Map of Nishi-Nippori Station Tokyo – Train Lines, Exits & Transfer Guide

Nishi-Nippori Station is a major railway, subway and automated-transit interchange in Arakawa ward in northern Tokyo. The station connects JR East’s Yamanote and Keihin–Tōhoku lines with the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line and the Nippori–Toneri Liner.

The station is useful for journeys between central Tokyo, Kita-Senju, western Tokyo and residential districts across northern Tokyo. It is also within walking distance of the Yanaka neighbourhood and a short train journey from the airport interchange at Nippori.

This map of Nishi-Nippori Station Tokyo provides a location guide to the JR, subway and Nippori–Toneri Liner areas, major exits, transfer routes and nearby attractions.

## Quick Answer

Nishi-Nippori Station is located in Arakawa ward in northern Tokyo. Use Exit 2 for the Nippori–Toneri Liner, accessible street access and the main eastern station area, or Exit 1 for streets west of the railway and routes towards Yanaka.

## Map of Nishi-Nippori Station Tokyo

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## Where Is Nishi-Nippori Station Located?

Nishi-Nippori Station is located in the Nishi-Nippori district of Arakawa ward, Tokyo.

The station lies between Nippori and Tabata on the JR Yamanote and Keihin–Tōhoku lines.

The eastern side faces Ogubashi-dōri, local shops, bus stops and the elevated Nippori–Toneri Liner station.

The western side leads towards Dōkan-yama, Yanaka Ginza and residential streets around Sendagi.

The Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line platforms are underground beneath the JR station area.

The map marker identifies Exit 2 beside the JR station and Nippori–Toneri Liner connection.

## Train and Subway Services

## JR Yamanote Line

The Yamanote Line provides frequent loop services around central Tokyo.

### Towards Ueno and Tokyo

Clockwise destinations include Nippori, Ueno, Akihabara, Tokyo Station, Shimbashi and Shinagawa.

### Towards Ikebukuro and Shinjuku

Counterclockwise destinations include Tabata, Komagome, Sugamo, Ikebukuro, Shinjuku and Shibuya.

Passengers should check the direction because trains operate around the loop in opposite directions.

## JR Keihin–Tōhoku Line

The Keihin–Tōhoku Line provides north–south services through Tokyo.

### Towards Ueno and Yokohama

Southbound destinations include Nippori, Ueno, Akihabara, Tokyo Station, Shinagawa, Kawasaki and Yokohama.

### Towards Akabane and Ōmiya

Northbound destinations include Tabata, Ōji, Akabane, Urawa and Ōmiya.

Daytime rapid services may pass through Nishi-Nippori without stopping, so passengers should check the platform display and use the Yamanote Line when necessary.

## Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line

Nishi-Nippori is served by the Chiyoda Line as station C16.

### Towards Ōtemachi and Yoyogi-Uehara

Southbound and westbound destinations include Sendagi, Nezu, Shin-ochanomizu, Ōtemachi, Hibiya, Kasumigaseki, Akasaka, Omote-sandō and Yoyogi-Uehara.

Selected trains continue beyond Yoyogi-Uehara onto the Odakyu network.

### Towards Kita-Senju and Ayase

Northbound destinations include Machiya, Kita-Senju and Ayase.

Many trains continue beyond Ayase onto the JR Jōban Line Local towards Matsudo, Kashiwa, Abiko and Toride.

## Nippori–Toneri Liner

Nishi-Nippori is served by the elevated Nippori–Toneri Liner.

### Towards Nippori

Southbound services travel one stop to Nippori.

Nippori provides connections with JR services and Keisei trains towards Narita Airport.

### Towards Toneri-kōen and Minumadai-shinsuikōen

Northbound destinations include Akado-shōgakkō-mae, Kumanomae, Adachi-odai, Kōya, Toneri-kōen, Toneri and Minumadai-shinsuikōen.

The line serves residential districts across Arakawa and Adachi wards.

## Station Areas

### Exit 2

Exit 2 is the most useful general entrance for the JR station, Nippori–Toneri Liner and eastern station district.

It also provides the designated elevator route from the Tokyo Metro station.

The map marker identifies this entrance area.

### Exit 1

Exit 1 serves streets west of the railway.

It is useful for Dōkan-yama, Yanaka and residential areas towards Sendagi.

### JR Ticket Gate

The JR ticket gate provides access to the Yamanote and Keihin–Tōhoku platforms.

Follow the direction signs carefully because both lines serve stations towards Ueno and northern Tokyo.

### JR–Tokyo Metro Transfer Gate

A transfer gate connects JR East and the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line.

Passengers using paper tickets should ensure they have the correct fare or transfer ticket.

