Map of Kashiwa Station Chiba – Train Lines, Exits & Transfer Guide

Kashiwa Station is a major railway and bus interchange in northwestern Chiba Prefecture. The station connects JR East’s Jōban Line services with the Tobu Urban Park Line.

The surrounding district is one of Chiba’s busiest suburban shopping and entertainment centres. Department stores, pedestrian decks, restaurants, hotels and bus terminals extend from both sides of the station.

This map of Kashiwa Station Chiba provides a location guide to the JR and Tobu platforms, major exits, transfer routes, bus stops and nearby attractions.

## Quick Answer

Kashiwa Station is located in central Kashiwa City. Use the East Exit for the main shopping district, pedestrian deck, local buses and the route towards Sankyo Frontier Kashiwa Stadium, or the West Exit for Kashiwa Takashimaya Station Mall, western bus services and hotels.

## Map of Kashiwa Station Chiba

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

## Where Is Kashiwa Station Located?

Kashiwa Station is located in central Kashiwa City in northwestern Chiba Prefecture.

The station lies northeast of Tokyo and serves as an important interchange for commuters and visitors travelling through eastern Tokyo, Chiba, Saitama and Ibaraki.

The East Exit faces the principal city-centre shopping and entertainment district.

The West Exit serves Kashiwa Takashimaya Station Mall, hotels, offices and bus routes towards western Kashiwa.

The Tobu station occupies part of the wider station complex but uses separate platforms and ticket gates from JR East.

The map marker identifies the East Exit station plaza.

## Train Services

## JR East Jōban Line

Kashiwa is served by Jōban Line rapid, local and through services.

### Jōban Line Rapid

Southbound and westbound destinations include Matsudo, Kita-Senju, Nippori and Ueno.

Many trains continue beyond Ueno through the Ueno–Tokyo Line towards Tokyo Station, Shimbashi and Shinagawa.

Northbound destinations include Abiko, Tennōdai, Toride and selected stations farther into Ibaraki Prefecture.

Passengers should check the destination because service patterns and stopping arrangements vary.

### Jōban Line Local

Local trains provide services towards Minami-Kashiwa, Shin-Matsudo, Matsudo and Ayase.

Many westbound trains continue beyond Ayase onto the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line.

Through destinations may include Nishi-nippori, Ōtemachi, Hibiya, Omote-sandō and Yoyogi-Uehara.

Some services may continue beyond Yoyogi-Uehara onto the Odakyu network.

### Limited-Express Services

Selected limited-express trains may stop at Kashiwa according to the timetable.

These services provide faster reserved-seat connections towards Ueno, Tokyo, Shinagawa, Mito, Hitachi and other destinations.

A limited-express ticket or appropriate reservation is required in addition to the basic fare.

## Tobu Urban Park Line

Kashiwa is a major interchange on the Tobu Urban Park Line, also known as the Tobu Noda Line.

### Towards Ōmiya

Westbound and northbound destinations include Toyoshiki, Nagareyama-ōtakanomori, Nagareyama, Umesato, Noda, Kasukabe, Iwatsuki and Ōmiya.

Nagareyama-ōtakanomori provides a transfer to the Tsukuba Express.

Kasukabe provides connections with the Tobu Skytree Line.

### Towards Funabashi

Southbound destinations include Shin-Kashiwa, Masuo, Sakasai, Takayanagi, Shin-Kamagaya and Funabashi.

Shin-Kamagaya provides transfers to the Hokusō, Narita Sky Access and Keisei Matsudo lines.

Funabashi provides transfers to JR East services and a walking connection to Keisei-Funabashi.

### Service Types

Local and express services have different stopping patterns.

Some trains begin or terminate at Kashiwa, while others continue through the station.

Passengers should check the platform display and final destination before boarding.

## Station Areas

### East Exit

The East Exit serves Kashiwa’s principal shopping, dining and entertainment district.

It is convenient for the pedestrian deck, local bus stops, Bic Camera, Kashiwa MODI and the route towards Sankyo Frontier Kashiwa Stadium.

The map marker identifies this entrance area.

### West Exit

The West Exit serves Kashiwa Takashimaya Station Mall, hotels, offices and western bus stops.

It is also convenient for the Kashiwa City passport centre and city service facilities within the station-mall district.

### East Exit Pedestrian Deck

An elevated pedestrian deck connects the station with nearby commercial buildings and bus areas.

Stairs, escalators and elevators link the deck with street level.

### West Exit Pedestrian Deck

The western deck connects the station with Takashimaya buildings, hotels and adjoining streets.

### JR Central Gate

The principal JR gate provides access to the Jōban Line platforms and station concourse.

Follow signs for the East or West Exit after leaving the ticketed area.

### Tobu Gate Area

The Tobu Urban Park Line has separate ticket gates and platforms within the wider station complex.

Follow Tobu signs and check whether the train is travelling towards Ōmiya or Funabashi.

