Location & Access
Yoshinohara Station (よしのはら駅) is situated in Yoshinocho, Kita Ward, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture. It is a key stop on the Saitama New Urban Transit Ina Line, also known as the New Shuttle. The station's unique location places it alongside the elevated tracks of the Tohoku Shinkansen and Joetsu Shinkansen, offering a distinctive urban landscape.
Railway Lines
Yoshinohara Station is served exclusively by the Ina Line (伊奈線) of the New Shuttle. This 12.7-kilometer (7.9 mi) line operates as a manually driven rubber-tyred people mover system, connecting Ōmiya Station in Saitama to Uchijuku Station in Ina. The line is double-tracked from Ōmiya to Maruyama Station and single-tracked from Maruyama to Uchijuku, with Yoshinohara being station number NS06.
Station History
The New Shuttle system, and consequently Yoshinohara Station, commenced operations on December 22, 1983. For over four decades, it has provided essential transportation for residents and commuters in the Greater Tokyo Area, particularly within Saitama Prefecture. The system is operated by Saitama New Urban Transit Co., Ltd., a third-sector railway company with major shareholders including East Japan Railway Company and Tobu Railway.
Travel Tips
When visiting Yoshinohara Station, travelers can experience the unique ride of the New Shuttle, a rubber-tyred automated guideway transit system. Its proximity to the Shinkansen lines offers interesting views. The line provides convenient access to various parts of Saitama Prefecture, making it a practical choice for exploring the region north of Ōmiya.