### Nippori–Toneri Liner Station

The liner platforms are elevated beside the eastern side of the station.

Passengers must pass through separate Toei Transportation ticket gates.

## Station Facilities

• JR East, Tokyo Metro and Toei 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 nearby

• Local bus stops

• Taxi pickup areas nearby

The three operators use separate station areas, so elevator and accessible transfer routes vary by line.

## Transfers Between Lines

### JR to the Chiyoda Line

Follow signs for the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line and use the designated transfer gate.

The subway platforms are beneath the JR station.

Allow approximately five to ten minutes for an unfamiliar transfer.

### JR to the Nippori–Toneri Liner

Leave the JR ticketed area and follow signs towards Exit 2 and the elevated liner station.

The operators use separate ticket gates.

### Chiyoda Line to the Nippori–Toneri Liner

Follow signs for Exit 2 and continue to the elevated liner entrance.

Allow approximately five to ten minutes, depending on the elevator or escalator route.

### Yamanote Line to Keihin–Tōhoku Line

Follow JR platform signs for the required direction.

Check whether the Keihin–Tōhoku service stops at Nishi-Nippori before planning the transfer.

## Transport Connections

### Ueno and Tokyo Station

The Yamanote and eligible Keihin–Tōhoku trains provide direct services towards Ueno and Tokyo Station.

### Ikebukuro and Shinjuku

The Yamanote Line provides direct services towards Ikebukuro, Shinjuku and Shibuya.

### Ōtemachi and Hibiya

The Chiyoda Line provides direct services to Ōtemachi and Hibiya.

### Kita-Senju

The Chiyoda Line provides direct services between Nishi-Nippori and Kita-Senju.

### Kashiwa

Eligible Chiyoda Line trains continue beyond Ayase onto the JR Jōban Line towards Kashiwa.

### Narita Airport

Take the Yamanote Line one stop to Nippori and transfer to a Keisei airport service.

Passengers should allow time to move between the JR and Keisei ticketed areas.

### Yanaka Ginza

Yanaka Ginza is within walking distance west of the station.

Exit 1 is generally the most convenient side for walking towards the historic Yanaka district.

### Toneri Park

Take the Nippori–Toneri Liner to Toneri-kōen Station.

### Local Buses

Local buses operate from stops around the station district.

Confirm the route number, destination and boarding side before travelling.

## Nearby Attractions

• Yanaka Ginza

• Dōkan-yama

• Suwa Shrine

• Yanaka Cemetery

• Sendagi district

• Nippori Fabric Town connections

• Arakawa ward shopping streets

• Toneri Park rail connections

## Visitor Tips

Use Exit 2 for the Nippori–Toneri Liner and accessible street access.

Use Exit 1 for Yanaka Ginza and streets west of the railway.

Use the Yamanote Line for Ueno, Tokyo, Ikebukuro, Shinjuku and Shibuya.

Use the Chiyoda Line for Ōtemachi, Hibiya, Omote-sandō, Kita-Senju and eligible Jōban Line services.

Use the Nippori–Toneri Liner for northern Arakawa and Adachi districts.

Check whether a daytime Keihin–Tōhoku rapid train stops at Nishi-Nippori.

Allow five to ten minutes when transferring between the three operators.

Use Nippori rather than Nishi-Nippori for direct Keisei airport services.

Keep your ticket or transport card available because JR East, Tokyo Metro and Toei use separate gates.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Where is Nishi-Nippori Station?

Nishi-Nippori Station is located in Arakawa ward in northern Tokyo.

### Which operators serve Nishi-Nippori?

The station is served by JR East, Tokyo Metro and Toei Transportation.

### Which lines serve Nishi-Nippori Station?

The station is served by the Yamanote Line, Keihin–Tōhoku Line, Chiyoda Line and Nippori–Toneri Liner.

### Which exit is best for the Nippori–Toneri Liner?

Use Exit 2.

### Which exit is best for Yanaka Ginza?

Exit 1 is generally the most convenient side for walking towards Yanaka.

### Can passengers travel directly to Tokyo Station?

Yes. The Yamanote Line and eligible Keihin–Tōhoku services provide direct connections.

### Can passengers travel directly to Shinjuku?

Yes. The Yamanote Line provides direct services.

### Can passengers travel directly to Ōtemachi?

Yes. The Chiyoda Line provides direct services.

### Is Nishi-Nippori the best station for Narita Airport?

Nippori Station is generally more convenient because it is directly served by Keisei airport trains.

### Is Nishi-Nippori Station accessible?

Accessible routes and elevators are available, including an elevator route through Exit 2, but arrangements vary between the JR, Tokyo Metro and liner 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.