-Nakacho.
Explore Nihombashi before continuing to Monzen-Nakacho
Discover the historic bridge, traditional shops and the area where Japan’s major roads begin.
Step 3 Get Off at Monzen-Nakacho or Fudoson Station
What Can You Do in Monzen-Nakacho?
Monzen-Nakacho is a traditional neighborhood where you can experience a quieter and more local side of Tokyo. The area is best known for Fukagawa Fudo-do and Tomioka Hachimangu, but you can also explore shopping streets, small restaurants, traditional sweet shops and atmospheric backstreets.
Both Monzen-Nakacho and Fudoson-mae bus stops provide convenient access to the neighborhood. If you get off at Fudoson-mae, you will arrive close to the two main religious sites.
For more information on what to see, eat and experience in the area, read our complete Monzen-Nakacho guide below.
Explore Monzen-Nakacho: Temples, Shrines, Local Food and Traditional Tokyo Streets
Returning to Tokyo Station by Bus
The bus stop for the return journey is located on the opposite side of the road from the stop where you arrived.
To return to Tokyo Station, take Toei Bus Higashi 22 bound for Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Exit. Check the destination displayed on the bus before boarding, as another bus route also departs from Fudoson-mae.
An entrance to Monzen-Nakacho Station on the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line is also nearby. If your next destination is easier to reach by subway, you can use the Tozai Line instead of returning to Tokyo Station by bus.
If you enjoy walking, the Fukagawa Edo Museum and Kiyosumi Gardens are also about a 20-minute walk from the Monzen-Nakacho area. The museum recreates the streets and daily life of Edo-period Tokyo, while the nearby garden offers a peaceful place to relax.
More Tokyo Bus Guides
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