Sumiyoshi Station (Tokyo)

Sumiyoshi Station is a railway station in Koto, Tokyo, Japan. It is served by two subway lines: the Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line (station number Z-12) and the Toei Subway Shinjuku Line (station number S-12).

Location: The station is situated in the Sumiyoshi neighborhood of Koto ward, a primarily residential and commercial area.

Lines and Services:

• Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line: This line connects Sumiyoshi to Shibuya, Oshiage (for Tobu lines), and other major areas of Tokyo. Trains run frequently, providing access to business, shopping, and entertainment districts.
• Toei Shinjuku Line: This line runs from Shinjuku to Motoyawata, connecting Sumiyoshi to locations such as Ichigaya, Jimbocho, and Bakuro-yokoyama. It offers convenient access to areas with historical landmarks, universities, and wholesale districts.

Station Layout: Sumiyoshi Station has separate platforms for each line. Passengers transferring between the Hanzomon and Shinjuku lines can do so via connecting passageways within the station. The station features multiple exits leading to various points in the surrounding neighborhood.

Nearby Points of Interest: Some notable locations in the vicinity of Sumiyoshi Station include:

• Kameido Tenjin Shrine: A famous Shinto shrine known for its beautiful wisteria blossoms.
• Sunamachi Ginza Shopping Street: A traditional shopping street with a wide variety of shops and restaurants.
• Various local parks and residential areas.

History: The station opened on December 21, 1978, with the opening of the Toei Shinjuku Line. The Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line began service to Sumiyoshi on January 26, 1989.