Journey Through Ibaraki: A Complete List of Stations on the Joban Line

11/07/2023

Ibaraki Prefecture is a region where stunning natural landscapes, a rich history, and a vibrant culture merge beautifully.

The JR Joban Line, which runs through Ibaraki Prefecture from south to north, delicately portrays the diverse charms of this area, connecting urban and rural landscapes, as well as sea and mountains.

Starting from Toride Station in the southern part of the prefecture, passing through stations like Hitachino-Ushiku and Tsuchiura, and culminating in the historical journey at Mito Station, before reaching the northernmost Otsu Port Station, this train line promises to be a delightful companion on your exploration of the attractions that this charming region offers.

Each station is surrounded by essential facilities and a setting where you can feel a coexistence with nature. Particularly, the vicinity of Mito Station is a district where history and culture are alive, offering numerous discoveries that can color your new life.

For those considering a new life in Ibaraki Prefecture, the Joban Line offers a myriad of possibilities. A calm natural environment, delicious local produce, and warm community ties are sure to enrich your new lifestyle.

Stations in Ibaraki pref. (Johan Line)

Station In Kanji Location Note
Toride 取手 Toride
Transfer to Kanto Railway Joso Line
Fujishiro 藤代 Toride
Ryūgasaki-shi 龍ケ崎市 Ryūgasaki
Transfer to Kanto Railway Ryugasaki Line (Sanuki Station)
The name of the station was changed from “Sanuki Station" to “Ryugasaki-shi Station" on March 14, 2020.
Ushiku 牛久 Ushiku
Hitachino-Ushiku ひたち野うしく Ushiku
Arakawaoki 荒川沖 Tsuchiura
Tsuchiura 土浦 Tsuchiura
Kandatsu 神立 Tsuchiura
Takahama 高浜 Ishioka
Ishioka 石岡 Ishioka
Hatori 羽鳥 Omitama
Iwama 岩間 Kasama
Tomobe 友部 Kasama
Transfer to Mito Line (to Oyama Station in Tochigi pref.)
Uchihara 内原 Mito
Akatsuka 赤塚 Mito
Kairakuen 偕楽園 Mito
Temporary station only during the Kairakuen Plum Festival in February
Mito 水戸 Mito
Transfer to Suigun Line, Kashima Rinkai Railway Oarai-Kashima Line
Katsuta 勝田 Hitachinaka
Transfer Hitachinaka Seaside Railway Minato Line
Sawa 佐和 Hitachinaka
Tōkai 東海 Tōkai, Naka District
Ōmika 大甕 Hitachi
Hitachi-Taga 常陸多賀 Hitachi
Hitachi 日立 Hitachi
Ogitsu 小木津 Hitachi
Jūō 十王 Hitachi
Takahagi 高萩 Takahagi
Minami-Nakagō 南中郷 Kitaibaraki
Isohara 磯原 Kitaibaraki
Ōtsukō 大津港 Kitaibaraki