Location & Access
Itsutsubashi Station (五橋駅) is strategically located in Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, making it a convenient access point for various destinations within the city. The station is identified by the station code N11 and is situated at 38°15′07″N 140°52′52″E. While primarily serving the Sendai Subway, the station also offers connections to local bus services, enhancing its accessibility for commuters and visitors alike.
Railway Lines
The station is an integral part of the Sendai Subway Namboku Line, operated by the Sendai City Transportation Bureau. It is positioned 9.4 km (5.8 mi) from Izumi-Chūō. Itsutsubashi Station features one island platform, facilitating smooth passenger flow. The preceding station on the Namboku Line is Sendai (N10) towards Izumi-Chūō, and the following station is Atagobashi (N12) towards Tomizawa.
Station History
Itsutsubashi Station officially opened its doors on July 15, 1987, making it over 38 years old. Notably, the station once shared its name with a former Sendai City Tram stop, 五ツ橋停留場 (Itsutsubashi Teiryūjō), highlighting its long-standing significance in Sendai's public transport history. As of FY 2015, the station recorded a daily ridership of 5,857, underscoring its importance to the local community. The station also holds the sub-name "Tohoku Gakuin University-mae" until March 31, 2025, indicating its proximity to the university.
