Location & Access
Jimbohara Station is conveniently located in the town of Kamisato, within the Kodama District of Saitama Prefecture, Japan. As a staffed station, it offers a degree of assistance to travelers. Its strategic position makes it a key access point for residents and visitors to the area.
Railway Lines
Operated by the East Japan Railway Company (JR East), Jimbohara Station is a vital stop on the Takasaki Line. It also provides direct services via the Shōnan–Shinjuku Line, connecting to the Tōkaidō Line via Shinjuku Station, and the Ueno–Tokyo Line, which also connects to the Tōkaidō Line via Ueno and Tokyo Stations. This extensive network offers excellent connectivity to major urban centers.
Station History
Jimbohara Station has a long history, having first opened its doors to passengers on November 15, 1897. Over its many decades of operation, it has served as a crucial transportation hub for the local community and continues to do so today. In fiscal year 2019, the station recorded an average of 2799 daily passengers, highlighting its continued importance.
Travel Tips
When traveling from Jimbohara Station, you can reach Shinmachi towards Takasaki or Maebashi on the Takasaki Line. For those heading towards Tokyo, the Local service on the Takasaki Line will take you there. The Shōnan–Shinjuku Line offers Special Rapid services towards Odawara, while the Rapid service on the same line connects towards Maebashi.
