Map of Kichijōji Station Tokyo – Train Lines, Exits & Transfer Guide
Kichijōji Station is a major railway and bus interchange serving Musashino in western Tokyo. The station connects JR East’s Chūō Rapid and Chūō–Sōbu Local services with the Keio Inokashira Line.
The surrounding district is known for shopping streets, restaurants, small bars and Inokashira Park. Kichijōji is also a common access point for the Ghibli Museum in neighbouring Mitaka.
This map of Kichijōji Station Tokyo provides a location guide to the JR and Keio platforms, major exits, transfer routes, bus stops and nearby attractions.
## Quick Answer
Kichijōji Station is located in Musashino in western Tokyo. Use the North Exit for Sunroad, Harmonica Yokochō, Coppice Kichijōji and northern shopping streets, or the Park Exit for Inokashira Park, Kirarina Keio Kichijōji and the Ghibli Museum walking route.
## Map of Kichijōji Station Tokyo
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## Where Is Kichijōji Station Located?
Kichijōji Station is located in the Kichijōji district of Musashino, Tokyo.
The station lies west of Shinjuku and east of Mitaka on the JR Chūō corridor.
The northern side contains major shopping streets, department stores, restaurants and bus stops.
The southern side leads towards Inokashira Park, Inokashira Park Zoo and the Ghibli Museum.
The map marker identifies the North Exit station plaza.
## Train Services
## JR East
JR East operates Chūō Rapid and Chūō–Sōbu Local services through Kichijōji.
### Chūō Line Rapid
Eastbound trains operate towards Nakano, Shinjuku, Ochanomizu, Kanda and Tokyo Station.
Westbound destinations include Mitaka, Kokubunji, Tachikawa and Hachiōji.
Rapid and Special Rapid services have different stopping patterns.
Passengers should confirm that the selected service stops at their destination.
### Chūō–Sōbu Line Local
Eastbound local trains serve Nishi-Ogikubo, Ogikubo, Nakano, Shinjuku, Ochanomizu, Akihabara and stations farther east.
Westbound trains operate towards Mitaka.
Local trains stop at more stations than Chūō Rapid services.
### Tokyo Metro Tōzai Through Services
Selected Chūō–Sōbu Local trains operate through Nakano onto the Tokyo Metro Tōzai Line.
Destinations may include Takadanobaba, Iidabashi, Ōtemachi, Nihombashi and Nishi-Funabashi.
Not every local train enters the Tōzai Line, so check the destination display before boarding.
## Keio Inokashira Line
Kichijōji is the western terminal of the Keio Inokashira Line.
### Towards Shibuya
Trains operate towards Kugayama, Eifukuchō, Meidaimae, Shimo-Kitazawa and Shibuya.
Express services skip selected intermediate stations, while Local trains stop at every station.
Meidaimae provides a transfer to the Keio Line.
Shimo-Kitazawa provides a transfer to the Odakyu Line.
## Station Areas
### North Exit
The North Exit serves the main shopping and entertainment district.
It is convenient for Sunroad, Harmonica Yokochō, Coppice Kichijōji, Tokyu Department Store and northern bus stops.
The map marker identifies this entrance area.
### Central North Exit
The Central North Exit provides another route towards the principal northern shopping streets and station plaza.
### Park Exit
The Park Exit serves the southern side of the station.
It is convenient for Kirarina Keio Kichijōji, Inokashira Park, Inokashira Park Zoo and the Ghibli Museum walking route.
### East Exit
The East Exit serves streets and commercial buildings east of the main station concourse.
### JR Central Gate
The JR Central Gate provides access between the JR platforms and the main north–south station concourse.
### Keio Gate Area
The Keio Inokashira Line uses separately operated platforms and gates within the wider station complex.
Follow Keio signs for Shimo-Kitazawa and Shibuya.
## Station Facilities
• JR East and Keio 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
• Atre Kichijōji
• Kirarina Keio Kichijōji
• Local bus stops
• Taxi pickup areas
JR East and Keio use separate ticketed areas, so accessibility and elevator routes vary between platforms and gates.
## Transfers Between Lines
### JR to the Keio Inokashira Line
Leave the JR ticketed area and follow signs for the Keio Inokashira Line.
