We demonstrate rutile TiO2 branched nanostructure (TiO2-BN) electrodes synthesized by seeding method for enhanced lithium intercalation properties. The morphology and crystalline nature of the TiO2-BN were clearly observed by field-emission transmission electron microscopy and fast Fourier transform pattern. The TiO2-BN electrodes showed excellent capacity and high rate performance. The improved lithium-ion intercalation properties of the TiO2- BN may be attributed to relatively large specific surface area and short transport distance of the branched nanostructure.