The railway network in Tokyo is so intricate that it can be hard to tell “which station gets me to Hamamatsuchō the quickest.”
Hamamatsuchō Station is a junction for JR and the Tokyo Monorail, giving radial access toward Haneda Airport, the Keihin-Tōhoku Line, the Toei Asakusa Line (transfer at Daimon), and the Toei Ōedo Line (transfer at Daimon).
*Although Daimon Station is technically separate from Hamamatsuchō, it is only a one- to two-minute walk away, so it is included here.

In this article we have listed (1) every station outside the Yamanote Line that can be reached from the Hamamatsuchō ticket gates to the destination ticket gates within 20 minutes without any transfers and (2) every station outside the Yamanote Line that can be reached within 20 minutes with exactly one transfer. Riding express or rapid services can shorten the trip still further, so please treat these figures as reference only.

1. Within 20 Minutes to Hamamatsuchō Station With No Transfers (Direct Trains)

1-1. Tokyo Monorail (Hamamatsuchō ⇄ Haneda Airport)

The fastest Airport Rapid takes a little under 18 minutes; every station lies outside the Yamanote Loop.

Station	Approx. Time to Hamamatsuchō	Remarks
Tennōzu Isle	≈ 4-5 min	Transfer to the Rinkai Line; bayside redevelopment ongoing
Ōi Keibajō-mae	≈ 7 min	Quiet residential + logistics area except on event days
Ryūtsū Center	≈ 9 min	Wholesale markets concentrated; high demand for warehouse jobs
Shōwajima	≈ 10-11 min	Canal-side warehouse district, relatively quiet even late at night
Seibijō	≈ 12-13 min	Popular ANA/JAL hangar tours
Tenkū-bashi	≈ 14-15 min	Direct link to the Keikyū Airport Line; new bayside residential area
Haneda Airport Terminal 3	≈ 16-17 min	International terminal (formerly the International Building)
Haneda Airport Terminal 1	≈ 18-19 min	JAL/DHD side
Haneda Airport Terminal 2	≈ 19-20 min	ANA side; about 18 minutes on an Airport Rapid

Tennōzu Isle Resident Review

The biggest advantages are the open feel of the canal waterfront and the excellent transit. The monorail brings Hamamatsuchō in five minutes, and a transfer to the Rinkai Line takes you straight to Shibuya or Shinjuku. Because it is a redevelopment zone, supermarkets, drugstores, and clinics are all on the island, so daily errands are easy. The night view always impresses visiting friends. On the downside, many restaurants are upscale, and everyday diners or greengrocers are few. Strong sea winds lower the perceived temperature, and sideways rain can make umbrellas useless. Rents are as high as Shinagawa’s, so the area suits people who value convenience over space. Trains also stop early, so late flights home from Haneda often require a taxi or bus. Even so, weekend canal-side markets and art events are an irreplaceable delight.

1-2. JR Keihin-Tōhoku Line (Hamamatsuchō ⇄ Southbound)

Times use local services because Hamamatsuchō is skipped by rapids (approx. 10:00-15:00). Northbound (Akabane / Ōmiya) has no stations within 20 minutes.

Station	Approx. Time to Hamamatsuchō	Remarks
Ōimachi	≈ 10 min	Terminal for the Rinkai Line and the Tōkyū Ōimachi Line
Ōmori	≈ 12 min	Ward office and “atre Ōmori” mall connected to the station
Kamata	≈ 16-17 min	Shitamachi near the Tama River; transfers to Ikegami & Tamagawa Lines
Kawasaki	≈ 19 min	Also JR Nambu Line & Keikyū Kawasaki; rent lower than the city center

Ōmori Share-House Example

Ōmori Resident Review

The station area squeezes in an atre mall, Ito-Yokado, and traditional shotengai, so almost everything you need is within walking distance. Because we’re close to the sea, you occasionally catch the salty breeze, and on days off I stroll in Heiwa-no-Mori Park. The Keihin-Tōhoku Line gets to Shinagawa in under ten minutes, and Kamata or Kawasaki in one ride, which is handy for meeting friends. At night, though, the sounds of cars or motorbikes on Kan-Nan Road and Route 15 can be a little intrusive, and with so few hills, more bicycles crowd the sidewalks. The station front is lively, but turn a corner and streetlights are scarce, so I stay alert when I come home late. Even so, the warm closeness among locals is a big part of why I love living in Ōmori. A quick chat with the elderly shopkeeper on my way home is one of my favorite daily moments.

