Map of Shin-Yokohama Station Kanagawa – Shinkansen, Train Lines, Exits & Transfer Guide

Shin-Yokohama Station is Yokohama’s principal Shinkansen terminal and one of Kanagawa Prefecture’s most important railway interchanges. The station connects the Tokaido Shinkansen with the JR Yokohama Line, Yokohama Municipal Subway Blue Line and the Tokyu–Sotetsu Shin-Yokohama Line.

The station is located north of central Yokohama rather than beside Yokohama Station or the waterfront. Passengers arriving by Shinkansen generally continue by JR, subway or Tokyu–Sotetsu services to Yokohama, Minatomirai, Shibuya, central Tokyo or other parts of Kanagawa.

This map of Shin-Yokohama Station Kanagawa provides a location guide to the Shinkansen and local railway platforms, major exits, transfer routes, bus facilities and nearby attractions.

## Quick Answer

Shin-Yokohama Station is located in Kōhoku ward in northern Yokohama. Use the JR North Exit for Cubic Plaza, buses, taxis, Yokohama Arena and the Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum. Take the JR Yokohama Line for Yokohama and Machida, the Blue Line for central Yokohama or the Tokyu–Sotetsu lines for Hiyoshi, Shibuya and western Kanagawa.

## Map of Shin-Yokohama Station Kanagawa

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## Where Is Shin-Yokohama Station Located?

Shin-Yokohama Station is located in the Shin-Yokohama district of Kōhoku ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture.

The station stands north of central Yokohama and approximately five kilometres from Yokohama Station.

The North Exit faces Cubic Plaza Shin-Yokohama, hotels, bus stops, taxi facilities and the main city-centre side of the station.

Yokohama Arena and the Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum are within walking distance.

The subway and Tokyu–Sotetsu platforms are underground beneath the wider station district.

The map marker identifies the JR North Exit station plaza.

## Shinkansen and Train Services

## Tokaido Shinkansen

Shin-Yokohama is served by Tokaido Shinkansen trains operating between Tokyo and Shin-Ōsaka.

### Towards Tokyo

Eastbound destinations include Shinagawa and Tokyo Station.

Many journeys from Shin-Yokohama to Tokyo take only a short time, but passengers should check the train category and reservation requirements.

### Towards Nagoya and Osaka

Westbound destinations include Odawara, Nagoya, Kyoto and Shin-Ōsaka.

Many trains continue beyond Shin-Ōsaka onto the Sanyo Shinkansen towards Okayama, Hiroshima and Hakata.

### Train Categories

Nozomi, Hikari and Kodama trains have different stopping patterns.

Nozomi services make the fewest stops, while Kodama trains stop at every Tokaido Shinkansen station.

Passengers should check the departure time, platform, carriage number and seat reservation before boarding.

## JR Yokohama Line

The Yokohama Line connects Shin-Yokohama with Yokohama, Machida and Hachiōji.

### Towards Yokohama

Southbound and eastbound destinations include Kikuna and Higashi-Kanagawa.

Some trains continue directly beyond Higashi-Kanagawa to Yokohama Station.

Other services require passengers to transfer at Higashi-Kanagawa to a Keihin-Tōhoku Line train.

### Towards Machida and Hachiōji

Northbound and westbound destinations include Kozukue, Nakayama, Nagatsuta, Machida, Hashimoto and Hachiōji.

Local and rapid services have different stopping patterns.

Passengers should confirm whether the train is Local or Rapid and whether it continues to the required destination.

## Yokohama Municipal Subway Blue Line

Shin-Yokohama is served by the Blue Line.

### Towards Yokohama and Kannai

Southbound destinations include Kishine-kōen, Mitsuzawa-kamichō, Yokohama, Sakuragichō, Kannai and Bandōbashi.

The Blue Line is useful for central Yokohama, the waterfront and the Chinatown area with suitable onward connections.