## Station Facilities

• JR East and Tobu ticket machines

• Staffed ticket gates

• Reserved-seat ticket facilities

• Passenger information displays

• Elevators, escalators and stairways

• Accessible routes

• Toilets and accessible toilets

• Coin lockers

• Convenience stores

• Cafés and restaurants

• Department stores and shopping centres

• Bus terminals on both sides

• Taxi pickup areas

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

## Transfers Between Lines

### JR East to Tobu Urban Park Line

Leave the JR ticketed area and follow signs for the Tobu Urban Park Line.

The transfer takes place within the wider station complex.

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

### Jōban Rapid to Jōban Local

Follow JR platform signs for the required service and direction.

The transfer remains within the JR ticketed area but may require movement between platforms.

### Tobu Services Through Kashiwa

Some Tobu journeys continue through Kashiwa, while others terminate at the station.

Confirm whether the train continues towards Funabashi or Ōmiya before remaining on board.

### East Exit to West Exit

Use the public station concourse to move between the two sides without boarding a train.

The pedestrian decks can become crowded during commuter periods and weekends.

## Transport Connections

### Ueno and Tokyo Station

Jōban Line rapid services provide direct journeys towards Ueno.

Many trains continue through the Ueno–Tokyo Line to Tokyo Station and Shinagawa.

### Kita-Senju

Jōban rapid and local services connect Kashiwa with Kita-Senju.

Kita-Senju provides transfers to JR, Tokyo Metro, Tobu and Tsukuba Express services.

### Ōtemachi

Jōban Line Local trains operating through the Chiyoda Line provide direct services towards Ōtemachi.

Check that the selected train continues beyond Ayase.

### Mito

Rapid and limited-express services provide direct or connecting journeys towards Mito.

The fastest option depends on the timetable and ticket type.

### Ōmiya

The Tobu Urban Park Line provides direct services between Kashiwa and Ōmiya.

Express services are generally faster than local trains.

### Funabashi

The Tobu Urban Park Line provides direct services between Kashiwa and Funabashi.

### Narita Airport

A common route involves taking the Tobu Urban Park Line to Shin-Kamagaya and transferring to a Narita Sky Access service.

Alternative routes may operate through Tokyo, Nippori or another interchange.

### Haneda Airport

Common routes involve travelling towards Shinagawa, Ueno, Tokyo or another interchange for airport services.

### Local Buses

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

Routes serve neighbourhoods throughout Kashiwa and surrounding cities.

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

### Sankyo Frontier Kashiwa Stadium

The stadium is southeast of Kashiwa Station.

Visitors can walk from the East Exit or use a suitable local bus, depending on event arrangements.

## Nearby Attractions

• Kashiwa Takashimaya Station Mall

• Kashiwa MODI

• Kashiwa Marui district

• East Exit shopping streets

• Sankyo Frontier Kashiwa Stadium

• Kashiwa Shrine

• Kashiwa City Central Library

• Kashiwa City Hall

• Tega Pond connections

• Kashiwanoha Park transport connections

## Visitor Tips

Use the East Exit for the main shopping district, Kashiwa MODI and the stadium route.

Use the West Exit for Kashiwa Takashimaya Station Mall, hotels and western buses.

Use Jōban rapid services for faster travel towards Kita-Senju, Ueno and Tokyo.

Use Jōban local services for Minami-Kashiwa, Shin-Matsudo and through trains onto the Chiyoda Line.

Use the Tobu Urban Park Line for Nagareyama-ōtakanomori, Ōmiya, Shin-Kamagaya and Funabashi.

Check whether a JR train is Rapid, Local or Limited Express.

Confirm whether a local train continues onto the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line.

Check whether a Tobu train terminates at Kashiwa or continues through the station.

Allow five to ten minutes when transferring between JR and Tobu services.

Confirm the correct station side before using a bus because routes depart from both exits.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Where is Kashiwa Station?

Kashiwa Station is located in central Kashiwa City in Chiba Prefecture.

### Which railway companies serve Kashiwa?

The station is served by JR East and Tobu Railway.

### Which lines serve Kashiwa Station?

Kashiwa is served by the JR Jōban Line and the Tobu Urban Park Line.

### Which exit is best for the main shopping district?

Use the East Exit.

### Which exit is best for Kashiwa Takashimaya?

Use the West Exit.

### Can passengers travel directly to Ueno?

Yes. Jōban Line rapid services provide direct connections.

### Can passengers travel directly to Tokyo Station?

Many Jōban rapid trains continue through Ueno to Tokyo Station.

### Can passengers travel directly to Ōtemachi?

Eligible Jōban local trains continue onto the Chiyoda Line towards Ōtemachi.

### Can passengers travel directly to Ōmiya and Funabashi?

Yes. The Tobu Urban Park Line provides direct services towards both cities.

### Is Kashiwa Station accessible?

Accessible routes and elevators are available, but arrangements vary between the JR East and Tobu 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 operator before travelling.