Location & Access
Nakanosakae Station is conveniently located in Miyagino-ku, Sendai, Miyagi, Japan, specifically at 4 Sakae, Miyagino-ku. As part of JR East's 'Sendai City' system, it holds the distinction of being the easternmost station within this designated area on the Senseki Line. The station is staffed and features a Midori no Madoguchi (ticket office), making it easy for travelers to purchase tickets and receive assistance.
Railway Lines
The station is exclusively served by the JR East Senseki Line, connecting it to various points within Sendai and beyond. It is situated 10.3 km from Aoba-dōri Station, a key hub in central Sendai. The preceding station towards Aoba-dōri is Rikuzen-Takasago, while the following station towards Ishinomaki is Tagajō. Nakanosakae Station operates with two side platforms and two tracks.
Travel Tips
A notable feature of Nakanosakae Station is its inclusion in the alternative transport system with the Sendai Subway. In cases of service disruption on the Senseki Line's Sendai City section (between Nakanosakae and Aoba-dōri), passengers may be eligible for alternative transport via the Sendai Subway Tozai Line (between Aobadori-Ichibancho Station and Arai Station), with Arai Station designated as the alternative transfer station for Nakanosakae. This provides a valuable backup for commuters and travelers. The station opened on April 1, 1981, and in FY2018, it served an average of 5580 daily passengers, highlighting its importance to the local community.
