Map of Kawasaki Station Kanagawa – Train Lines, Exits & Transfer Guide
Kawasaki Station is a major railway and bus interchange serving central Kawasaki in Kanagawa Prefecture. Located between Tokyo and Yokohama, the station connects JR East’s Tokaido, Keihin-Tōhoku and Nambu lines.
The station stands between the large Lazona Kawasaki Plaza development on the western side and the traditional shopping, entertainment and government district east of the railway. Keikyu Kawasaki Station is a separate nearby railway station northeast of the JR complex.
This map of Kawasaki Station Kanagawa provides a location guide to the JR platforms, major exits, transfer routes, bus terminals, Keikyu Kawasaki Station and nearby attractions.
## Quick Answer
Kawasaki Station is located in Kawasaki ward in central Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture. Use the East Exit for Atre Kawasaki, buses, shopping streets and Keikyu Kawasaki Station, or the West Exit for Lazona Kawasaki Plaza and Muza Kawasaki Symphony Hall.
## Map of Kawasaki Station Kanagawa
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## Where Is Kawasaki Station Located?
Kawasaki Station is located in Ekimae Honchō in Kawasaki ward, Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan.
The station lies on the main railway corridor between Tokyo and Yokohama, making it a convenient interchange for travel across southern Tokyo and eastern Kanagawa.
The East Exit faces Atre Kawasaki, the principal bus terminals, shopping streets and the walking route towards Keikyu Kawasaki Station.
The West Exit faces Lazona Kawasaki Plaza, Muza Kawasaki Symphony Hall, hotels and modern commercial developments.
The map marker identifies the JR East Exit station plaza.
## Train Services
## JR East
JR East operates regional, urban and local services from Kawasaki Station.
### Tokaido Line
The Tokaido Line provides fast regional services between central Tokyo and destinations across Kanagawa Prefecture.
Northbound destinations include Shinagawa, Shimbashi and Tokyo Station.
Many northbound trains continue through Tokyo onto the Ueno-Tokyo Line towards Ueno, Ōmiya and destinations on the Utsunomiya or Takasaki lines.
Southbound destinations include Yokohama, Ōfuna, Fujisawa, Chigasaki, Hiratsuka, Odawara and Atami.
Tokaido Line trains skip several smaller stations served by the Keihin-Tōhoku Line, making them generally faster for journeys between Kawasaki, Shinagawa, Tokyo and Yokohama.
Passengers should check the destination because services may continue well beyond the main Tokyo–Yokohama corridor.
### Ueno-Tokyo Line Through Services
Many Tokaido Line trains continue through Tokyo Station as Ueno-Tokyo Line services.
Northbound destinations may include Ueno, Akabane, Urawa, Ōmiya, Utsunomiya and Takasaki.
The exact route depends on whether the train continues onto the Utsunomiya or Takasaki line.
Passengers should check the final destination before boarding.
### Keihin-Tōhoku Line
The Keihin-Tōhoku Line provides frequent local and rapid services through southern Tokyo and eastern Kanagawa.
Northbound destinations include Kamata, Ōimachi, Shinagawa, Hamamatsuchō, Shimbashi, Tokyo Station, Akihabara, Ueno, Akabane and Ōmiya.
Southbound destinations include Tsurumi, Shin-Koyasu, Higashi-Kanagawa and Yokohama.
Many trains continue beyond Yokohama onto the Negishi Line towards Sakuragichō, Kannai, Ishikawachō, Negishi and Ōfuna.
Daytime rapid services may skip selected stations in central Tokyo, although stopping patterns should be checked on the platform display.
### Nambu Line
Kawasaki is the southern terminal of the JR Nambu Line.
The line provides local and rapid services through inland parts of Kawasaki and western Tokyo.
Major destinations include Shitte, Kashimada, Musashi-Kosugi, Musashi-Nakahara, Musashi-Mizonokuchi, Noborito, Inadazutsumi, Fuchū-Hommachi and Tachikawa.
The Nambu Line is useful for connections with the Yokosuka, Tokyu, Odakyu, Keio and Chūō railway networks.
Local and rapid trains have different stopping patterns.
### Limited and Special Services
Additional or seasonal JR services may operate through Kawasaki according to the timetable.
Passengers should check live departure displays for current platform assignments, destinations and stopping patterns.
## Keikyu Kawasaki Station
Keikyu Kawasaki Station is a separate station northeast of JR Kawasaki Station.
