Cute Posters Remind Tokyo Metro Riders to Be Nice

Common sense public transit manners include abstaining from phone conversation, giving seat priority to pregnant women, and not smoking on station platforms. But not all riders follow such simple practices.

The Tokyo Metro started reminding riders of common sense manners in 1974 when it introduced 12 unique posters promoting the passenger awareness. It has since unveiled a new poster each month featuring a different situation likely to happen on crowded commuter trains.

The transportation company introduces a new theme for the year starting in April. This year’s theme is coming to an end and we compiled the 10 released posters (April to January) above.

The posters are colorful graphics that remind riders to turn off their cell phone, be aware of large backpacks and luggage, keeping music low, and not eating on the trains.