Location & Access
Kamuro Station (学文路駅) is situated in Hashimoto, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, specifically in the Kamuro area. This unstaffed station serves as a convenient access point for the local community. Its coordinates are 34.296639°N 135.580361°E, placing it within the scenic landscape of Wakayama. The station is located at an elevation of 79 meters, which is 13 meters lower than Hashimoto Station.
Railway Lines
The station is exclusively operated by the private railway company Nankai Electric Railway and is a stop on the Kōya Line. It is positioned 50.4 kilometers from the line's origin at Shiomibashi. Travelers can connect to Kii-Shimizu towards Namba and Kudoyama towards Gokurakubashi, making it an integral part of the local rail network. The station code is NK79.
Station History
Kamuro Station officially opened its doors to passengers on November 1, 1924. With nearly a century of operation, it has served the community of Hashimoto and facilitated travel along the Kōya Line. Despite its long history, it remains an unstaffed station, reflecting a common characteristic of many smaller stations in Japan.
Travel Tips
With an average daily ridership of 436 passengers in FY2019, Kamuro Station offers a quiet and authentic local experience. As an unstaffed station, visitors should be prepared to purchase tickets from automated machines or have appropriate IC cards. Its unique name, considered one of Japan's most difficult to read, adds a touch of local charm and intrigue for railway enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.
