Location & Access
Kashimajingū Station is conveniently located in Miyashita 4-chome, Kashima City, Ibaraki Prefecture. As a staffed station, it offers a range of services for travelers. Its elevated structure provides good visibility and easy access to platforms.
Railway Lines
This station serves as a crucial junction, operated by two different railway companies. JR East manages the Kashima Line, with Itako being the preceding station towards Sawara. The Kashima Rinkai Railway operates the Ōarai-Kashima Line, where Kōyadai is the following station towards Mito. Notably, Kashima Soccer Stadium is a special stop on match days for both lines, offering direct access for sports fans.
Station History
Kashimajingū Station first opened its doors to passengers on August 20, 1970. Since then, it has grown to become an important transportation hub for the region, facilitating daily commutes and connecting visitors to the area. In fiscal year 2019, the station recorded an average daily ridership of 968 passengers.
Travel Tips
With its two platforms (one island platform), Kashimajingū Station efficiently handles traffic from both railway lines. Travelers can easily transfer between the JR East Kashima Line and the Kashima Rinkai Railway Ōarai-Kashima Line. Be sure to check the schedules for the Kashima Soccer Stadium stop if you're attending a game, as it's only operational on match days.
