並木橋

Gazing at Namikibashi, can you imagine a time when this bustling intersection was home to a bustling train station? Namikibashi Station once stood proudly near this very spot. The station, nestled along the Toei Asakusa Line’s predecessor, the Tokyo Underground Railway’s eastern section, opened its doors in 1927. Namikibashi Station served a vital purpose. It catered to students attending prestigious institutions like Kokugakuin University and Jissen Girls’ School. It also provided access to the later relocated Tokyo Agricultural University and Tokiwa Matsu High School for Girls. Interestingly, just across Meiji Street and the Sumida River, another mode of transport offered its services. The Tamagawa Electric Railway’s Tenjinbashi Line had a stop called Namikibashi. This dual access point made this area a crucial transport hub. However, tragedy struck on May 24th and 25th, 1945. Air raids ravaged the area, leaving the station in ruins. This led to its closure. While train services ceased, the station’s elevated structure remained. It was used for various purposes until 2013, when the Toei Asakusa Line was moved underground. Today, as you stand here, the station is long gone. The area has been transformed into a pedestrian walkway. Yet, knowing Namikibashi Station’s story adds another layer to this location’s history. It reminds us of the constant evolution of urban landscapes. The resilience of communities.