It is served by the Keikyu Main Line and Keikyu Daishi Line.
The walk between the JR East Exit and Keikyu Kawasaki generally takes approximately five to ten minutes, depending on the route, traffic signals and crowd levels.
## Keikyu Main Line
### Towards Shinagawa and Tokyo
Northbound Keikyu services operate towards Rokugōdote, Keikyu Kamata and Shinagawa.
Many trains continue beyond Shinagawa and Sengakuji onto the Toei Asakusa Line.
Through destinations may include Shimbashi, Nihombashi, Asakusa and Oshiage.
Selected services continue farther onto the Keisei railway network.
### Towards Haneda Airport
Some Keikyu services provide direct or connecting journeys towards Haneda Airport.
Passengers should check the train destination carefully because not every northbound train uses the airport branch.
Depending on the service, airport trains may call at Haneda Airport Terminal 3 and Haneda Airport Terminals 1 and 2.
### Towards Yokohama and Southern Kanagawa
Southbound destinations may include Keikyu Tsurumi, Yokohama, Kami-ōoka, Kanazawa-bunko, Yokosuka-chūō and Misakiguchi.
Local, express, limited express and other service categories have different stopping patterns.
### Through Services
Keikyu operates extensive through services with the Toei Asakusa, Keisei and Hokuso networks.
Passengers should confirm the service category and final destination before boarding.
## Keikyu Daishi Line
The Keikyu Daishi Line begins at Keikyu Kawasaki Station.
Major destinations include Minatochō, Suzukichō, Kawasaki-Daishi, Higashi-Monzen, Daishibashi and Kojimashinden.
Kawasaki-Daishi Station provides access to Kawasaki Daishi Heiken-ji Temple.
The Daishi Line uses separately designated platforms within Keikyu Kawasaki Station.
## Station Areas
### East Exit
The East Exit is the principal entrance for central Kawasaki’s traditional commercial and government district.
It is convenient for Atre Kawasaki, the main bus terminals, Kawasaki More’s, La Cittadella and the route to Keikyu Kawasaki Station.
The map marker identifies this entrance area.
### East Exit Station Plaza
The East Exit plaza contains multiple local and regional bus stops.
Pedestrian crossings and underground or covered passages provide access to surrounding commercial buildings.
Passengers should check the numbered bus stop carefully because services depart from several locations.
### West Exit
The West Exit serves Lazona Kawasaki Plaza, Muza Kawasaki Symphony Hall and the modern western commercial district.
An elevated pedestrian deck connects the station with major surrounding buildings.
### West Exit Pedestrian Deck
The elevated deck provides direct access to Lazona Kawasaki Plaza and routes towards Muza Kawasaki.
Elevators, escalators and stairways connect the deck with street level.
### Central North Gate
The Central North Gate is one of the principal JR ticket-gate areas.
It connects the platforms with the main east–west public passage and station facilities.
### Central South Gate
The Central South Gate provides another principal route between the platforms and the public concourse.
JR East’s travel service centre is located beside the ticket-office area between the Central North and Central South gates.
### Northern Ticket Gate
The northern gate area can be useful for passengers heading towards the northern parts of Atre Kawasaki and surrounding streets.
Passengers should follow current station signs because access arrangements may change.
### Atre Kawasaki
Atre Kawasaki is integrated with the eastern side of the station complex.
It contains shops, restaurants and indoor pedestrian connections.
Some entrances and internal routes may follow the shopping centre’s operating hours.
### Platform Area
Kawasaki Station has separate platform areas for the Tokaido, Keihin-Tōhoku and Nambu lines.
Passengers should confirm the line colour, platform number and train destination before boarding.
### East–West Public Passage
A public passage connects the East and West exits without requiring passengers to enter the railway ticketed area.
The passage becomes particularly busy during weekday commuter periods and weekends.
## Station Facilities
• JR East ticket machines and staffed gates
• Reserved-seat ticket machines
• JR East travel service facilities
• Passenger information displays
• Elevators, escalators and stairways
• Accessible routes through designated station areas
• Waiting and seating areas
• Toilets and accessible toilets
• Baby-care facilities
• Coin lockers
• Luggage services nearby
• Convenience stores
• Cafés and restaurants
• Atre Kawasaki shopping facilities
• Lazona Kawasaki Plaza beside the West Exit
• Local and regional bus terminals
• Highway and airport bus services
• Taxi and private-hire pickup areas
• Bicycle parking nearby
• Public Wi-Fi in selected areas
Keikyu Kawasaki is a separate station with its own ticket gates, platforms and accessibility arrangements.
