Location & Access
Minamijuku Station is conveniently located in Hashima, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. Situated in Ashikachō Minamijuku, the station provides local access for residents and visitors to the area. While it is an unstaffed station, its integration into the Meitetsu network ensures connectivity to broader regional destinations.
Railway Lines
The station is a key stop on the Meitetsu Takehana Line (station code TH03), operated by the private railway company Meitetsu. It is positioned 5.2 km from Kasamatsu Station. The preceding station is Yanaizu (towards Kasamatsu), and the following station is Suka (towards Egira). Minamijuku Station features two side platforms and is notable for being a location where trains can pass each other. Historically, it also served as a operational stop for express trains.
Station History
Minamijuku Station first opened its doors on June 25, 1921, making it over a century old. Over the years, it has played a role in the local transportation network, including facilitating express train operations. Today, it operates as an unstaffed station, managed remotely through Meitetsu Gifu Station's centralized management system.
Travel Tips
As an unstaffed station, travelers should be aware that tickets may need to be purchased beforehand or upon arrival at a staffed station. Despite being unstaffed, the station is part of a reliable railway network, making it a practical option for exploring Hashima and the surrounding Gifu Prefecture. The average daily ridership in FY2015 was 865 passengers, indicating its continued importance to the local community.