### Towards Azamino

Northbound destinations include Kita-shin-yokohama, Center Minami and Azamino.

Azamino provides a transfer to the Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line.

## Tokyu and Sōtetsu Shin-Yokohama Lines

The underground Shin-Yokohama station connects the Tokyu Shin-Yokohama Line with the Sōtetsu Shin-Yokohama Line.

### Towards Hiyoshi and Central Tokyo

Northbound trains operate towards Shin-Tsunashima and Hiyoshi.

Many services continue beyond Hiyoshi onto the Tokyu Tōyoko or Meguro lines.

Through destinations may include Musashi-Kosugi, Meguro, Shibuya and stations on the Tokyo Metro, Toei, Seibu and Tobu networks.

### Towards Western Kanagawa

Southbound trains operate towards Hazawa Yokohama-Kokudai and Nishiya.

Many services continue onto Sōtetsu routes towards Futamatagawa, Yamato, Shōnandai or Ebina.

Through-running patterns vary considerably, so passengers should check the service type and final destination.

## Station Areas

### JR North Exit

The North Exit is the principal street-level entrance for the main Shin-Yokohama district.

It is convenient for Cubic Plaza, the main bus terminal, taxis, hotels, Yokohama Arena and the Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum.

The map marker identifies this entrance area.

### Shinkansen Central Gate

The Central Gate provides access to the main Shinkansen concourse, ticketing facilities, waiting areas and platforms.

### Shinkansen East and West Gates

Additional Shinkansen gates serve different parts of the station concourse and adjoining commercial areas.

Check the departure platform before choosing a gate.

### JR Yokohama Line Gates

The conventional JR gates provide access to the Yokohama Line platforms and transfer routes towards the Shinkansen.

### Blue Line Entrances

Numbered subway entrances are distributed around the station district.

Some are convenient for the JR North Exit, while others serve hotels, offices and streets south or east of the station.

### Tokyu–Sotetsu Station Area

The Tokyu–Sotetsu platforms are deep underground.

Follow signs for the Shin-Yokohama Line and allow additional time when transferring from the Shinkansen or JR Yokohama Line.

## Station Facilities

• JR Central and JR East ticketing facilities

• Shinkansen and reserved-seat ticket machines

• Subway and Tokyu–Sotetsu ticket machines

• Staffed ticket gates

• Passenger information displays

• Elevators, escalators and stairways

• Accessible routes

• Toilets and accessible toilets

• Coin lockers and luggage services

• Convenience stores

• Cafés and restaurants

• Cubic Plaza Shin-Yokohama

• Bus and taxi facilities

• Hotels around the station

Shin-Yokohama is a large multi-level interchange. Accessibility and elevator routes vary between the Shinkansen, JR, subway and Tokyu–Sotetsu areas.

## Transfers Between Lines

### Shinkansen to JR Yokohama Line

Follow signs for the conventional JR transfer gates.

Passengers using paper tickets should keep all required tickets available.

Allow approximately ten minutes for an unfamiliar transfer.

### Shinkansen to the Blue Line

Leave the JR ticketed area and follow signs for the Yokohama Municipal Subway.

The subway uses separate ticket gates and underground platforms.

Allow approximately ten to fifteen minutes.

### Shinkansen to the Tokyu–Sotetsu Lines

Follow signs for the Tokyu and Sōtetsu Shin-Yokohama lines.

The platforms are deep underground, so allow at least fifteen minutes for an unfamiliar transfer.

### Yokohama Line to Subway or Tokyu–Sotetsu

Leave the JR ticketed area and follow the coloured line signs.

Check whether you need the Blue Line or the separate Tokyu–Sotetsu Shin-Yokohama Line station.

## Transport Connections

### Yokohama Station

Use the JR Yokohama Line towards Higashi-Kanagawa and Yokohama.

Some trains continue directly, while others require a transfer at Higashi-Kanagawa.

The Blue Line also provides a direct service to Yokohama Station.

