The is an electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated on the Tokyo Metro Hanzōmon Line in Tokyo, Japan since 2003. Introduced into service on 1 July 2003, a total of six ten-car trainsets were manufactured by Nippon Sharyo between 2002 and 2003 to augment the 8000 series trains following the extension to Oshiage. Description The Tokyo Metro 08 series was introduced into service in 2003 to increase capacity on the Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, which was extended from to in March 2003. The train type is used on inter-running services via the Hanzomon Line to the Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line and the Tobu Isesaki and Nikko Lines. Formations , the fleet consists of six ten-car sets, numbered 51 to 56, formed as shown below, with five motored (M) cars and five trailer (T) cars. Car 1 is at the Oshiage end. Cars 2 and 8 each have two single-arm pantographs, and car 5 is fitted with one. Wheelchair spaces are provided in cars 3 and 9. Car 2 is designated as a moderately air-conditioned car. Interior Passenger accommodation consists of longitudinal bucket-style seating throughout. Gallery References External links Tokyo Metro Hanzōmon Line 08 series information Manufacturer's technical info Electric multiple units of Japan 08 series Train-related introductions in 2003 1500 V DC multiple units of Japan Nippon Sharyo multiple units