Train station

Momonokawa Station

Momonokawa Station, 桃川

About the station

Momonokawa Station is a railway station in Saga, Nagasaki. Nearest major stations: Kurume, Nagasaki, Kumamoto, Kitakyushu, Ōita. Interesting places nearby: Nakamura Ningyo (Kaigeido Gallery), Sacred Island of Okinoshima and Associated Sites in the Munakata Region, Hidden Christian Sites in the Nagasaki Region. Train tickets can be purchased at https://www.trip.com/trains/japan/.

Location & Access

Momonokawa Station is situated in Matsuura-cho Momonokawa, within the city of Imari, Saga Prefecture, Japan. As an unstaffed station, travelers should be aware that there are no personnel on-site for assistance. Its coordinates are 33°16′19″N 129°57′24″E, placing it in a scenic part of Saga Prefecture.

Railway Lines

The station is exclusively served by the JR Kyushu Chikuhi Line, connecting it to other destinations within the region. It is located 17.4 km from Yamamoto, a key point on the line. The station features a single side platform and one track, catering to local passenger traffic.

Station History

Momonokawa Station first opened its doors on March 1, 1935. Interestingly, it was not always known by its current name; until October 1, 1937, it was called Matsuura. This historical detail offers a glimpse into the station's past and the evolution of local place names.

Travel Tips

Given its unstaffed status, visitors are advised to check train schedules in advance and purchase tickets through alternative means if necessary. While the station itself is modest, its location in Imari provides an opportunity to explore the city, famous for its exquisite Imari porcelain. The daily ridership in FY2015 was 53, indicating a quiet, local atmosphere.

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