### Shibuya

Tokyu through services provide direct or connecting journeys towards Shibuya.

The exact route and stopping pattern depend on the train.

### Tokyo Station

The Tokaido Shinkansen provides a fast direct journey to Tokyo Station.

Conventional railway alternatives are available through Yokohama or Kikuna.

### Machida

The JR Yokohama Line provides direct services between Shin-Yokohama and Machida.

### Hachiōji

The Yokohama Line provides direct services towards Hachiōji.

### Haneda Airport

Common routes involve travelling through Yokohama or Shinagawa for Keikyu airport services.

Airport buses may also operate from Shin-Yokohama according to the timetable.

### Narita Airport

Common routes involve taking the Shinkansen to Tokyo Station for the Narita Express or travelling through another major interchange.

### Yokohama Arena

Yokohama Arena is within walking distance of the North Exit.

Allow extra time before and after major concerts or events because station entrances become crowded.

### Nissan Stadium

Nissan Stadium is west of the station and can be reached on foot.

Kozukue Station on the Yokohama Line may be more convenient for some stadium entrances.

### Local and Airport Buses

Bus services depart from the station forecourt and nearby stops.

Routes serve Haneda Airport, surrounding Yokohama districts and regional destinations.

Confirm the operator, stop number and departure location before travelling.

## Nearby Attractions

• Cubic Plaza Shin-Yokohama

• Yokohama Arena

• Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum

• Nissan Stadium

• Shinyokohama Park

• Yokohama F. Marinos facilities

• Prince Pepe shopping centre

• Shin-Yokohama Prince Hotel

• Tsurumi River walking routes

• Central Yokohama rail connections

## Visitor Tips

Do not confuse Shin-Yokohama Station with Yokohama Station.

Use Shin-Yokohama for the Tokaido Shinkansen.

Use the JR North Exit for Yokohama Arena, Cubic Plaza, buses and taxis.

Take the JR Yokohama Line or Blue Line for Yokohama Station.

Use the Yokohama Line for Machida and Hachiōji.

Use the Tokyu–Sotetsu lines for Hiyoshi, Musashi-Kosugi, Shibuya and western Kanagawa.

Allow at least ten minutes for transfers between the Shinkansen and Yokohama Line.

Allow approximately fifteen minutes when transferring between the Shinkansen and the deep underground Tokyu–Sotetsu platforms.

Check whether a Yokohama Line train continues directly to Yokohama or terminates at Higashi-Kanagawa.

Check the final destination of Tokyu–Sotetsu services because trains may continue onto several different railway networks.

Allow extra time during events at Yokohama Arena or Nissan Stadium.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Where is Shin-Yokohama Station?

Shin-Yokohama Station is located in Kōhoku ward in northern Yokohama.

### Is Shin-Yokohama the same as Yokohama Station?

No. Shin-Yokohama is the city’s principal Shinkansen station, while Yokohama Station is the main city-centre railway interchange.

### Which lines serve Shin-Yokohama?

The station is served by the Tokaido Shinkansen, JR Yokohama Line, Yokohama Municipal Subway Blue Line and Tokyu–Sotetsu Shin-Yokohama lines.

### Which exit is best for Yokohama Arena?

Use the JR North Exit.

### Can passengers travel directly to Tokyo?

Yes. The Tokaido Shinkansen provides direct services to Tokyo Station.

### Can passengers travel directly to Yokohama Station?

Yes. The Blue Line provides direct services. Some Yokohama Line trains also continue directly to Yokohama.

### Can passengers travel directly to Machida?

Yes. The JR Yokohama Line provides direct services.

### Can passengers travel directly to Shibuya?

Selected Tokyu through services provide direct journeys towards Shibuya.

### Is Shin-Yokohama Station accessible?

Accessible routes and elevators are available, but arrangements vary between the Shinkansen, JR, subway and Tokyu–Sotetsu 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.