Train station

Kiwado Station

Kiwado Station, 黄波戸

About the station

Kiwado Station is a railway station in Kitakyushu, Yamaguchi. Nearest major stations: Hiroshima, Kurume, Ōita, Kumamoto, Matsue. Interesting places nearby: Sites of Japan’s Meiji Industrial Revolution: Iron and Steel, Shipbuilding and Coal Mining. Train tickets can be purchased at https://www.trip.com/trains/japan/.

Location & Access

Kiwado Station is situated in Nagato, a city within Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. Specifically, it can be found in Hekikami, Kiwado. While it is an unstaffed station, its location offers a connection point for local residents and travelers exploring the scenic San'in region. A bus stop is conveniently located nearby, providing additional connectivity to the surrounding areas.

Railway Lines

The station is an integral part of the San'in Main Line, one of Japan's longest railway lines, stretching from Kyoto. Kiwado Station is positioned 604.9 km from Kyoto, serving as a local stop between Nagato-Furuichi (towards Shimonoseki) and Nagatoshi (towards Masuda). It features a single side platform and one track, characteristic of many smaller, local stations along the route.

Station History

Kiwado Station first opened its doors to passengers on December 9, 1928, making it a station with a history spanning over 90 years. Operated by the West Japan Railway Company (JR West), it has continued to serve the local community, facilitating travel and connecting Nagato with other parts of the San'in Main Line.

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