Location & Access
Shin-Takashima Station (MM02) is strategically located in Nishi-ku, Yokohama, within the vibrant Minatomirai 5-chome area. This district is designated as one of Yokohama's "Twin Core" urban centers, highlighting its importance and accessibility. The station's underground design ensures seamless integration with the surrounding urban landscape.
Railway Lines
The station is exclusively served by the Minatomirai Line, operated by the third-sector railway company Yokohama Minatomirai Railway. It acts as a crucial link between Yokohama Station and the popular Minatomirai area, with the next station being Minatomirai towards Motomachi-Chūkagai. For those traveling from Yokohama, Shin-Takashima is the first stop on this convenient line.
Station History
Shin-Takashima Station officially opened its doors to the public on February 1, 2004. Its construction involved a collaborative effort, with structural design handled by TIS & PARTNARS and Yokoyama Architectural Structural Design Office, equipment design by Chiku Equipment Planning Research Institute, and construction undertaken by a joint venture of Shimizu Corporation, Okumura Corporation, and Takenaka Doboku JV. In fiscal year 2011, the station recorded an average daily ridership of 5,144 passengers, demonstrating its steady usage.
Travel Tips
As an underground station in a key urban core, Shin-Takashima offers excellent connectivity to the surrounding Minatomirai area, known for its modern architecture, shopping, and entertainment. Visitors can easily access nearby attractions upon exiting the station. Its direct connection to Yokohama Station makes it a convenient gateway for exploring the wider Yokohama region.
