Train station

Genjiinomori Station

Genjiinomori Station, 源じいの森

About the station

Genjiinomori Station is a railway station in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture. Nearest major stations: Kurume, Ōita, Kumamoto, Nagasaki, Hiroshima. Interesting places nearby: Nakamura Ningyo (Kaigeido Gallery), Sacred Island of Okinoshima and Associated Sites in the Munakata Region, Sites of Japan’s Meiji Industrial Revolution: Iron and Steel, Shipbuilding and Coal Mining. Train tickets can be purchased at https://www.trip.com/trains/japan/.

Location & Access

Genjiinomori Station is nestled in the scenic village of Aka, within Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan. This charming, unstaffed station provides a gateway to the local area, offering a tranquil starting point for exploring the surrounding natural beauty. Its coordinates are 33.6161°N 130.8957°E, placing it conveniently for local residents and visitors alike.

Railway Lines

The station is exclusively served by the Heisei Chikuhō Railway's Tagawa Line, a third-sector railway operator. It is located 15.8 km from Yukuhashi Station, serving as station HC22 on the line. From Genjiinomori, passengers can travel to Sakiyama, the preceding station towards Yukuhashi, or to Yusubaru, the following station towards Tagawa-Ita.

Station History

Genjiinomori Station officially opened its doors to passengers on July 21, 1995. Since its inception, it has been an integral part of the local transportation network, connecting the village of Aka with other communities along the Tagawa Line. As an unstaffed station, it operates with a single side platform, maintaining a simple yet functional design.

Travel Tips

As an unstaffed station, travelers should be aware that there are no station personnel on site. It's advisable to check train schedules in advance, especially if planning connections. The station's official website can provide the most up-to-date information. Its peaceful location makes it ideal for those looking to experience a quieter side of rural Japan.

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