Map of Kamata Station Tokyo – Train Lines, Exits & Transfer Guide

Kamata Station is a major railway and bus interchange in Ōta ward in southern Tokyo. The station connects JR East’s Keihin-Tōhoku Line with the Tokyu Ikegami and Tamagawa lines.

The station district contains department stores, covered shopping streets, restaurants, hotels and local bus terminals. Kamata is also used as a base for reaching Haneda Airport, although Keikyu Kamata is a separate station approximately one kilometre east.

This map of Kamata Station Tokyo provides a location guide to the JR and Tokyu platforms, major exits, transfer routes, bus stops, shopping areas and nearby attractions.

## Quick Answer

Kamata Station is located in Ōta ward in southern Tokyo. Use the West Exit for Tokyu services, Tokyu Plaza Kamata and the main covered shopping streets, or the East Exit for Ōta City offices, eastern bus stops and the route towards Keikyu Kamata.

## Map of Kamata Station Tokyo

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

## Where Is Kamata Station Located?

Kamata Station is located between the Kamata and Nishi-Kamata districts of Ōta ward, Tokyo.

The station lies south of Shinagawa and north of Kawasaki on the Keihin-Tōhoku Line.

The West Exit faces Tokyu Plaza Kamata, Granduo Kamata, Sunrise Kamata and Sunroad Kamata shopping streets.

The East Exit serves the main civic and commercial district, including Ōta City facilities and bus routes towards Haneda Airport.

The Tokyu station is integrated with the southwestern side of the JR station complex.

The map marker identifies the West Exit station plaza.

## Train Services

## JR East Keihin-Tōhoku Line

Kamata is served by the Keihin-Tōhoku Line.

### Towards Shinagawa and Tokyo

Northbound destinations include Ōmori, Ōimachi, Shinagawa, Tamachi, Hamamatsuchō, Shimbashi, Yūrakuchō, Tokyo Station, Akihabara and Ueno.

Many trains continue farther north towards Akabane, Urawa and Ōmiya.

### Towards Kawasaki and Yokohama

Southbound destinations include Kawasaki and Yokohama.

Many trains continue beyond Yokohama onto the Negishi Line towards Sakuragichō, Kannai, Ishikawachō and Ōfuna.

### Local and Rapid Services

Keihin-Tōhoku trains operate as local services through the Kamata area.

Daytime rapid operation applies mainly through central Tokyo, where selected stations may be skipped.

Some trains begin or terminate at Kamata, so passengers should check the destination display before boarding.

## Tokyu Ikegami Line

Kamata is the southern terminal of the Tokyu Ikegami Line.

### Towards Gotanda

Destinations include Hasunuma, Ikegami, Kugahara, Hatanodai, Ebara-Nakanobu, Togoshi-Ginza and Gotanda.

Gotanda provides transfers to the JR Yamanote Line and Toei Asakusa Line.

The Ikegami Line primarily serves residential neighbourhoods across Ōta and Shinagawa wards.

## Tokyu Tamagawa Line

Kamata is the southern terminal of the Tokyu Tamagawa Line.

### Towards Tamagawa

Destinations include Yaguchinowatashi, Musashi-Nitta, Shimomaruko, Unoki, Numabe and Tamagawa.

Tamagawa provides transfers to the Tokyu Toyoko and Meguro lines.

The Tamagawa Line is useful for travelling towards Musashi-Kosugi, Meguro, Shibuya and Yokohama with a transfer at Tamagawa.

## Station Areas

### West Exit

The West Exit is the most convenient entrance for the Tokyu station, Tokyu Plaza Kamata and the principal covered shopping streets.

Sunrise Kamata and Sunroad Kamata extend west from the station area.

The map marker identifies this entrance.

### East Exit

The East Exit serves the main civic and business district east of the railway.

It is useful for Ōta City offices, hotels, eastern shopping streets and buses towards Haneda Airport.

### JR Central Gate

The Central Gate provides access between the JR platforms and the main east–west station concourse.

Follow signs for either the East or West Exit after leaving the gate.

### Tokyu Gate Area

The Tokyu Ikegami and Tamagawa lines use a separately operated station area beside the West Exit.

Passengers transferring from JR must leave the JR ticketed area and enter through the Tokyu gates.

### Tokyu Plaza Connection

Tokyu Plaza Kamata is integrated with the western side of the station complex.

Some internal entrances may follow the shopping centre’s opening hours.

## Station Facilities

• JR East and Tokyu ticket machines

• Staffed ticket gates

• Passenger information displays

• Elevators, escalators and stairways

• Accessible routes

• Toilets and accessible toilets

• Coin lockers

• Convenience stores

• Cafés and restaurants

• Granduo Kamata

• Tokyu Plaza Kamata

• Local and airport bus stops

• Taxi pickup areas

Because JR East and Tokyu operate separate ticketed areas, accessibility and elevator routes vary between the railway sections.

## Transfers Between Lines

### JR to Tokyu Lines

Leave the JR ticketed area and follow signs for the West Exit and Tokyu Ikegami or Tamagawa line.

