Mini Tokyo 3D shows Tokyo's railway and subway trains moving through a 3D city in real time, based on open data from Japan's Public Transportation Open Data Center. Flights arriving at Haneda and Narita appear too.
It is an open-source project by Akihiko Kusanagi and one of the most beautiful transit visualisations on the web.
What you can do
Live trains and subways in 3D
Underground view of subway lines
Flights approaching Tokyo airports
Delay information
The details
Coverage
Tokyo
Updates
Live / real time
Data source
Public Transportation Open Data Center (ODPT)
Made by
Akihiko Kusanagi (independent creator)
Price
Free
Account
No account needed
On phones
Works well on phones
Map view
3D
Tips for using Mini Tokyo 3D
Switch to the underground view to see subway tunnels beneath the streets.
Try it during the morning rush hour in Japan for the full effect.
Who it is for
Mini Tokyo 3D is especially useful for travelers, map lovers and urban planners.
No. You can open the map and use it without signing up.
How often is Mini Tokyo 3D updated?
Mini Tokyo 3D shows data in real time or close to it, so what you see is happening now (most live maps have a delay of a few seconds to a few minutes).
Where does Mini Tokyo 3D get its data?
Public Transportation Open Data Center (ODPT).
Can I use Mini Tokyo 3D on my phone?
Yes. The website works well in a phone browser.
What are some alternatives to Mini Tokyo 3D?
Similar maps include Flightradar24, MarineTraffic, ADS-B Exchange and FlightAware. See the full list of Mini Tokyo 3D alternatives on ColorfulMaps.
Summary based on public information about Mini Tokyo 3D. Features and prices change; the map's own website has the latest details.