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