Takanawa Gateway Station: Which Gate? North vs South Exit Guide

Takanawa Gateway Station is one of Tokyo’s newest JR stations, located between Shinagawa and Tamachi on the Yamanote Line.

The station is directly connected to TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY, a large development with shopping, restaurants, cultural attractions, hotels and event facilities.

However, visitors may be confused by the station’s two ticket gates, the North and South sections of NEWoMan TAKANAWA, and the nearby Sengakuji subway station.

The most important thing to remember is that Takanawa Gateway Station has two ticket gates: North Gate and South Gate.

Here is how to choose the right gate and reach your destination without unnecessary walking.

1. Quick Answer: Which Gate Should You Use?

Destination	Recommended Gate or Route
NEWoMan TAKANAWA South	JR South Gate
NEWoMan TAKANAWA North	JR North Gate area
Gateway Park	JR South Gate
TAKANAWA GATEWAY Convention Center	JR South Gate
MoN Takanawa Museum	JR North Gate
Sengakuji Station	Walk toward Sengakuji Station using the official area map
Shinkansen to Kyoto or Osaka	Take JR one stop to Shinagawa Station
Tokyo Station	Take JR toward Tamachi and Tokyo

Important: North Gate and South Gate are railway ticket gates. They are different from the North and South sections of NEWoMan TAKANAWA.

2. North Gate — What Is It?

North Gate (北改札 / Kita-kaisatsu) is located toward the Tamachi side of Takanawa Gateway Station.

It was the station’s original ticket gate when the station opened in March 2020.

It is a convenient starting point for destinations in the northern part of TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY.

What Is Near North Gate?

North Gate is useful for reaching:

• NEWoMan TAKANAWA North
• THE LINKPILLAR 1 NORTH
• MoN Takanawa Museum
• Other facilities in the northern part of the development

Is North Gate Staffed?

Yes.

According to JR East’s official station information:

• Station staff are assigned to North Gate.
• The gate is normally open from the first train until the last train.

If you need assistance with your train journey, North Gate is a useful option.

3. South Gate — What Is It?

South Gate (南改札 / Minami-kaisatsu) opened on March 27, 2025.

It is located toward the Shinagawa side of the station.

What Is Near South Gate?

South Gate is particularly convenient for:

• NEWoMan TAKANAWA South
• Gateway Park
• THE LINKPILLAR 1 SOUTH
• TAKANAWA GATEWAY Convention Center

Is South Gate Staffed?

South Gate is normally unstaffed.

However, JR East provides a customer-support call system that allows passengers to contact an operator.

The gate is normally open from the first train until the last train.

Important Detail

Both JR ticket gates are on the second-floor level.

Some destinations are on different floors, so check the building name and floor number before heading toward a shop, restaurant or event venue.

4. What Is TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY?

TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY is a large development directly connected to Takanawa Gateway Station.

The development includes:

• Shopping and dining facilities
• Hotels
• Offices
• Exhibition and event spaces
• Cultural attractions
• Public parks and plazas

The area began opening in March 2025, with a larger grand opening in March 2026.

Some of the main buildings include:

• THE LINKPILLAR 1 SOUTH
• THE LINKPILLAR 1 NORTH
• THE LINKPILLAR 2
• MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives

Why Visitors Get Confused

The names can sound very similar.

For example:

South Gate is a railway ticket gate.

THE LINKPILLAR 1 SOUTH is a building.

NEWoMan TAKANAWA South is a shopping area.

These are related locations, but they are not interchangeable names.

Check the exact name of your destination before leaving the station.

TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY — Official English Access Guide

5. Going to NEWoMan TAKANAWA

NEWoMan TAKANAWA is a large shopping and dining destination inside TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY.

It includes several areas, such as:

• South
• North
• LUFTBAUM
• MIMURE

NEWoMan TAKANAWA South

The JR South Gate is a convenient starting point.

After leaving the gate, follow the signs for NEWoMan TAKANAWA South or THE LINKPILLAR 1 SOUTH.

NEWoMan TAKANAWA North

The JR North Gate area is a convenient starting point.

Follow the signs toward NEWoMan TAKANAWA North and THE LINKPILLAR 1 NORTH.

LUFTBAUM and MIMURE

LUFTBAUM occupies upper floors of THE LINKPILLAR 1 NORTH.

MIMURE is located in THE LINKPILLAR 2.

These areas are not simply alternative names for the North and South railway gates.

Important Shopping Tip

NEWoMan TAKANAWA is spread across multiple buildings and floors.

Before visiting a particular restaurant or shop, check:

1. The name of the building or shopping area.
2. The floor number.
3. The closest entrance.

According to NEWoMan’s official access information, the main North and South shopping areas are approximately one minute on foot from the JR station gates.

6. Going to TAKANAWA GATEWAY Convention Center

TAKANAWA GATEWAY Convention Center is located inside THE LINKPILLAR 1 SOUTH.

The official access guide recommends the JR South Gate.

How to Get There

1. Get off your JR train at Takanawa Gateway Station.
2. Follow the signs for South Gate (南改札).
3. Leave through South Gate.
4. Continue straight and take the escalator or stairs down to the first floor.
5. Enter through the convention and conference facility entrance.
6. Follow the signs to your event floor.

The convention center occupies basement levels and the sixth floor.