## Transfers Between Lines
### Tokaido Line to Keihin-Tōhoku Line
Follow JR platform signs for the required line and direction.
Both services operate within the JR ticketed area, although passengers may need to use stairs, escalators or elevators between platforms.
Use the Tokaido Line for faster travel to major stations or the Keihin-Tōhoku Line for intermediate local stops.
### Tokaido Line to Nambu Line
Follow signs for the Nambu Line platforms.
The Nambu Line begins at Kawasaki, so passengers should check the departure display and train category.
Allow additional time during peak commuter periods.
### Keihin-Tōhoku Line to Nambu Line
Follow JR signs from the north–south platforms towards the Nambu Line.
The transfer remains within the JR ticketed area.
Check whether the Nambu train is local or rapid before boarding.
### JR Kawasaki to Keikyu Kawasaki
Use the JR East Exit and follow signs northeast towards Keikyu Kawasaki Station.
The transfer requires leaving the JR ticketed area and walking through public streets or pedestrian passages.
Allow approximately ten minutes for an unfamiliar transfer and longer when carrying luggage.
### JR Kawasaki to Haneda Airport Services
Walk from the JR East Exit to Keikyu Kawasaki Station.
At Keikyu Kawasaki, check whether the train travels directly towards Haneda Airport or requires a transfer at Keikyu Kamata.
### JR Kawasaki to the Keikyu Daishi Line
Walk to Keikyu Kawasaki Station and follow signs for the Daishi Line.
The Daishi Line uses separate Keikyu platforms and ticketing from JR services.
### East Side to West Side
Use the public station passage to cross between the East and West exits.
The route is straightforward but can become crowded during commuter periods and major events.
## Transport Connections
### Haneda Airport
Keikyu provides the principal railway route from central Kawasaki towards Haneda Airport.
Some journeys operate directly, while others require a transfer at Keikyu Kamata.
Passengers should confirm the airport terminal and train destination before boarding.
Airport buses may also operate from designated stops around Kawasaki Station.
### Narita Airport
Kawasaki does not have a principal dedicated direct airport express to Narita Airport.
Common journeys involve travelling to Shinagawa, Tokyo, Yokohama or another major interchange.
Selected Keikyu and Toei through services may provide alternative routes towards the Keisei network, depending on the timetable.
### Tokyo Station
The JR Tokaido Line provides fast direct services between Kawasaki and Tokyo Station.
The Keihin-Tōhoku Line also provides a direct journey but stops at more stations.
### Shinagawa
The Tokaido and Keihin-Tōhoku lines provide direct services between Kawasaki and Shinagawa.
Keikyu services also connect Keikyu Kawasaki with Shinagawa.
### Yokohama
The Tokaido and Keihin-Tōhoku lines provide direct services between Kawasaki and Yokohama.
Keikyu services provide an additional direct railway option from Keikyu Kawasaki.
### Musashi-Kosugi
The Nambu Line provides direct services between Kawasaki and Musashi-Kosugi.
Musashi-Kosugi offers connections with the Yokosuka, Shōnan-Shinjuku, Tokyu Toyoko and Tokyu Meguro lines.
### Tachikawa
The Nambu Line provides direct services between Kawasaki and Tachikawa.
Journey times vary according to whether the train is local or rapid.
### Kawasaki Daishi
Take the Keikyu Daishi Line from Keikyu Kawasaki to Kawasaki-Daishi Station.
The temple is a short walk from the station.
### Local Buses
Numerous local buses operate from the East and West exit terminals.
Routes serve neighbourhoods throughout Kawasaki ward, Saiwai ward and surrounding parts of the city.
Passengers should confirm the bus operator, route number, destination and boarding bay before travelling.
### Highway and Airport Buses
Highway and airport buses may operate from designated stops around Kawasaki Station.
Boarding locations and schedules vary by operator.
### Taxis
Taxi ranks and designated pickup points are available around both principal exits.
Choose the station side closest to your destination before joining a taxi queue.
### Walking
Atre Kawasaki, Lazona Kawasaki Plaza, Muza Kawasaki and central shopping streets are immediately around the station.
Keikyu Kawasaki Station and La Cittadella are within walking distance from the East Exit.
