Station & Area Guide Information
🚃 Tokyu Tōyoko Line Guide – The Ultimate Urban Lifestyle Route Connecting Shibuya and Yokohama
🌸 Basic Information Line Name: Tokyu Tōyoko Line Operator: Tokyu Corporation Line Length: Approx. 24.2 km Number of Stations: 21 Terminals: Shibuya ↔ Yokohama Opened: 1926 (fully opened in 1932) Connecting Lines: Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line / Tobu Tojo Line / Seibu Ikebukuro Line / Minatomirai Line, etc. 📜 History & Background 1926: Opened between Shibuya and Maruko-Tamagawa, later extended to Yokohama. Pre-war to Post-war: Developed as a key commuter line linking Tokyo and Yokohama. 2004: Hibiya Line through service discontinued → preparation for Fukutoshin Line connection. 2013: Fukutoshin Line direct operation began / Shibuya Station moved underground / seamless access to Seibu & Tobu lines. Yokohama side: Directly connected to the Minatomirai Line (opened in 2004), improving tourism and business access. 🚆 Line Features ・Directly connects Shibuya and Yokohama — linking Tokyo’s urban core, subcenters, and the port city. ・Through service with multiple lines (Fukutoshin, Tojo, Seibu, Minatomirai) expands access beyond Tokyo. ・Each station offers a distinct lifestyle character — from trendy to traditional, urban to family-friendly. 🌟 Advantages (Merits) ✅ 1. Excellent Direct Access between Shibuya and Yokohama Travel seamlessly across major hubs like Shinjuku-sanchome, Ikebukuro, and Yokohama without transfers. ✅ 2. Lined with Tokyo’s Most Popular Neighborhoods…
🚃 Keisei Chiba Line Guide – A Convenient Urban Line Supporting Daily Life in Chiba City
🌸 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…
🚃 Keisei Kanamachi Line Guide: Short, Local, and Full of Downtown Charm
🌸 Basic Information Line Name: Keisei Kanamachi Line Operator: Keisei Electric Railway Co., Ltd. Line Length: Approx. 2.5 km Stations: 3 (Keisei-Takasago / Shibamata / Keisei-Kanamachi) Opened: 1912 (Shibamata–Kanamachi section) / Electrified and extended to Takasago in 1913 Main Use: Local commuting / Tourism (Shibamata) / School access Feature: A short local line filled with old-town warmth and community spirit 📜 History & Background 1912: The Shibamata–Kanamachi section opened as the “Taishaku Jinsha Railway.” 1913: Purchased and electrified by Keisei Electric Railway / Current route between Takasago and Kanamachi established. The line became popular as the Taishakuten pilgrimage route and for Shibamata sightseeing. Even today, it’s an essential everyday line for residents, students, and visitors alike. 🚆 Line Features Section: Keisei-Takasago – Shibamata / Passes through quiet residential neighborhoods. Section: Shibamata – Keisei-Kanamachi / Home to the famous Taishakuten Temple and Tora-san Memorial Museum. Operation: Entirely above ground / 2-car one-man trains / Takes about 4 minutes end-to-end / One-way fare around ¥150. 🌟 Advantages ✅ 1. The perfect line for Shibamata sightseeing Loved by locals and tourists heading to Shibamata Taishakuten Temple, Tora-san Street, and the Edo River area. ✅ 2. A lifeline for the local community Used daily…
🚃 Keisei Higashi-Narita Line Guide: From Former Airport Mainline to Local “Hidden Route”
🌸 Basic Information Line Name: Keisei Higashi-Narita Line Operator: Keisei Electric Railway Co., Ltd. Distance: Approx. 1.1 km / Section: Keisei Narita – Higashi-Narita Stations: 2 (Keisei Narita / Higashi-Narita) Opened: 1978 (originally as “Narita Airport Station”) Connecting Lines: Keisei Main Line / Narita Sky Access Line / Shibayama Railway (at Higashi-Narita) Main Purpose: Access to Narita Airport and Shibayama Town area 📜 History & Background 1978: Opened as “Narita Airport Station” with the opening of Narita Airport. Initially served as the only railway access to the airport, but was considered inconvenient due to the long walk to the terminal. 2002: New “Airport Terminal 2” and “Narita Airport (current)” stations opened / the old station renamed to “Higashi-Narita Station.” Today, it mainly serves Shibayama Railway passengers and airport employees / also popular among train enthusiasts for its retro charm. 🚆 Line Features & Structure Section: Keisei Narita – Higashi-Narita / Entirely underground / Short but historically significant for airport access. Extension: Direct connection from Higashi-Narita to Shibayama-Chiyoda via Shibayama Railway. Operation: Local trains only / 2–3 services per hour during daytime. 🌟 Advantages ✅ 1. Supports Local Commuting with Shibayama Railway Connection Higashi-Narita serves as a “backdoor” gateway for residents…