Tip: Check the floor number of your event, conference or meeting before arriving.

TAKANAWA GATEWAY Convention Center — Official English Access Guide

7. Going to MoN Takanawa Museum

MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives is a cultural facility within TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY.

It hosts exhibitions, events and other cultural programs.

From Takanawa Gateway Station

According to the museum’s official access information:

Approximately 6 minutes on foot from JR North Gate.

Follow the signs for MoN Takanawa after leaving the station.

From Sengakuji Station

The museum is also accessible from Sengakuji Station.

Approximately 3 minutes on foot from Exit A4.

This is an important distinction because many other destinations in TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY recommend Sengakuji Exit A2 instead.

MoN Takanawa — Official English Access Guide

8. Takanawa Gateway Station vs. Sengakuji Station

These are two different railway stations.

Takanawa Gateway Station

Served by:

• JR Yamanote Line (JY26)
• JR Keihin-Tohoku Line (JK21)

Sengakuji Station

Served by:

• Toei Asakusa Line (A07)
• Keikyu Line

Sengakuji Station is useful for passengers travelling on the Asakusa Line or Keikyu services, including suitable services toward Haneda Airport.

Which Sengakuji Exit Should You Use?

Destination	Recommended Exit
NEWoMan TAKANAWA South	A2
NEWoMan TAKANAWA North	A2
TAKANAWA GATEWAY Convention Center	A2
MoN Takanawa Museum	A4

These recommendations follow the access information provided by the individual facilities.

Can You Walk Between the Stations?

Yes.

Takanawa Gateway Station and Sengakuji Station are within walking distance.

However, they do not share a direct railway transfer gate.

You must leave one station and enter the other.

Important: The best walking route depends on your destination. Check the latest area map before travelling.

Toei Transportation — Sengakuji Station (English)

9. Does Takanawa Gateway Station Have Shinkansen Trains?

No. Shinkansen trains do not stop at Takanawa Gateway Station.

If you are travelling to Kyoto, Osaka or Nagoya on the Tokaido Shinkansen, Shinagawa Station is a convenient nearby departure station.

How to Get to Shinagawa Station

1. Enter Takanawa Gateway Station.
2. Take a JR Yamanote Line or Keihin-Tohoku Line train toward Shinagawa.
3. Get off at Shinagawa Station, one stop away.
4. Follow signs for the Tokaido–Sanyo Shinkansen.

Make sure you use the correct train and platform for your journey.

10. Which JR Line Should You Take?

Takanawa Gateway Station is served by two JR lines.

JR Yamanote Line (JY26)

The Yamanote Line connects many major areas of Tokyo.

For Shinagawa and Shibuya, travel toward Shinagawa.

For Tamachi, Tokyo and Ueno, travel toward Tamachi and Tokyo.

JR Keihin-Tohoku Line (JK21)

The Keihin-Tohoku Line provides connections toward:

• Shinagawa and Yokohama
• Tokyo and Ueno
• Other stations along the line

Check the train destination and platform displays before boarding.

JR East — Official English Timetables

11. Five Common Mistakes at Takanawa Gateway Station

Mistake 1: Thinking There Is Only One Ticket Gate

Takanawa Gateway Station originally had one main ticket gate.

South Gate was added in March 2025.

The station now has both North and South Gates.

Mistake 2: Confusing JR South Gate with NEWoMan South

JR South Gate is a station gate.

NEWoMan South is a shopping area.

Check the exact destination rather than relying only on the word “South.”

Mistake 3: Using Sengakuji Exit A2 for Every Destination

Exit A2 is convenient for many parts of TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY.

However, MoN Takanawa officially recommends Exit A4.

Mistake 4: Expecting Shinkansen Trains at Takanawa Gateway

There is no Shinkansen platform at Takanawa Gateway Station.

Use Shinagawa Station instead.

Mistake 5: Going to the Wrong Building

TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY contains several buildings and shopping areas.

Before leaving the station, check the full building name and floor number.

12. Official English Information

For the most up-to-date station maps, building access and transport information, refer to these official English-language websites.

JR East — Takanawa Gateway Station

View the Official JR Station Map (English)

JR East — Train Timetables

View the Official JR Timetables (English)

TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY

View the Official Area Access Guide (English)

TAKANAWA GATEWAY Convention Center

View the Official Convention Center Access Guide (English)

MoN Takanawa Museum

View the Official Museum Access Guide (English)

Sengakuji Station — Toei Transportation

View the Official Subway Station Information (English)

13. Related Guide on Japan Life Steps

Planning to take the Shinkansen from Shinagawa Station?

You may also find this guide helpful:

Lost at Shinagawa Station? Takanawa or Konan — Which Exit Should You Use?

Final Tip

If you remember only three things about Takanawa Gateway Station:

North Gate: Convenient for NEWoMan North and MoN Takanawa.

South Gate: Convenient for NEWoMan South, Gateway Park and the convention center.

Sengakuji Station: A separate subway and Keikyu station. Use Exit A2 or A4 depending on your destination.

Before leaving the station, check the ticket gate, building name and floor number.

A quick check can save unnecessary walking and help you enjoy this new part of Tokyo.

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Disclaimer (October 2026): This guide is based on official railway and facility information available as of October 2026. Ticket gate arrangements, building entrances, pedestrian routes, opening hours and train services may change. Always check the latest official information and follow signs at the station.