The transfer is short and takes place within the wider station building.

Allow approximately five to ten minutes for an unfamiliar platform-to-platform transfer.

### Ikegami Line to Tamagawa Line

Follow Tokyu signs within the Tokyu station area.

Both lines terminate at Kamata, but departure platforms may differ.

Check the line name and destination before boarding.

### East Exit to West Exit

Use the public station concourse to cross between the two sides of the railway.

There is no need to enter the ticketed area.

### Kamata to Keikyu Kamata

Keikyu Kamata is a separate station east of JR and Tokyu Kamata.

The walk generally takes around 10–15 minutes through the city-centre streets.

Allow additional time with luggage or when unfamiliar with the route.

## Transport Connections

### Shinagawa

The Keihin-Tōhoku Line provides direct services between Kamata and Shinagawa.

Shinagawa offers connections with the Tokaido Shinkansen, regional JR lines and Keikyu services.

### Tokyo Station

The Keihin-Tōhoku Line provides direct services between Kamata and Tokyo Station.

### Kawasaki

The Keihin-Tōhoku Line provides a short direct journey between Kamata and Kawasaki.

### Yokohama

The Keihin-Tōhoku Line provides direct services between Kamata and Yokohama.

### Gotanda

The Tokyu Ikegami Line provides direct services between Kamata and Gotanda.

### Shibuya

Take the Tokyu Tamagawa Line to Tamagawa and transfer to the Toyoko Line towards Shibuya.

Alternative routes are available through Shinagawa or another interchange.

### Musashi-Kosugi

Take the Tokyu Tamagawa Line to Tamagawa and transfer to the Toyoko or Meguro line.

### Haneda Airport

Airport buses operate from the Kamata station district according to the timetable.

Rail passengers can walk or take a local bus to Keikyu Kamata for Keikyu airport services.

Another option is travelling by JR to Hamamatsuchō and transferring to the Tokyo Monorail.

### Keikyu Kamata

Keikyu Kamata serves the Keikyu Main and Airport lines.

It is not part of the JR and Tokyu Kamata Station complex.

### Local Buses

Local buses depart from stops around both the East and West exits.

Routes serve Haneda Airport, Keikyu Kamata, Ikegami, Den-en-chōfu and neighbourhoods throughout Ōta ward.

Confirm the station side, route number and boarding bay before travelling.

### Taxis

Taxi pickup areas are available near both principal exits.

Choose the side closest to your destination before entering a taxi queue.

## Nearby Attractions

• Tokyu Plaza Kamata

• Granduo Kamata

• Sunrise Kamata shopping street

• Sunroad Kamata shopping street

• Kamata East Exit shopping district

• Ōta City Industrial Plaza PiO

• Kamata Hachiman Shrine

• Ikegami Honmon-ji Temple connections

• Haneda Airport bus connections

• Keikyu Kamata Station

## Visitor Tips

Use the West Exit for Tokyu trains, Tokyu Plaza Kamata and the covered shopping streets.

Use the East Exit for city offices, eastern hotels and buses towards Haneda Airport.

Use the Keihin-Tōhoku Line for Shinagawa, Tokyo, Kawasaki and Yokohama.

Use the Ikegami Line for Ikegami, Togoshi-Ginza and Gotanda.

Use the Tamagawa Line for Tamagawa and connections towards Musashi-Kosugi and Shibuya.

Allow five to ten minutes for transfers between JR and Tokyu services.

Do not confuse Kamata Station with Keikyu Kamata Station.

Allow at least 15 minutes when walking between Kamata and Keikyu Kamata with luggage.

Check whether a JR train begins or terminates at Kamata before boarding.

Keep your ticket or transport card available because JR and Tokyu use separate gates.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Where is Kamata Station?

Kamata Station is located in Ōta ward in southern Tokyo.

### Which railway companies serve Kamata?

The station is served by JR East and Tokyu Railway.

### Which lines serve Kamata Station?

Kamata is served by the JR Keihin-Tōhoku Line and the Tokyu Ikegami and Tamagawa lines.

### Which exit is best for Tokyu services?

Use the West Exit.

### Which exit is best for Haneda Airport buses?

Many airport and eastern district bus services use stops around the East Exit, but passengers should confirm the current stop before travelling.

### Is Keikyu Kamata the same station?

No. Keikyu Kamata is a separate station approximately 10–15 minutes away on foot.

### Can passengers travel directly to Tokyo Station?

Yes. The Keihin-Tōhoku Line provides direct services.

### Can passengers travel directly to Yokohama?

Yes. The Keihin-Tōhoku Line provides direct services.

### Can passengers travel directly to Gotanda?

Yes. The Tokyu Ikegami Line provides direct services.

### Is Kamata Station accessible?

Accessible routes and elevators are available, but arrangements vary between the JR and Tokyu station areas.

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Disclaimer: This map is provided as a general guide. Station entrances, platforms, services and transfer routes may change. Check current information from the relevant railway or subway operator before travelling.