Location & Access
Kazashigaoka Station (挿頭丘駅, かざしがおかえき) is situated in Hatada, Ayagawa Town, Ayauta District, Kagawa Prefecture. This station serves as a convenient access point for the surrounding residential areas and was originally established to serve the Kazashigaoka Villa area, which was developed by the former Kotohira Electric Railway as a residential and resort destination.
Railway Lines
The station is exclusively served by the Kotoden Kotohira Line, a 32.9 km (20.4 mi) railway line connecting Takamatsu-Chikkō Station in Takamatsu with Kotoden-Kotohira Station in Kotohira. The line, known for its distinctive yellow color, is owned and operated by the Takamatsu-Kotohira Electric Railroad. It features a single track for most of its length, with a double track section between Takamatsu-Chikkō and Ritsurin-Kōen.
Station History
Kazashigaoka Station opened on December 21, 1926, making it nearly a century old. Its establishment was directly linked to the development of the Kazashigaoka Villa area. Interestingly, in 2021, the station gained notoriety by ranking first in the "Difficult-to-Read Station Name Ranking (Western Japan Edition)" on the regional support website "Seikatsu Guide.com," highlighting its unique and challenging kana reading.
Travel Tips
When traveling on the Kotoden Kotohira Line, look out for the yellow trains. Kazashigaoka Station offers a glimpse into the historical development of residential areas along the railway in Kagawa Prefecture. While not a major tourist hub, its historical context and unique name make it a point of interest for railway enthusiasts and those exploring the local culture.
