NRT

Once we arrived at Narita, it took us over an hour to clear customs. There was a huge line but if you have kids in tow, there was a separate and much shorter line. Once through, we found the Tourist Information Center and found out that since we were staying in Nihombashi, there was a Narita Sky Access subway train that took an hour and cost Y 1320, just a little over $13. This wasn't mentioned in any guides and sure beat the Y 2940 Narita Express. Of course, if you have a JR rail pass, the Narita Express is free. Bottom line, check with the TIC when you arrive. They'll guide you on the least expensive and quickest way into Tokyo.

Right next to the TIC were several ATMs, including a Citibank. We withdrew money, took the escalator to the lower level and purchased tickets for the Sky Access. We had just 2 minutes to get on the train but managed to get on without any problems. The train left exactly on time.



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