Train station

Matsuyama Station

Matsuyama Station, 松山

About the station

Matsuyama Station is a railway station in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture. Nearest major stations: Kurume, Ōita, Kumamoto, Nagasaki, Hiroshima. Interesting places nearby: Nakamura Ningyo (Kaigeido Gallery), Sacred Island of Okinoshima and Associated Sites in the Munakata Region, 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

Matsuyama Station is nestled in the charming town of Itoda, within Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan. As an unstaffed station, it offers a straightforward and accessible point for local residents and visitors to connect with the Heisei Chikuhō Railway network. Its coordinates are 33°40′04″N 130°46′51″E, placing it in a scenic part of the region.

Railway Lines

The station is exclusively served by the Heisei Chikuhō Railway's Itoda Line, identified by the station code HC52. It is situated 2.1 km from Kanada Station and precedes Itoda Station when traveling towards Tagawa-Gotōji. This single-platform, at-grade station efficiently handles local traffic along this route.

Station History

Matsuyama Station officially opened its doors on March 22, 1997. Since its inception, it has been an integral part of the Heisei Chikuhō Railway's operations, providing essential transportation services to the community of Itoda and the surrounding areas.

Travel Tips

Given that Matsuyama Station is unstaffed, travelers should be prepared to purchase tickets onboard or at their destination station if necessary. It's advisable to check the Heisei Chikuhō Railway's official website for the latest train schedules and any service updates to ensure a smooth journey through this picturesque part of Fukuoka Prefecture.

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