Location & Access
Hokota Station, though no longer a functioning railway station, is located in Hokota, Ibaraki, Japan. Its former site, specifically the bus terminal, continues to be a vital transportation hub for the area. The bus terminal, known as Hokota Station, is operated by Kantetsu Green Bus, providing essential bus services to the surrounding region.
Railway Lines
Hokota Station was formerly the terminal station on the Kashima Railway Line, operated by Kashima Railway. This line played a significant role in connecting Hokota with other areas until its abolition in 2007. Although the railway tracks are gone, a platform that was once part of the station still remains, serving as a poignant reminder of its railway past.
Station History
Opened in 1929, Hokota Station served the Kashima Railway Line for many decades. In 2000, it received recognition as one of the "100 Stations of Kanto" by the Ministry of Transport (Japan), now the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. However, due to the abolition of the Kashima Railway Line, the station was closed on April 1, 2007. Despite the railway's closure, the adjacent bus terminal, which has been called Hokota Station since the railway's inception, continues its operations.
Travel Tips
While you can no longer catch a train from Hokota Station, the bus terminal at its former location remains a key point for local travel. Visitors interested in local history can still see the preserved platform. For current travel, utilize the Kantetsu Green Bus services from the Hokota Station bus terminal to explore Hokota and its surroundings.