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Honjo-Azumabashi

Tokyo Metro · Zone 1Opened 1960 Step-free access
Facilities
ToiletsInfo Desk

About Honjo-Azumabashi

Honjo-Azumabashi Station is a well-connected residential station on the Toei Asakusa Line, serving the local community since 1960. The surrounding neighbourhood offers a genuine slice of everyday Tokyo life, with shopping streets, local restaurants and parks within easy reach of the exits.

Station Overview

Honjo-Azumabashi Station opened in 1960 and forms part of the Toei Asakusa Line. It sits within Zone 1 and is served by regular services throughout the day. The station is a useful stopping point for accessing the residential areas of this part of Tokyo.

Lines and Connectivity

The Toei Asakusa Line provides frequent connections to central Tokyo interchanges. From Honjo-Azumabashi, it is straightforward to reach the major transfer stations and continue to any part of the network.

Station Layout and Facilities

Honjo-Azumabashi Station has a clean, functional layout with clear signage in both Japanese and English. Basic facilities include toilets and an IC card reader at the gates. Convenience stores and local shops are available close to the exits at street level.

Accessibility

Honjo-Azumabashi Station has lifts providing step-free access to the platform. The surrounding streets are generally flat and accessible.

Travel Tips

  • Use a Suica or Pasmo IC card to tap in and out - faster than buying individual tickets.
  • Check Google Maps for the specific exit closest to your destination before leaving the platform.
  • Morning rush (08:00-09:30) sees higher passenger numbers on the Toei Asakusa Line.
  • The area around the station has local shopping streets good for everyday needs.

Nearby Attractions

The station primarily serves the surrounding residential neighbourhood. Central Tokyo attractions are accessible via the Toei Asakusa Line to major interchange stations.

Timings and Best Time to Travel

Services run from approximately 05:00 to just after midnight. Mid-morning (10:00-12:00) and mid-afternoon (13:30-16:30) are the quietest periods for travel.

Traveller Tips

  • 1Use a Suica or Pasmo IC card to tap in and out at Honjo-Azumabashi Station
  • 2Check which exit is closest to your destination using the station map
  • 3Services run from approximately 05:00 to just after midnight
  • 4The Toei Asakusa Line connects Honjo-Azumabashi to the central Tokyo network

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Step-free access
Audio announcements
Visual displays
Accessible toilets
Tactile guides

Frequently Asked Questions

QWhich line serves Honjo-Azumabashi Station?

Honjo-Azumabashi is served by the Toei Asakusa Line.

QIs Honjo-Azumabashi Station wheelchair accessible?

Yes. Honjo-Azumabashi Station has lifts providing step-free access to the platform. Exits at street level are also accessible.

QWhen did Honjo-Azumabashi Station open?

Honjo-Azumabashi Station opened in 1960 as part of the Toei Asakusa Line network.

QWhat time does the metro run at Honjo-Azumabashi?

Services at Honjo-Azumabashi run from approximately 05:00 to just after midnight daily. Check the Tokyo Metro or Toei app for exact first and last train times.

QHow do I pay at Honjo-Azumabashi Station?

Tap in and out with a Suica or Pasmo IC card at the gates. You can also buy paper tickets at the machines - select English on the screen.

Station Location

Nearby Attractions

  • Central Tokyo via Toei Asakusa Line