Location & Access
Ise-Matsumoto Station (伊勢松本駅) is situated in Matsumoto 3-chome, Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, Japan. As part of the Kintetsu Yunoyama Line, it offers convenient regional rail and commuter rail services within the area. The station is identified by the station number K23.
Railway Lines
The station is exclusively served by the Kintetsu Yunoyama Line, a 15.4 km (9.6 mi) single-tracked line connecting Kintetsu-Yokkaichi Station in Yokkaichi to Yunoyama-Onsen Station in Komono. At Kintetsu-Yokkaichi, passengers can transfer to the Nagoya Line and the Yokkaichi Asunarou Railway Utsube Line, expanding travel possibilities across Mie Prefecture.
Station History
Ise-Matsumoto Station first opened its doors on September 24, 1913, making it over 110 years old. The Yunoyama Line itself saw its last extension on March 5, 1916. Operated by Kintetsu Railway, the line runs on a standard gauge of 1,435 mm and is electrified with 1,500 V DC overhead lines, allowing for an operating speed of 80 km/h.
Travel Tips
When traveling to or from Ise-Matsumoto Station, consider exploring the surrounding Yokkaichi area, known for its industrial heritage and local attractions. For those heading further afield, the connections at Kintetsu-Yokkaichi provide access to a broader network, including the popular Yunoyama-Onsen, a renowned hot spring resort.