Nakajo Toll booth

The Nakajo Toll Booth is an exit station on the Nihonkai-Tohoku Expressway with multiple lanes serving different payment methods. The facility features automated payment systems, staffed windows, and dedicated lanes for electronic toll collection.

The station opened in 2001 when this section of expressway began operations as part of regional infrastructure development. It has served as a connection between the Nakajo interchange and the Arakawa-Tainai interchange since then.

The toll booth serves as a checkpoint where the country's methodical approach to highway management becomes visible to travelers. Staff members maintain a respectful and orderly environment that reflects broader values in Japanese service culture.

Drivers holding electronic toll cards can use dedicated lanes to pass through quickly without stopping at a booth. Cash payments are also accepted at staffed windows for those without electronic cards.

The facility processes thousands of vehicles daily, reflecting its role as a vital connection in the region's transportation network. This high volume demonstrates why modern automated systems are essential for managing flow on busy expressways.