Tokorozawa Station facts for kids
Tokorozawa Station (所沢駅,ところざわえき) is a very busy train station in Tokorozawa, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. It's a key part of the Seibu train system. This station helps thousands of people travel every day. It's a major hub where two important train lines meet.
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What Trains Stop Here?
Tokorozawa Station is a big meeting point for trains. It connects two main Seibu lines:
- The Seibu Shinjuku Line
- The Seibu Ikebukuro Line
Seibu Shinjuku Line
This line connects Tokorozawa to places like Higashi-Murayama and Kōkū-kōen. It also has special express trains that go to Sayamashi. Many different types of trains stop here, from local trains to faster express services.
Seibu Ikebukuro Line
The Seibu Ikebukuro Line is another important route. It connects Tokorozawa to big areas like Ikebukuro in Tokyo. It also reaches places like Hibarigaoka and Nishi-Tokorozawa. Just like the Shinjuku Line, it has various train types, including limited express and rapid trains.
Station Features
Tokorozawa Station is designed to handle many passengers. It has several platforms where trains arrive and depart. The station has modern facilities to make travel easy for everyone. You can find shops and places to eat inside and near the station. It's a lively spot in the city.
Images for kids
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The platforms in January 2021
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Tokorozawa station in 1952, showing how it looked long ago.