1-3. Toei Asakusa Line (Daimon → Oshiage Direction)

Listed are stations east of Takaramachi A13, where the line exits the Yamanote Loop; times are from Daimon Station, a two-minute walk from Hamamatsuchō.

Station	Approx. Time to Hamamatsuchō	Remarks
Takaramachi	≈ 5-6 min	Yaesu and Kyōbashi area—central yet outside the Yamanote Loop
Nihombashi	≈ 7-8 min	Transfers to Tokyo Metro Ginza and Tōzai Lines
Ningyōchō	≈ 8-9 min	Shitamachi charm around Amazake Yokochō
Higashi-Nihombashi	≈ 10-11 min	Link to JR Sōbu­-Rapid “Bakuro-chō”
Asakusabashi	≈ 12-13 min	Sōbu Local transfer; renowned toy-wholesale district
Kuramae	≈ 14-15 min	Riverside craft cafés rapidly increasing
Asakusa	≈ 17-18 min	Tourist mecca for Sensō-ji Temple and Kaminarimon Gate

Asakusabashi Share-House Example

Asakusabashi Resident Review

With the Sōbu Line and Asakusa Line crossing here, Akihabara and Tokyo Station are just a few minutes away, making travel very easy. The station front is lined with wholesalers of stationery, beads, and other craft goods, and just browsing their windows is exciting. The Sumida River is also within walking distance, and strolling in the evening breeze at sunset is calming. Because the Shuto Expressway and JR tracks are close, engine noise lasts late, which can be bothersome if you want quiet. Supermarkets are mostly small, so for big shopping I go to a large store in the next neighborhood. Festival seasons bring more tour buses and crowded sidewalks, but local shopkeepers kindly guide visitors, and their warmth is encouraging. Stopping by a tiny shrine behind the station each morning to pray has become a small daily pleasure.

1-4. Toei Ōedo Line (Daimon → Tsukishima / Ryōgoku Direction)

Stations reachable within 20 minutes on the outer loop (E20 → E12) from Daimon Station are listed below.

Station	Approx. Time to Hamamatsuchō	Remarks
Shiodome	≈ 2-3 min	Redeveloped area with Nippon TV and Dentsu headquarters
Tsukiji Shijō	≈ 4-5 min	Vibrant with outer market gourmet stalls
Kachidoki	≈ 7 min	Cluster of high-rise apartments; 1.5 km straight to Ginza
Tsukishima	≈ 9-10 min	Home of monjayaki restaurants and retro alleys
Monzen-Nakachō	≈ 12-13 min	Temple town of Fukagawa Fudō and Tomioka Hachimangū
Kiyosumi-Shirakawa	≈ 13-14 min	Birthplace of Blue Bottle Coffee in Japan; café hotspot
Morishita	≈ 14-15 min	Quiet residential streets with long-established eateries
Ryōgoku	≈ 17-18 min	Closest to Edo-Tokyo Museum & Ryōgoku Kokugikan arena
Kuramae	≈ 19-20 min	Plenty of handcrafted-goods shops along the Sumida River

Ryōgoku Share-House Example

Ryōgoku Resident Review

The station is home to the Kokugikan arena and the Edo-Tokyo Museum, and it’s fun to hear the practice drums from sumo stables while walking around. The Sumida River Terrace is perfect for jogging morning and evening with a pleasant river breeze, and on fireworks night you can see big bursts from your doorway. During tourist seasons crowds fill the station and local restaurants often have queues. Residential streets are narrow and car traffic is light, but supermarkets are small and rarely open late, so late-night shopping can be tricky. Walk a bit and old-style public baths or small wagashi shops remain, adding weekend enjoyment. Warm greetings and festival energy typical of the downtown area color daily life, and each time I come home I feel relieved.

2. Within 20 Minutes to Hamamatsuchō Station With One Transfer

The stations below fit within 20 minutes via the following three patterns.

