Location & Access
Maidashi Kyūdaibyōin-mae Station is situated in Maidashi 2-chome, Higashi Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture. Its name, which translates to "Front of Kyushu University Hospital in Maidashi," is the longest for any subway station in Japan. Despite its name, the adjacent Chiyo-Kenchōguchi Station is actually closer to the Kyushu University Hospital. However, Maidashi Kyūdaibyōin-mae Station is the closest station to the Fukuoka Prefectural Government office, making it a key access point for administrative and medical facilities.
Railway Lines
The station is part of the Fukuoka City Subway's Hakozaki Line, identified by the station code H04. It opened on April 27, 1984, and connects passengers to various destinations within Fukuoka. While it doesn't have direct connections to JR Kyushu, Yoshizuka Station, a JR Kyushu station, is a nearby option for further travel.
Station Symbol & Services
The station's symbol, designed by Fukuoka-born graphic designer Isao Nishijima, is a dove. This symbol represents peace and nursing, a direct reference to the nearby Kyushu University Hospital, which includes the faculties of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences. The station is managed by Kaizuka Station, with station operations entrusted to the JR West China Maintec Fukuoka Branch.
Travel Tips
When visiting the Kyushu University Hospital, be aware that Chiyo-Kenchōguchi Station might offer a slightly shorter walk, despite Maidashi Kyūdaibyōin-mae's name. For those heading to the Fukuoka Prefectural Government office, Maidashi Kyūdaibyōin-mae is indeed the most convenient stop. Look out for the distinctive dove symbol on the station signs, a unique artistic touch reflecting the area's medical significance.