The transfer takes place within the wider station building.
Allow approximately five to ten minutes for an unfamiliar platform-to-platform transfer.
### Chūō Rapid to Chūō–Sōbu Local
Follow JR signs for the required line and direction.
The transfer remains inside the JR ticketed area but may require movement between platforms.
### Keio Express to Local Services
Express and Local Inokashira Line trains may use different departure platforms.
Check the service type and departure display before boarding.
### North Side to Park Side
Use the public station concourse to cross between the northern shopping district and the southern park side.
## Transport Connections
### Shinjuku
Chūō Rapid trains provide direct services between Kichijōji and Shinjuku.
Chūō–Sōbu Local trains also operate directly but stop at more stations.
### Tokyo Station
The Chūō Rapid Line provides direct services between Kichijōji and Tokyo Station.
### Shibuya
The Keio Inokashira Line provides direct services between Kichijōji and Shibuya.
Express trains are generally faster than Local services.
### Akihabara
The Chūō–Sōbu Local Line provides direct services towards Akihabara.
### Nakano
Both Chūō Rapid and Chūō–Sōbu Local services connect Kichijōji with Nakano.
### Mitaka
JR services provide a short direct journey between Kichijōji and Mitaka.
### Inokashira Park
Use the Park Exit and walk south towards Inokashira Park.
The park is one of the principal visitor destinations near the station.
### Ghibli Museum
Use the Park Exit and walk through or around Inokashira Park towards the museum.
Local buses also operate from the station area.
Museum admission normally requires an advance dated ticket.
### Haneda Airport
Common routes involve travelling to Shibuya, Shinagawa or Hamamatsuchō and transferring to an airport service.
Airport buses may also operate from the Kichijōji district according to the timetable.
### Local Buses
Local buses depart from stops on both sides of the station.
Routes serve Mitaka, Nerima, Suginami and nearby residential districts.
Confirm the station side, route number and boarding stop before travelling.
### Taxis
Taxi pickup areas are available around the station plazas.
Choose the side closest to your destination before joining a queue.
## Nearby Attractions
• Inokashira Park
• Inokashira Park Zoo
• Ghibli Museum
• Sunroad Shopping Arcade
• Harmonica Yokochō
• Coppice Kichijōji
• Tokyu Department Store Kichijōji
• Kirarina Keio Kichijōji
• Atre Kichijōji
• Musashino Hachimangū Shrine
## Visitor Tips
Use the North Exit for Sunroad, Harmonica Yokochō and the main shopping district.
Use the Park Exit for Inokashira Park, the zoo and the Ghibli Museum route.
Use the Chūō Rapid Line for fast journeys to Shinjuku and Tokyo Station.
Use the Chūō–Sōbu Local Line for intermediate stations and Akihabara.
Use the Inokashira Line for Shimo-Kitazawa and Shibuya.
Check whether a JR train is Rapid, Special Rapid or Local before boarding.
Check whether an Inokashira Line train is Express or Local.
Allow five to ten minutes when transferring between JR and Keio services.
Keep your ticket or transport card available because JR and Keio use separate gates.
Book Ghibli Museum admission before travelling because tickets are not generally sold for immediate entry at the museum.
## Frequently Asked Questions
### Where is Kichijōji Station?
Kichijōji Station is located in Musashino in western Tokyo.
### Which railway companies serve Kichijōji?
The station is served by JR East and Keio Corporation.
### Which lines serve Kichijōji Station?
Kichijōji is served by the Chūō Rapid, Chūō–Sōbu Local and Keio Inokashira lines.
### Which exit is best for Inokashira Park?
Use the Park Exit on the southern side of the station.
### Which exit is best for Sunroad?
Use the North Exit.
### Which exit is best for the Ghibli Museum?
Use the Park Exit and continue through or around Inokashira Park.
### Can passengers travel directly to Shinjuku?
Yes. JR Chūō services provide direct connections.
### Can passengers travel directly to Shibuya?
Yes. The Keio Inokashira Line provides direct services.
### Can passengers travel directly to Tokyo Station?
Yes. Chūō Rapid trains provide direct services.
### Is Kichijōji Station accessible?
Accessible routes and elevators are available, but arrangements vary between the JR and Keio 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.