Location & Access
Chitose-Karasuyama Station is situated in Minami-Karasuyama 6-chome, Setagaya, Tokyo. It's a key transportation hub, especially notable for being the westernmost station of the Keio Line within Tokyo's 23 special wards. The station is well-connected, offering bus services to various destinations, making it convenient for both local residents and visitors exploring the area.
Railway Lines
The station is operated by Keio Corporation and serves the Keio Line. It's a significant stop, with all trains except the 'Keio Liner' and 'Mt. TAKAO' services stopping here. Its station code is KO12. To the east, the preceding stations are Roka-kōen (Local) and Hachimanyama (Rapid), while to the west, the line continues towards Sengawa (Semi Express) and Tsutsujigaoka (Express), eventually reaching Chōfu.
Station History
Chitose-Karasuyama Station first opened in 1913. It was originally known simply as Karasuyama Station until 1929 when its name was changed to Chitose-Karasuyama. This long history reflects its importance in the development of the Keio Line and the surrounding Setagaya area.
Travel Tips
With a daily ridership of over 74,000 in FY2011, Chitose-Karasuyama is a busy station. If you're planning to travel further west on the Keio Line, note that trains cross the Setagaya-Chōfu border just west of the station in Kyuden. The station's comprehensive bus connections provide excellent opportunities to explore the wider Setagaya district.