Tokyo's Subway Just Got Bigger
The largest rapid transit system in the known universe has been extended by one line. The Fukutoshin Line is the first new addition to Tokyo's subway system in 8 years. It runs from Shibuya to Wako, Saitama. The line is meant to relieve congestion on other lines passing through Shinjuku Station. This should be a welcome change. If you have ever ridden a train in to Shinjuku Station during rush hour you'd know it is hella crowded.
Misc:
To celebrate the Fukutoshin Line's opening Shinjuku's Isetan Department store sold train shaped eclairs.
Not to be outdone Takashimaya Department store made a Subway map out of gummy candy, chocolate and diamonds. It is currently on display in a glass case in their Shinjuku store.
Trains in Tokyo are notorious for
chikan, Japan's homegrown breed of zealous perverts. They take advantage of the crowded commute to rub their genitals against or grope unsuspecting women. Many train lines have female only carriages during rush hour to spare women from the nastiness of these sick men who otherwise can't get any.
Additional info:
Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line - Wikipedia