🌸 Basic Information
Line Name: Keisei Chiba Line
Operator: Keisei Electric Railway Co., Ltd.
Route Length: Approx. 12.9 km
Number of Stations: 10 (Keisei-Tsudanuma to Chiba-Chuo)
Opening Year: 1921 (initial section)
Connecting Lines: Keisei Main Line / Shin-Keisei Line / Chiba Urban Monorail / JR Lines (at Chiba Station)
Main Use: Commuting and school access within Chiba City / Direct connection to Tsudanuma and central Chiba
📜 History & Background
1921: Opened between Keisei-Tsudanuma and Chiba, growing alongside residential development.
1988: Added Chiba-Chuo Station as a new interchange with the Keisei Chihara Line.
Relocation of Keisei-Chiba Station improved connection with JR Chiba and the Monorail, greatly enhancing convenience.
Today, it serves as an essential daily commuter and student line for local residents.
🚆 Line Characteristics
Section: Keisei-Tsudanuma → Keisei-Chiba / Passes mainly through calm residential areas.
Section: Keisei-Chiba → Chiba-Chuo / Access to commercial districts and through-service with the Chihara Line.
Service Type: Local trains only (some direct services with the Chihara Line).
Track Type: Ground level / short distances between stations make it easy to use.
🌟 Highlights & Advantages
✅ 1. Ideal for Commuting and School Access in Chiba
Easy access to Chiba University, Keiai University, and Chiba University of Commerce.
Popular among students and young residents as a community-focused local line.
✅ 2. Excellent Transfer Options with JR and Monorail
Keisei-Chiba Station connects directly to JR Chiba Station and Chiba Urban Monorail by foot — highly convenient.
✅ 3. Smooth Connection to Tsudanuma
At Keisei-Tsudanuma, you can easily transfer to the Keisei Main Line or Shin-Keisei Line,
offering direct access to both Tokyo and Narita directions.
✅ 4. Affordable & Comfortable Residential Areas
Neighborhoods like Kemigawa, Inage, and Midoridai offer a good balance between cost, comfort, and accessibility.
⚠️ Points to Note (Disadvantages)
❌ 1. No Express or Limited Express Trains
All-stations local service only / Takes about 20–25 minutes between Tsudanuma and Chiba.
❌ 2. Slightly Lower Recognition Compared to JR
Since it runs parallel to the JR Sobu Line, some commuters choose JR instead.
❌ 3. Limited Through-Service with the Chihara Line
Some sections require transfers depending on the time of day — check direct service schedules.
🧺 Livability Ratings
Category：Rating/Comment
Transportation：★★★★☆ / Direct access to Tsudanuma & Chiba / Easy connection to Tokyo and Narita
Shopping：★★★★☆ / Chiba Station area full of shops, restaurants & department stores
Education：★★★★☆ / Plenty of schools, nurseries, and cram schools – family-friendly
Nature・Parks：★★★☆☆ / Access to Inage Seaside Park & Kemigawahama beach
Safety：★★★☆☆ / Generally quiet residential areas / varies slightly by district
🏠 Real Estate Information
💴 Average Rent (as of 2025)
Station：1R・1K / Family (2LDK〜) / Comment
Keisei-Tsudanuma：¥65,000–¥80,000 / ¥100,000–¥130,000 / Major hub / convenient transfers
Kemigawa：¥60,000–¥75,000 / ¥90,000–¥115,000 / Calm residential area
Midoridai：¥55,000–¥70,000 / ¥80,000–¥110,000 / Affordable / popular among students
Keisei-Chiba：¥75,000–¥90,000 / ¥110,000–¥140,000 / Close to JR Chiba / excellent city access
Chiba-Chuo：¥65,000–¥85,000 / ¥100,000–¥130,000 / Linked with Chihara Line / convenient commercial area
🏘 Housing Trends
・Midoridai & Kemigawa: Many single-person apartments / affordable rent / popular among students & young workers.
・Keisei-Chiba–Chiba-Chuo: Increasing number of condos and tower apartments / great for dual-income families.
・Overall: Mostly residential / supermarkets and nurseries scattered throughout / walk-and-train lifestyle possible.
🎯 Recommended For
✅ Students & workers commuting to universities or offices in Chiba City
✅ Those wanting to keep rent low but maintain good access to Tokyo or Narita
✅ People who enjoy calm neighborhoods & coastal living
✅ Singles or families living without a car, relying mainly on walking & trains
📌 Summary
The Keisei Chiba Line connects central Chiba with the Keisei Main Line as a true “daily life urban railway.”
It offers convenience for commuting, shopping, and city errands — all within a compact radius.
Although it lacks express service, its affordable rent and excellent local access make it one of the most practical living areas near Tokyo.