🚃 Keisei Oshiage Line Guide: Direct Access to Central Tokyo・Airports・and Local Downtown Charm
🌸 Basic Information Line Name: Keisei Oshiage Line Operating Company: Keisei Electric Railway Co., Ltd. Line Length: Approx. 5.7km / Stations: 6（Oshiage〜Aoto） Opened: 1914（first section between Honjo and Hikifune） Connecting Lines: Oshiage（Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line・Toei Asakusa Line・Tobu Skytree Line）/ Aoto（Keisei Main Line） Feature: A short but vital link connecting Keisei Main Line and Toei Asakusa Line / Serves as a major commuter route between central Tokyo, Chiba, and Narita Airport 📜 History & Background 1914: The first section between Honjo（now Oshiage）and Hikifune opened / built as a local downtown commuter line. 1928: Extended to Aoto / Connection with the Keisei Main Line completed. 1960s: Through service with the Toei Asakusa Line began / linking with Sengakuji and Haneda Airport. Today: Plays a key role as a transit line connecting central Tokyo, Chiba, and Narita Airport / supporting both everyday life and tourism. 🚆 Route & Operations Section: Oshiage〜Aoto / Passes through dense residential and urban areas / mostly above ground. Train Types: Local / Rapid / Commuter Express / Limited Express（Skyliner passes through without stopping）. Through Services: Direct connections to Toei Asakusa Line / Keisei Main Line / Narita Sky Access Line / Easy access to both Haneda and Narita…
🚃 Keisei Main Line Guide: The Smart Route Connecting Narita Airport・Downtown Tokyo・Shitamachi Charm
🌸 Basic Information / Overview Line Name: Keisei Main Line (京成本線) Operator: Keisei Electric Railway Co., Ltd. Route Length: Approx. 69.3km / Stations: 35 (Keisei-Ueno〜Narita Airport) Opening Year: 1912 (Ueno〜Ichikawa section) Connecting Lines: Nippori・Aoto・Keisei-Tsudanuma・Narita Airport and more Feature: A key line connecting central Tokyo with Narita Airport / Convenient for both commuters and travelers 📜 History & Background 1912: Opened between Ueno and Ichikawa / Started as a commuter route linking the suburbs and city center. Before World War II, it was also popular as a pilgrimage line to Naritasan Shinshoji Temple. 1978: With the opening of Narita Airport, the line became an important airport access route. Today, it serves as both a commuter artery and the main gateway to Narita Airport. The “Skyliner” limited express runs partly on the Keisei Main Line and the Narita Sky Access Line. 🚆 Route Structure / Service Types Section: Keisei-Ueno〜Aoto / Connects central Tokyo with the traditional downtown “Shitamachi” area Section: Aoto〜Keisei-Tsudanuma / Suburban commuter zone / Some quadruple-track sections Section: Tsudanuma〜Narita Airport / Runs through suburban and semi-rural Chiba Prefecture Train Types: Skyliner (limited express with surcharge) / Access Express・Express・Rapid・Local Travel Time: Keisei-Ueno〜Narita Airport in about 65 min (via Skyliner) 🌟 Highlights…
🚃 Keikyu Zushi Line Guide: The Scenic Short Line Connecting Shonan・Hayama・Tokyo
🌸 Basic Information / Overview Line Name: Keikyu Zushi Line (京急逗子線) Operator: Keikyu Corporation Route Length: Approx. 5.9km / Stations: 4 (Mutsuura〜Zushi・Hayama) Opening Year: 1931 (originally to Shonan-Zushi Station) Connecting Lines: Kanazawa-Hakkei (Keikyu Main Line) / Zushi・Hayama (near JR Yokosuka Line) Feature: A short branch line linking Kanazawa-Hakkei and Zushi・Hayama / Supporting both daily commuting and Shonan–Miura tourism 📜 History & Background The Keikyu Zushi Line opened in 1931 as a connection to the seaside resort town of Zushi. Originally named “Shonan-Zushi Station,” it became a vital access route for beachgoers. In the 1980s, double-tracking improved its capacity for commuters. In 2020, “Shin-Zushi Station” was renamed to “Zushi・Hayama Station.” Today, it remains essential for daily commuting, tourism, and second-home lifestyles in the Shonan and Hayama areas. 