Definition
Yono Station (与野駅, Yono-eki) is a passenger railway station located in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. It is operated by East Japan Railway Company (JR East) and served by the Keihin‑Tōhoku Line.
Overview
Yono Station is situated in the former city of Yono, which was merged into Saitama City in 2001. The station lies 30.8 km north of Tokyo Station, the southern terminus of the Keihin‑Tōhoku Line, and functions as a local commuter hub within the Greater Tokyo metropolitan area. It is staffed, provides ticketing facilities, and is equipped with automatic ticket gates.
Etymology / Origin
The name “Yono” is written with the kanji 与 (yo, meaning “to give”) and 野 (no, meaning “field” or “plain”). The toponym originates from the historic name of the area, which historically referred to agricultural fields that were granted or managed by local authorities. The station adopted this established place name upon its opening.
Characteristics
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Operator | East Japan Railway Company (JR East) |
| Line(s) Served | Keihin‑Tōhoku Line (Rapid and Local services) |
| Distance from Tokyo Station | 30.8 km |
| Opening Date | 1 April 1969 |
| Station Layout | Two side platforms serving two tracks; platforms are connected to an elevated station building that houses the ticket gates and concourse. |
| Accessibility | Elevators and escalators provide barrier‑free access between the concourse and platforms. |
| Staffing | Station is staffed during daytime hours; a “Midori no Madoguchi” ticket office is available for passenger services. |
| Passenger Use | In fiscal year 2019, JR East reported an average daily ridership of approximately 30,000 boarding passengers. |
| Surrounding Area | The station is surrounded by residential neighborhoods, local commercial streets, and public facilities such as the former Yono City Hall, Yono Library, and several schools. It also provides convenient access to nearby parks and the Ōmiya River. |
| Connections | Bus stops adjacent to the station serve local municipal bus routes; no direct subway or other rail connections are present. |
Related Topics
- Keihin‑Tōhoku Line – The commuter rail line that links Saitama, Tokyo, and Kanagawa Prefectures.
- JR East (East Japan Railway Company) – The railway operator responsible for Yono Station and many other lines in eastern Japan.
- Saitama Prefecture – The administrative region encompassing Saitama City and the Yono area.
- Yono (former city) – The former municipality merged into Saitama City in 2001; the name persists in local place names and institutions.
- Saitama City – The capital city of Saitama Prefecture, of which Yono is now a ward (Yono‑ku).
All information presented is derived from publicly available sources such as JR East’s official station data and municipal records.