Location & Access
Mori-Miyanohara Station (Mori-Miyanohara-eki) is situated in Hokushin, within the village of Sakae, Shimominochi District, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. This station holds the distinction of being the northernmost railway station in Nagano Prefecture, positioned very close to the border with Niigata Prefecture. Its elevation is 289.9 meters (951 feet) above sea level.
Railway Lines
The station is served by the Iiyama Line, operated by East Japan Railway Company (JR East). It is located 49.7 kilometers (30.9 miles) from the starting point of the line at Toyono. The station features one island platform serving two tracks. The preceding station on the Iiyama Line towards Nagano is Yokokura, while the following station towards Echigo-Kawaguchi is Ashidaki.
Station History
Mori-Miyanohara Station officially opened its doors to passengers on November 19, 1925. A significant administrative change occurred on April 1, 2010, when the branch office jurisdiction was revised. As a result, Mori-Miyanohara Station became the easternmost point of the Nagano Branch Office's jurisdiction, with areas further east falling under the Niigata Branch Office.
Travel Tips
With a daily ridership of just 39 passengers in FY2017, Mori-Miyanohara Station offers a quiet and serene experience. Its unique location as the northernmost station in Nagano makes it a point of interest for railway enthusiasts and those exploring the scenic Iiyama Line. Travelers can enjoy the picturesque rural landscapes of Nagano and the proximity to the Niigata border.
