In a nutshell
Nakano is also known as the "city of subculture" and is home to many shops that sell anime, manga, and games.
On the other hand, in recent years, redevelopment has progressed and the city has become established as a ``livable city.''
The number of people choosing properties near Nakano Station is increasing year by year, as it has good access to the city center.
Ease of living in Nakano
We will introduce information about the area around Nakano Station, available lines, ease of living, etc.
| convenience | ★★★★★ |
| access | ★★★★★ |
| Public order | ★★★★☆ |
| rent | ★★★★★ |
| Number of restaurants | ★★★★☆ |
Routes that can be used
Nakano Station is served by three lines: the Chuo Line, Sobu Line, and Tozai Line.
As this is the starting station for the Tozai Line, there is a high possibility that you can sit and commute to work or school even during rush hours.
Routes that can be used
Chuo Line Sobu Line Tozai Line
First train/last train *For weekday schedules
Chuo Line Tokyo 5:58/23:58
Chuo Line towards Tachikawa/Takao 6:25/0:20
Sobu Line Tokyo/Chiba area 4:25/0:30
Sobu Line Mitaka direction 4:25/1:08
Tozai Line Nishi-Funabashi area 5:00/0:00
Quote: https://suumo.jp/journal/2016/08/08/116082/
Time required to major stations
From Nakano Station, you can reach any major station within 30 minutes.
In particular, Shinjuku Station is only 3 stations away, making it very accessible.
| Station name | Time required | Number of transfers |
| To Shinjuku station | Approximately 6 minutes | none |
| To Shibuya Station | Approximately 15 minutes | Once |
| To Ikebukuro station | Approximately 17 minutes | Once |
| To Shinagawa station | Approximately 30 minutes | Once |
| To Tokyo station | Approximately 19 minutes | none |
Last train from major stations
In the Shibuya/Shinjuku area, the last train leaves until around 1 a.m., so you can hang out until late at night.
| Station name | weekdays | Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays |
| Get on from Shinjuku Station | 1:01 | 1:01 |
| Get on from Shibuya Station | 0:52 | 0:52 |
| Take the train from Ikebukuro Station | 0:38 | 0:38 |
| Get on from Shinagawa Station | 0:38 | 0:52 |
| Get on from Tokyo Station | 0:35 | 0:35 |
bus
Buses from three bus companies operate from Nakano Station.
Depending on your destination, it may be convenient to take a bus.
Quote: https://busbus.exblog.jp/8213183/
Available buses: Keio Electric Railway Bus, Kanto Bus, Kokusai Kogyo Bus
To Asagaya Station…about 24 minutes
To Okubo Station…about 9 minutes
To Shinjuku Station…about 12 minutes
To Ikebukuro Station…about 37 minutes
To Nerima Station…about 38 minutes
To Sasazuka Station…about 14 minutes
Rent market price
Around Nakano Station, you can find 1R properties for single people starting from 60,000 to 70,000 yen.
Rent prices are low despite being close to the city center, and the area is popular because it is easy to find a property.
| Nakano station market price 1R | Nakano Ward market price 1R | XROSS HOUSE share-house |
| 72,200 yen | 74,200 yen | 50,800 yen |
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Supermarket information around the station
There are supermarkets scattered around Nakano Station, and many stores are open until late at night.
There is also Don Quijote at the north exit!
You will hardly experience any inconvenience when shopping.
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| Store name | business hours | Time from station (walking) |
| Life Nakano Ekimae store | 9:30-1:00 | 4 minutes |
| Seiyu Nakano store | 10:00～23:00 | 7 minutes |
| Ito-Yokado Food Store Nakano Store | 10:00-22:00 | 7 minutes |
| My Basket Nakano Station West Store | 8:00～0:00 | 4 minutes |
| Peacock Store Nakano Marui Store | 9:00～23:00 | 2 minutes |
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Restaurant information around the station
Restaurants are concentrated around the station.
There are very few restaurants away from the station, so eat out near the station.
There are restaurants lined up in Sun Mall Nakano, but if you go further down Sun Mall, you'll find a lively bar area where people come from nearby stations as well.
Also, the south exit is a ramen battleground, so it's a must-see for ramen lovers!
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Quote: https://www.kaitoritaiyo.jp/useful/station/4931
Amusement and leisure information around the station
Entertainment facilities are not as abundant as in the city center, but there are at least some facilities such as game centers and bowling alleys.
If you just want to kill some time, you can enjoy it without having to go to other areas.
There is a large park just a short walk away where you can enjoy a picnic!
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| Genre | Number of houses |
| Arcade | 2 houses |
| pachinko parlor | 12 houses |
| manga cafe | 4 houses |
| bowling alley | 1 house |
History of Nakano
Nakano has long been a highly populated area due to its proximity to central Tokyo areas such as Shinjuku and Shibuya.
The post-war recovery has been especially remarkable, and the city has developed into a commuter town close to the city center.
In 2012, large-scale redevelopment was carried out around the north exit of Nakano Station, and high-rise buildings began to appear in the area.
Today, it is still a popular area in Tokyo, with many people living there commuting to the city center for work or school.
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