## Nearby Attractions
• Lazona Kawasaki Plaza
• Muza Kawasaki Symphony Hall
• Atre Kawasaki
• La Cittadella
• Kawasaki More’s
• Kawasaki Azalea underground shopping centre
• Tokaido Kawasaki Shuku historic district
• Kawasaki Daishi Heiken-ji Temple
• Fujiko F. Fujio Museum connections
• Toshiba Science Museum area
• Culttz Kawasaki
• Kawasaki City Hall
• Tamagawa riverside
• Anata no Warehouse former site district
## Visitor Tips
Confirm whether you need JR Kawasaki Station or the separate Keikyu Kawasaki Station.
Use the East Exit for buses, Atre Kawasaki, La Cittadella and Keikyu Kawasaki Station.
Use the West Exit for Lazona Kawasaki Plaza and Muza Kawasaki Symphony Hall.
Use the Tokaido Line for fast journeys towards Tokyo, Shinagawa, Yokohama and Odawara.
Use the Keihin-Tōhoku Line for intermediate stations between Tokyo and Yokohama.
Use the Nambu Line for Musashi-Kosugi, Musashi-Mizonokuchi, Noborito and Tachikawa.
Allow approximately ten minutes for an unfamiliar transfer between JR Kawasaki and Keikyu Kawasaki.
Check whether a Keikyu train travels towards Shinagawa, Haneda Airport, Yokohama or another destination.
Check whether a Nambu Line service is local or rapid before boarding.
Follow railway-company logos, line colours and destination displays rather than relying only on platform numbers.
Keep your ticket or transport card available because JR and Keikyu use separate ticketed stations.
Confirm the correct bus stop because the East Exit terminal contains numerous boarding areas.
Use a staffed gate when travelling with oversized luggage, a stroller or a wheelchair.
Do not confuse Kawasaki Station with Shin-Kawasaki, Hama-Kawasaki or Keikyu Kawasaki stations.
## Frequently Asked Questions
### Where is Kawasaki Station?
Kawasaki Station is located in Kawasaki ward in central Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture.
### Which railway company operates Kawasaki Station?
JR Kawasaki Station is operated by JR East.
### Which JR lines serve Kawasaki Station?
The station is served by the Tokaido Line, Keihin-Tōhoku Line and Nambu Line.
### Which exit should visitors use for Lazona Kawasaki Plaza?
Use the West Exit for Lazona Kawasaki Plaza.
### Which exit should visitors use for La Cittadella?
Use the East Exit and walk southeast through the central commercial district.
### Which exit should passengers use for Keikyu Kawasaki?
Use the East Exit and follow signs northeast towards Keikyu Kawasaki Station.
### Is Keikyu Kawasaki part of JR Kawasaki Station?
No. Keikyu Kawasaki is a separate station within walking distance northeast of JR Kawasaki.
### Can passengers travel directly to Tokyo Station?
Yes. The Tokaido and Keihin-Tōhoku lines provide direct services between Kawasaki and Tokyo Station.
### Can passengers travel directly to Yokohama?
Yes. The Tokaido and Keihin-Tōhoku lines provide direct services between Kawasaki and Yokohama.
### Can passengers travel directly to Shinagawa?
Yes. JR and Keikyu services provide direct connections between the Kawasaki and Shinagawa districts.
### Can passengers travel directly to Haneda Airport?
Some Keikyu services from Keikyu Kawasaki travel directly towards Haneda Airport. Other journeys require a transfer at Keikyu Kamata.
### Can passengers travel directly to Tachikawa?
Yes. The JR Nambu Line provides direct services between Kawasaki and Tachikawa.
### How do visitors reach Kawasaki Daishi?
Walk to Keikyu Kawasaki Station and take the Daishi Line to Kawasaki-Daishi Station.
### Is Shin-Kawasaki the same station?
No. Shin-Kawasaki is a separate JR Yokosuka Line station in Saiwai ward.
### Is Kawasaki Station accessible?
Accessible routes and elevators are available within JR Kawasaki Station. Keikyu Kawasaki has separate accessibility arrangements, so passengers should check the relevant operator’s current station map.
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Disclaimer: This map is provided as a general location and orientation guide. Station gates, entrances, pedestrian passages, elevator availability, platform access, railway services, transfer routes, bus terminals and airport connections may change because of construction, redevelopment, maintenance or operational requirements. JR Kawasaki Station and Keikyu Kawasaki Station are separately operated stations. Check the official map and current information for the specific operator, station and line before travelling.