Location & Access
Shiojiri Station, located in Shiojiri, Nagano Prefecture, Japan, is a significant transportation point situated at an elevation of 715.8 meters (2,348 ft). It is jointly operated by East Japan Railway Company (JR East) and Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central), with freight services managed by the Japan Freight Railway Company. The station is staffed and features a Midori no Madoguchi (ticket office), making it convenient for travelers.
Railway Lines
This station is a crucial junction, marking the operational border between JR East and JR Central for the Chūō Main Line. It also serves as a terminal or intermediate station for the Shinonoi Line. Travelers can access various services, including rapid and local trains on both the Chūō Main Line and the Shinonoi Line, connecting to major cities like Tokyo (222.1 km away), Nagoya, Matsumoto, and Nagano.
Station History
Shiojiri Station first opened its doors on December 15, 1902, making it over 120 years old. Its strategic location has ensured its continued importance in the Japanese railway network, facilitating both passenger and freight transport across central Japan.
Travel Tips
With three island platforms, Shiojiri Station efficiently handles a daily average of nearly 4,000 passengers (as of FY2015). Its role as a transfer point between JR East and JR Central lines means passengers should pay close attention to their train operator when planning journeys through this area. The station's website provides up-to-date information on schedules and services.
