OPT FOR GREENER TRANSPORTATION

Tokyo has one of the most extensive public transport systems in the world. Punctual to a fault, the city’s trains, trams and buses run like clockwork. They are also growing increasingly sustainable. All Toei subway trains, for example, have generators that store energy when braking. The generated electricity is used to power other trains, escalators and station lighting. Even used train tickets are collected and recycled, to be converted into toilet paper in the station restrooms.

Tokyo is also a great city to explore on foot and by bicycle. Zip around using one of the many bicycle share services — most have docking stations near major stations and other convenient locations.