2-1. JR Keihin-Tōhoku Line → Ōimachi (transfer) → Tōkyū Ōimachi Line → Hamamatsuchō

Station	Line Used	Approx. Time to Hamamatsuchō	Remarks
Shimo-Shimmei	Tōkyū Ōimachi Line	≈ 14-15 min	Quiet residential area; Ōimachi reachable on foot
Nakanobu	Tōkyū Ōimachi Line	≈ 17-18 min	Crosses the Ikegami Line; lively shotengai
Hatanodai	Tōkyū Ōimachi Line	≈ 18-19 min	Transfer to Ikegami Line; Showa University Hospital nearby

Nakanobu Share-House Example

Nakanobu Resident Review

The shotengai here is wonderfully stocked—croquette shops, florists, and old-school greengrocers make everyday shopping fun. Two lines, the Toei Asakusa Line and Tōkyū Ōimachi Line, give easy rides to Gotanda or Jiyūgaoka, handy for commuting or going out. The whole town feels calm and the people are kind, so living here feels safe. The station front has some older buildings, and there aren’t many flashy malls. Nights are quiet, but backstreets have few lights, so lone walkers—especially women—should take care. Still, the slightly retro, laid-back atmosphere makes me like Nakanobu more each day; it’s a town that makes you want to stay a long time.

2-2. Tokyo Monorail → Tennōzu Isle (transfer) → Rinkai Line → Hamamatsuchō

Station	Line Used	Approx. Time to Hamamatsuchō	Remarks
Tokyo Teleport	Rinkai Line	≈ 18-19 min	Center of Odaiba; many events at Zepp DiverCity etc.
Kokusai-Tenchijō	Rinkai Line	≈ 16-17 min	Closest to Tokyo Big Sight & Ariake Arena
Shin-Kiba	Rinkai Line	≈ 19-20 min	Interchange with JR Keiyō Line & Yūrakuchō Line; gateway to the bay area

Shin-Kiba Resident Review

Three lines—JR Keiyō, Rinkai, and Yūrakuchō—meet here, so Tokyo Station, Ginza, or Odaiba are one ride away, which is the biggest convenience. Spacious Yumenoshima Park and the seaside promenade make great places for leisurely walks or cycling on weekends. There are many live houses and sports facilities, so entertainment is richer than expected. Because the area has many warehouses, street lighting is sparse at night, and aside from a convenience store and a small supermarket, shopping choices are limited. Sea breezes can slow laundry drying, and mosquitoes are plentiful in summer. Late-night train service is limited, so a missed last train means a taxi. Even so, the calm mornings and wide sky offer a peace hard to find in central Tokyo.

2-3. Toei Asakusa Line → Nihombashi (transfer) → Tokyo Metro Tōzai Line → Hamamatsuchō

Station	Line Used	Approx. Time to Hamamatsuchō	Remarks
Kayabachō (T11)	Tokyo Metro Tōzai Line	≈ 14-15 min	A calm yet convenient office district
Monzen-Nakachō (T12)	Tokyo Metro Tōzai Line	≈ 16-17 min	Lively temple town around the main street
Kiba (T13)	Tokyo Metro Tōzai Line	≈ 18-19 min	Large offices and a vast park coexist
Tōyōchō (T14)	Tokyo Metro Tōzai Line	≈ 19-20 min	Home of the Kōtō Ward office; rent cheaper than inner Tokyo

Tōyōchō Share-House Example

Tōyōchō Resident Review

Supermarkets, drugstores, and clinics cluster around the station, so daily essentials are easy to grab. One ride on the Tōzai Line takes you to Ōtemachi, making commuting convenient. Kiba Park is within walking distance, and relaxing amid greenery on weekends is my favorite pastime. The Tōzai Line is crowded in the morning, so I leave a bit early. There aren’t many flashy shopping or entertainment spots, so for a change of scenery I head to Ginza or Kinshichō. Even so, the whole town feels calm, with many families, and it’s a comfortable place to live. It’s perfect for people who value everyday living.

Summary

For trips to Hamamatsuchō within 20 minutes and no transfers, the Tokyo Monorail corridor and the south section of the Keihin-Tōhoku Line (Ōimachi → Kawasaki) are the standards. If you work at Haneda or love the bayside, use the monorail; if you want a balance of rent and convenience, aim for the Ōimachi or Kamata areas.
Expanding to “one transfer” adds Odaiba and Ariake (Rinkai Line), Monzen-Nakachō to Tōyōchō on the Tōzai Line, and Nakanobu on the Tōkyū Ōimachi Line, all within the 20-minute zone, greatly widening your choices.
You can dodge the high rents inside the Yamanote Line while keeping commutes around 20 minutes—why not look for such hidden gems?