Tokyo’s iconic Ginza Line can trace its inspiration right back to the London Underground.
To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the subway with Tokyo Metro, I unveiled a TfL roundel at Ueno station - a gift celebrating our shared transport history 🇬🇧🇯🇵
In 1927, Asia’s first subway line opened in Tokyo taking inspiration from the London Underground. Almost 100 years on, @MayorofLondon unveils a @TfL Roundel sign at Ueno Station to mark the long-standing connection between London and Tokyo’s transport networks.