Minami-Senju Station — Local services in Tokyo

⚠️ For Tourists — Important Notice about Rush Hours ※JR (not )

If you’re traveling with large luggage or suitcases, avoid taking the train from Minami-Senju Station between 7:15 AM and 9:00 AM. During this time, trains are extremely crowded with commuters, and it’s very difficult to board with big bags.

Here are some tips if you must travel during rush hour:

Wait at the end cars of the train. Try to keep groups small — about 2–3 people per door is ideal. Large groups cannot all board through the same door easily.

↓This information applies only to JR trains. The subway and Tsukuba Express are different lines.↓ Take the train bound for Ueno Station. Trains going to Shinagawa Station are usually much more crowded.

Ride just two stops to Nippori Station. From there, you can:

Wait on the same platform for the next Shinagawa-bound train if you’re heading to Ueno, Tokyo, Shimbashi, or Shinagawa.

Or transfer at Nippori to another line, depending on your destination.

Minami-Senju is convenient, but during weekday mornings it’s best to plan around the rush hour — you’ll have a much more...

Minami Senju Station is a surprisingly convenient hub! Easy access to multiple train lines (JR, Tokyo Metro, Tsukuba Express) makes getting around Tokyo and beyond a breeze. The station itself is well-maintained and clearly signposted. While not the most bustling or glamorous station, it's efficient and gets the job done without any fuss. Plus, there are some decent shops and eateries around the exits. A solid and...

H20. From Narita, you have to take a Keisei line train, going to Nippori or Ueno. From Nippori, you take a JR train to here. From Ueno, a subway train.

Easy enough to get to and fro, though quite far from the popular touristy spots.

Lots of cheap hotels nearby priced at around 3000-4000 yen a night. I stayed in one. It had very functional and clean facilities, so if that's anything to go by, I'd say the hotels...