Definition: Shibamata Station is a railway station located in Katsushika Ward, Tokyo, Japan.
Overview: Shibamata Station is served by the Keisei Electric Railway's Kanamachi Line. It is situated in the Shibamata district, known for its historical and cultural significance within the greater Tokyo metropolitan area. The station provides access to local residential areas, temples, and tourist attractions, including the nearby Shibamata Taishakuten Temple complex.
Etymology/Origin: The name "Shibamata" is derived from the local place name, which has historical roots in the Edo period. "Mata" can refer to a fork or branch, and "Shiba" may refer to grass or a place name, though the precise etymological origin of the full name is tied to regional geography and development.
Characteristics:
- Station code: KS43 (assigned by Keisei Electric Railway)
- Number of platforms: 2 side platforms
- Number of tracks: 2
- Located above ground
- Opened on December 9, 1933
- Located approximately 2.4 kilometers from the line's terminus at Keisei Kanamachi Station
- The station is unattended at certain times but has automated ticket machines and Suica-compatible fare gates.
The area around Shibamata Station is known for its traditional atmosphere, preserved streetscapes, and association with the long-running Japanese film and television series "Otoko wa Tsurai yo" (It's Tough Being a Man), whose protagonist, Tora-san, is from Shibamata.
Related Topics:
- Keisei Electric Railway
- Kanamachi Line
- Katsushika Ward, Tokyo
- Shibamata Taishakuten
- Otoko wa Tsurai yo (Tora-san series)
- Railway transport in Tokyo