Location & Access
Kataharamachi Station (片原町駅) is situated in Tsuruya-cho, Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture. It serves as a convenient gateway to the city and surrounding areas, making it an ideal starting point for exploring Kagawa's attractions. The station is easily accessible within Takamatsu, providing a central hub for local and regional travel.
Railway Lines
This station is a crucial interchange for the Takamatsu-Kotohira Electric Railroad (Kotoden). It is officially part of the Kotoden Kotohira Line (line number K01), which connects Takamatsu-Chikkō Station to Kotoden-Kotohira Station. Additionally, trains from the Kotoden Nagao Line (line number N01), which originates from Kawaramachi Station, also serve Kataharamachi Station, offering enhanced connectivity across the prefecture. The Kotoden Kotohira Line is notable for its yellow line color.
Travel Tips
Kataharamachi Station is equipped with an IruCa handling counter and an IruCa commuter pass counter, making it easy for travelers to purchase and manage their IC cards for seamless travel on the Kotoden lines. The Kotoden Kotohira Line, which Kataharamachi Station is part of, was opened on December 21, 1926, and spans 32.9 km (20.4 mi) with 22 stations. It operates on a 1,435 mm track gauge with 1,500 V DC overhead catenary electrification, ensuring efficient and reliable service.
