Train station

Bingo-Saijō Station

Bingo-Saijō Station, 備後西城

About the station

Bingo-Saijō Station is a railway station in Fukuyama, Shimane. Nearest major stations: Matsue, Kurashiki, Okayama, Hiroshima, Takamatsu. Interesting places nearby: Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine and its Cultural Landscape, Hiroshima Peace Memorial (Genbaku Dome), Itsukushima Shinto Shrine. Train tickets can be purchased at https://www.trip.com/trains/japan/.

Location & Access

Bingo-Saijō Station is nestled in Ōsa, Saijō-chō, within the city of Shōbara, Hiroshima Prefecture. While it serves a relatively small number of daily passengers (36 in 2019), it remains a vital link for the local community. Its coordinates are 34°56′25.37″N 133°7′11.67″E.

Railway Lines

The station is exclusively served by the Geibi Line (P), operated by the West Japan Railway Company (JR West). It is situated 53.2 km (33.1 miles) from Bitchū-Kōjiro. The preceding station is Hirako (towards Hiroshima), and the following station is Hibayama (towards Niimi). Bingo-Saijō Station features two side platforms and two tracks, and it is a staffed station.

Station History

Bingo-Saijō Station officially opened its doors to passengers on March 15, 1934. For nearly a century, it has been an integral part of the local transportation network, connecting residents of Shōbara with other areas along the Geibi Line.

Travel Tips

As a staffed station, Bingo-Saijō offers basic services. Travelers should note the relatively low daily passenger count, which might indicate less frequent train services. It's advisable to check the official JR West website for up-to-date train schedules when planning your journey to or from Bingo-Saijō.

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