🚆 Route & Operations Section: Kanazawa-Hakkei〜Mutsuura / Mainly residential area running through hilly terrain Section: Mutsuura〜Zushi・Hayama / Gateway to the Shonan coast・rich in natural scenery Main Service: Local trains / Some through Limited Express and Express services Direct Trains: Operate from Zushi・Hayama to Shinagawa・Haneda Airport・Misakiguchi Travel Time: Zushi・Hayama〜Shinagawa approx. 55〜65 minutes 🌟 Highlights (Advantages) ✅ 1. Excellent Access to Shonan・Hayama🌴 Direct train access to both sea and mountains / Perfect for those who love…
🛕 Keikyū Daishi Line: A Historic & Local Line Linking Central Kawasaki with Everyday Life
🚃 Basic Information & Overview Line Name: Keikyū Daishi Line Operator: Keihin Electric Express Railway (Keikyū Corporation) Route Length: Approx. 4.5 km / Stations: 7 (Keikyū Kawasaki – Kojima-Shinden) Opened: 1899 (Japan’s first electric railway) Main Connection: Keikyū Kawasaki / Keikyū Main Line Feature: A short yet vital local line with deep community roots and long history 📜 History & Background 1899: Opened as “Daishi Electric Railway,” Japan’s first electric railway Originally built to connect worshippers to Kawasaki Daishi Temple, one of the region’s major pilgrimage spots Post-WWII: Shifted from a tourist route to a local commuter and residential service amid industrialization Today: A compact yet essential line supporting daily transport within Kawasaki City; special schedules run during New Year temple visits 🚆 Route Structure & Operation Section: Keikyū Kawasaki – Minatochō / Urban district near Kawasaki Station Section: Minatochō – Higashi-Monzen / Temple and residential zone Section: Higashi-Monzen – Kojima-Shinden / Industrial and logistics area Train Type: Local (stops at all stations) only Travel Time: About 10 minutes end-to-end — short, simple, and efficient 🌟 Advantages (Merits) ✅ Historic significance — Japan’s oldest electric railway; popular with train enthusiasts and tourists alike ✅ Community-oriented — Compact line connecting daily…
✈️ Keikyū Airport Line: The Fastest & Most Convenient Route Between Central Tokyo and Haneda Airport
🚃 Basic Information & Overview Line Name: Keikyū Airport Line Operator: Keihin Electric Express Railway (Keikyū Corporation) Route Length: Approx. 6.5 km / Stations: 6 (Keikyū Kamata – Haneda Airport Terminal 1 & 2) Opened: 1956 (Haneda Airport Station opened in 1998) Feature: A short-distance railway line specializing in direct access between central Tokyo and Haneda Airport 📜 History & Background 1956: Opened as the “Anamori Line,” mainly for local transport and leisure trips 1993: Extension work toward Haneda Airport began in earnest 1998: Extended to the former Haneda Airport Terminal Station, establishing itself as a key airport-access route 2010: Stations renamed to “Domestic Terminal” and “International Terminal” 2020: Renamed again to the current “Terminal 1 & 2” and “Terminal 3” 🚆 Route Characteristics & Structure Section: Keikyū Kamata – Tenkūbashi → Ground level / residential & logistics zone Section: Tenkūbashi – Terminal 3 – Terminal 1 & 2 → Underground / directly connected to airport terminals Direct Service: Through-trains to Shinagawa, Sengakuji, Toei Asakusa Line, and Narita Airport Train Types: Limited Express (Rapid), Airport Express, Local Highlight: The fastest and most cost-efficient way to reach Haneda Airport 🌟 Advantages ✅ Direct access to Haneda Airport — Both domestic and…
🚃 Keikyū Kurihama Line Guide: A Coastal Local Line Connecting City Comfort and Nature in Miura Peninsula
