Sengakuji Station, Underground railway station in Takanawa, Japan
Sengakuji Station is an underground railway station in the Takanawa district of southern Tokyo, served by two train lines. It connects the Keikyu Main Line with the Toei Asakusa Line, and has four tracks with two platform faces arranged for cross-platform transfers.
The station opened in 1968, during a period of rapid growth in Tokyo's public transport network. The connection between the Keikyu private railway and the city's subway system was established here to improve travel across the southern part of the city.
The station takes its name from the nearby Sengakuji Temple, which holds the graves of the 47 Ronin and their lord. Visitors passing through often make a short detour to the temple, which is just a few minutes on foot from the exit.
The station is entirely underground and well connected to the rest of Tokyo's transport network, making it a practical stop for both commuters and visitors. Signs are posted in both Japanese and English, which helps with navigation even on a first visit.
Passengers can change between the Keikyu and Asakusa lines directly across the platform, without using any stairs or escalators. This cross-platform transfer setup is found at very few stations in Tokyo and makes the connection unusually smooth.
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