Ginza Station facts for kids
Ginza Station (銀座駅、ぎんざえき) is a very important railway station in Tokyo, Japan. It is located in the famous Ginza area of Chūō ward. This station is a major hub for the Tokyo Metro subway system. Many people use it every day to travel around the city. Ginza Station helps connect different parts of Tokyo.
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What is Ginza Station?
Ginza Station is a large underground station. It serves as a meeting point for three different subway lines. These lines are part of the Tokyo Metro system. The station is deep underground in the busy Ginza district. This area is famous for its shops, restaurants, and entertainment.
A Busy Hub
Ginza Station is one of the busiest stations in Tokyo. It connects people to many popular places. You can easily reach shopping areas, theaters, and business districts from here. The station helps millions of people move around Tokyo every day. It is a key part of the city's transportation network.
Subway Lines at Ginza Station
Ginza Station is special because three different Tokyo Metro lines stop here. This makes it a great place to transfer between lines. Each line has its own color and number. This helps people find their way easily.
Ginza Line
The Ginza Line is one of the oldest subway lines in Asia. It is shown with the color saffron. Ginza Station is stop G 09 on this line.
- Shimbashi (G 08)
- Ginza (G 09)
- Kyōbashi (G 10)
Marunouchi Line
The Marunouchi Line is known for its bright red color. Ginza Station is stop M 16 on this line. It connects to many important areas.
- Kasumigaseki (M 15)
- Ginza (M 16)
- Tokyo (M 17)
Hibiya Line
The Hibiya Line is shown with the color gray. Ginza Station is stop H 08 on this line. This line also connects to many popular spots.
- Hibiya (H 07)
- Ginza (H 08)
- Higashi-Ginza (H 09)
Station Features
Ginza Station has many features to help travelers. There are clear signs in Japanese and English. You can find ticket machines and information counters. The platforms are designed to be safe and easy to use. Some platforms even have special doors. These doors open only when a train arrives. This helps keep everyone safe.
Getting Around
The station has many exits. Each exit leads to a different part of the Ginza area. You can find maps inside the station. These maps show you where each exit goes. This makes it easy to find your way to shops, theaters, or other places.
History of Ginza Station
Ginza Station first opened in 1934. It was part of the original Ginza Line. Over the years, more lines were added. The Marunouchi Line opened in 1957. The Hibiya Line started serving Ginza Station in 1964. The station has grown and changed a lot since it first opened. It continues to be a vital part of Tokyo's transportation.
Images for kids
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Entry to Ginza Metro station at Sukiyabashi intersection, 2020
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Ginza Line platforms, 2007
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New platform screen doors as used on the Ginza Line platform, 2018
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Marunouchi Line platforms, 2018
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Hibiya Line platforms, 2019
