Location & Access
Kumegawa Station is conveniently located in Higashimurayama, Tokyo, making it an accessible point for both local residents and visitors. While the station shares its name with the Kumegawa-cho area in northern Higashimurayama, it's important to note that Higashi-Murayama Station is actually the closest to that specific district. Both the station and the namesake town are situated within the historical boundaries of the former Kitatama District Kumegawa Village, which is the origin of their shared name. The station also features a bus terminal, providing seamless connections to other parts of the city.
Railway Lines
Kumegawa Station is a key stop on the Seibu Shinjuku Line, operated by Seibu Railway. It is identified by the station code SS20 and is situated 24.6 km from Seibu-Shinjuku Station. Travelers can easily connect to major hubs, with Kodaira Station (SS19) being the preceding stop towards Seibu-Shinjuku and Higashi-Murayama Station (SS21) following towards Hon-Kawagoe. The station serves Local, Semi Express, and Express services, offering flexible travel options.
Station History
Kumegawa Station officially opened its doors to passengers on April 16, 1927. Over the decades, it has grown to become an important transportation hub for the Higashimurayama area. In fiscal year 2019, the station recorded an average daily ridership of 32,638, highlighting its significance in the local railway network.
