🌸 Basic Info・Overview
Line Name: Seibu Yamaguchi Line (Nickname: Leo Liner)
Operator: Seibu Railway Co., Ltd.
Section: Seibuyuenchi Station〜Seibukyujo-mae Station / 2.8km
Stations: 3 (Seibuyuenchi・Yuenchi-Nishi・Seibukyujo-mae)
Type: Automated Guideway Transit (AGT System)
Opening Year: 1985 (Reopened from the former Yamaguchi Monorail / opened in 1950)
Train: Compact semi-automated vehicles known as the “Leo Liner”
📜 History & Background
1950 / Originally opened as Japan’s first straddle-type monorail for sightseeing use.
1984 / The old line was closed due to aging and capacity limits.
1985 / Reopened as Japan’s first full-scale Automated Guideway Transit (AGT) system.
Today, it connects Seibuen Amusement Park and Belluna Dome (Seibu Dome) — mainly serving leisure and event visitors.
🚉 Station Highlights
・Seibuyuenchi Station: Connection with the Seibu Tamako Line / nearest to Seibuen Amusement Park / redevelopment area gaining attention.
・Yuenchi-Nishi Station: Surrounded by greenery / ideal midpoint for access to nearby leisure spots.
・Seibukyujo-mae Station: Connection to Seibu Sayama Line & Ikebukuro Line / directly linked to the Belluna Dome (home of the Seibu Lions).
🌟 Merits（Advantages）
✅ 1. Excellent Access to Leisure Spots 🎡
Perfect for visiting Seibuen Amusement Park・Sayama Lake・Seibu Baseball Stadium.
Extra trains operate during events and holidays for added convenience.
✅ 2. Nature-Filled Route Near the City 🍃
Runs through lush green hills / scenic views from the window / great base for walking or cycling.
✅ 3. Popular with Rail Fans & Kids 🚈
Compact, futuristic vehicles / semi-automated operation fascinates both children and train enthusiasts.
Ideal for families who love both leisure and transport adventures.
⚠️ Demerits（Disadvantages）
❌ 1. Limited Service Frequency
Roughly one train every 20 minutes (a bit more during peak hours).
Not suitable for daily commuters due to its tourism-oriented schedule.
❌ 2. Inconvenient for Daily Living
Few residential or commercial areas along the line / limited everyday usability.
No major supermarkets or drugstores near the stations.
❌ 3. Limited Real Estate Demand
Short route and small population base / minimal impact on property value.
Primarily a leisure area rather than a daily living zone.
🧺 Living Convenience（Ease of Living）
Transportation: ★★☆☆☆ / Connected to other lines but infrequent service
Shopping: ★☆☆☆☆ / No major malls / daily shopping depends on nearby areas
Nature & Environment: ★★★★★ / Surrounded by Tama Lake・Sayama Park・green scenery
Education & Childcare: ★★★☆☆ / Schools scattered / local government support varies
Safety: ★★★★★ / Extremely quiet area with very few incidents
🏠 Real Estate Viewpoint
💴 Rent Market（2025 Estimate）
Seibuyuenchi: 1R〜1K ¥45,000〜¥55,000 / 2LDK〜 ¥80,000〜¥100,000 / Residential area nearby・affordable rent
Seibukyujo-mae: 1R〜1K ¥50,000〜¥60,000 / 2LDK〜 ¥90,000〜¥110,000 / Few homes but very calm surroundings
🏘 Housing Trends
Mainly detached houses & low-rise apartments / ideal for quiet, nature-oriented living.
Redevelopment around Seibuen Amusement Park is gradually raising property values.
Around the Dome, it's peaceful outside of event days, allowing for relaxed daily life.
🎯 Recommended For
✅ People who value the natural environment of Seibuen・Sayama Park area
✅ Those who want to live quietly surrounded by greenery
✅ Families with children who love trains & outdoor activities
✅ Those seeking a second home or weekend retreat
📌 Summary
The Seibu Yamaguchi Line (Leo Liner) may be short — only 2.8km・3 stations — but it’s a unique leisure-oriented route.
It offers excellent access to Tama Lake・Sayama Lake・Belluna Dome・Seibuen Amusement Park,
making it more of a “local line for enjoying the extraordinary” than a daily commuter train.
With peaceful scenery and quiet surroundings, it’s also ideal for second-home living or slow weekends near nature. 🌿