Location & Access
Sanuki-Tsuda Station is conveniently located in the city of Sanuki, Kagawa Prefecture, Japan. Situated in the Tsuda-cho Tsuda area, it offers easy access to the surrounding region. The station is staffed and features a JR Shikoku ticket window, making it straightforward for travelers to purchase tickets and receive assistance. While the platforms are linked by a footbridge, accessibility information indicates that it is not fully accessible.
Railway Lines
The station is a vital stop on the JR Shikoku Kōtoku Line, identified by the station number T15. It is positioned 27.7 km from Takamatsu, the starting point of the line. The Kōtoku Line connects Sanuki-Tsuda with various destinations, with Kanzaki (T16) being the preceding station towards Takamatsu and Tsuruwa (T14) the following station towards Tokushima. The station features one side platform and one island platform, with a total of three tracks plus one siding, facilitating efficient train operations.
Station History
Sanuki-Tsuda Station has a rich history, having first opened its doors to passengers on March 21, 1926. This makes it a station with nearly a century of service, connecting communities and facilitating travel across Kagawa Prefecture. The station's display panel proudly carries the comment 'Tsuda no Matsubara no Eki' (Station of Tsuda no Matsubara), highlighting its close connection to the famous pine grove.
Travel Tips
With an annual ridership of 1,066 in FY2019, Sanuki-Tsuda Station serves as a key point for both local commuters and visitors. Its proximity to Tsuda no Matsubara makes it an excellent starting point for exploring this beautiful coastal area. Travelers should note the station's layout with platforms linked by a footbridge. For those planning to explore further along the Kōtoku Line, limited express services like the Uzushio also stop at nearby stations such as Sambommatsu (T12) towards Tokushima and Orange Town (T18) towards Kojima.