🌸 Basic Information Line Name: Keikyū Kurihama Line Operator: Keihin Electric Express Railway Co., Ltd. (Keikyū) Route Length: Approx. 13.4 km / Stations: 9 (Horinouchi–Misakiguchi) Opened: 1942 (expanded as Kurihama Line in 1950) Main Connections: Horinouchi (junction with Keikyū Main Line), Keikyū Kurihama Feature: A scenic suburban line stretching across the Miura Peninsula, surrounded by the sea and farmland 📜 History & Background 1942 – Opened between Horinouchi and Kurihama, later expanded with post-war suburban development. 1966 – Extended to Misakiguchi, establishing itself as a commuter and leisure route for southern Miura. Today – Plays a key role connecting residential, resort, and agricultural areas in the peninsula. 🚆 Route Structure & Characteristics Horinouchi–Keikyū Kurihama: Urban area serving daily commuters and students. Keikyū Kurihama–Miurakaigan–Misakiguchi: Coastal section with open fields and ocean views. Train Types: Limited Express / Express / Local (some direct services to central Tokyo). Direct Service: Trains run from Misakiguchi to Shinagawa and Haneda Airport (especially during peak hours). Scenery: Wide ocean and countryside views make it one of the most relaxing lines for travel or weekend trips. 🌟 Highlights (Advantages) ✅ 1. Sea and Nature Right Nearby Miurakaigan and Misakiguchi areas offer beaches, fishing spots, and camping sites—perfect…
🚃 Keikyū Main Line Guide: Fast, Convenient, and Connected from Central Tokyo to Yokohama and Miura Peninsula
🌸 Basic Information & Overview Line Name: Keikyū Main Line (Keihin Kyuko Main Line) Operator: Keihin Kyuko Electric Railway Co., Ltd. (Keikyū) Length: Approx. 56.7 km / Stations: 50 (Sengakuji–Uraga) Opened: 1899 (including its predecessor) Main Connections: Toei Asakusa Line, JR Lines, Yokohama Municipal Subway Feature: A high-speed private railway linking Central Tokyo, Yokohama, and the Miura Peninsula north to south 📜 History & Background 1899: Opened as Daishi Electric Railway near Keikyu Kawasaki. Early 20th century: Developed as one of Japan’s first private lines connecting Tokyo and Yokohama. Pre-war era: Served seaside resorts and hot spring destinations in Miura Peninsula. 1968: Began through service with Toei Asakusa Line—improving airport access to Haneda. Today: Connects with the Airport Line and Kurihama Line, serving as a vital transport artery for southern Tokyo and Kanagawa. 🚆 Route Structure & Highlights Sengakuji–Shinagawa: Gateway to central Tokyo / Direct access via Toei Asakusa Line / Convenient for Haneda & Narita Airports Shinagawa–Yokohama: Core section for commuters / Renowned for high-speed operation Yokohama–Kanazawa Bunko: Cluster of popular suburban towns in southern Yokohama Kanazawa Bunko–Uraga: Calm residential and coastal resort area in Miura Peninsula Train Types: Rapid Limited Express (Kaikyu Tokkyu), Limited Express, Express, Local Speed:…
🚃 Odakyu Enoshima Line Guide: A Line Connecting Tokyo’s Urban Life and the Shonan Coast
Coast 🌸 Basic Information & Overview Line Name: Odakyu Enoshima Line Operator: Odakyu Electric Railway Co., Ltd. Length: Approx. 27.4 km / Stations: 17 (Sagamiono–Katase-Enoshima) Opened: 1929 (fully opened in 1934) Main Transfer Stations: Sagamiono, Yamato, Fujisawa, Katase-Enoshima Feature: A suburban line connecting city and resort areas — ideal for both commuting and leisure Note: The section between Shinjuku and Sagamiono shares tracks with the Odawara Line, with multiple through services. 📜 History & Background 1929: Opened between Sagamiono and Fujisawa to enhance access to the Shonan coastal area. 1934: Extended to Katase-Enoshima, becoming a key route to seaside resorts. During the Showa era, it grew as a popular tourist line; later, with suburban development, it became an important commuter route as well. Even today, the Romancecar limited express remains one of the most beloved features of the line. 🚆 Line Structure & Features ・Sagamiono–Yamato: Dense suburban area with many express stops. ・Yamato–Fujisawa: Residential areas such as Shonandai and Chogo. ・Fujisawa–Katase-Enoshima: Seaside resort area bustling with visitors. ・Train Types: Local, Semi Express, Express, Rapid Express — convenient for different needs. ・Through Service: Romancecar limited express operates directly from Shinjuku to Katase-Enoshima (especially on weekends and holidays). ・Transfers: Fujisawa connects to…