Tochōmae Station facts for kids
Tochōmae Station is a busy train station in Shinjuku, a lively part of Tokyo, Japan. It's like a big hub where people catch trains to go all over the city. This station is an important stop on the Toei Ōedo Line, helping thousands of people travel every day.
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Exploring Tochōmae Station in Tokyo
Tochōmae Station is a key railway station located in the heart of Shinjuku. Shinjuku is one of Tokyo's 23 special wards. These wards are like special districts that make up the big city of Tokyo. The station is named "Tochōmae" because it's very close to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, which is often called "Tochō" for short. This building is where important decisions for Tokyo are made.
Getting Around: Train Lines and Connections
Tochōmae Station is a major stop on the Toei Ōedo Line. This train line is part of Tokyo's huge subway system. It helps people travel quickly underground to many different parts of the city.
The Toei Ōedo Line runs in a loop, connecting many important areas. From Tochōmae Station, you can easily reach other stations:
- If you want to go towards Iidabashi or Ryōgoku, your next stop is Shinjuku-nishiguchi (E 01).
- If you're heading towards Roppongi, Daimon, Nerima, or Hikarigaoka, your next stop is Nishi-shinjuku-gochōme (E 29).
- You can also connect to the very busy Shinjuku (E 27) from here. Shinjuku Station is one of the busiest train stations in the world!
Each station on the Toei Ōedo Line has a special code. Tochōmae Station is known as E 28. This code helps people find their way around the subway system easily.
Cool Things to See at the Station
Even though it's a busy place, Tochōmae Station has some interesting features. Like many modern stations in Tokyo, it's designed to be efficient and easy to use. You might notice cool art or unique designs as you walk through the concourse. These often reflect the local area or Japanese culture.
Images for kids
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A sculpture in the station's concourse
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The train platforms in May 2018
