Location & Access
Tokunaga Station (徳永駅, とくながえき) is nestled in Yamato-chō Tokunaga, Gujō, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. It serves as a convenient access point for the local community and visitors exploring the scenic areas of Gujō. The station is identified by the station number 28 on its line.
Railway Lines
The station is exclusively served by the Etsumi-Nan Line (越美南線, Etsumi Nan-sen), which translates to the "Etsumi South Line." This railway line is operated by the third-sector company Nagaragawa Railway (長良川鉄道, Nagaragawa Tetsudō). The Etsumi-Nan Line stretches 72.1 km (44.8 mi) and connects Mino-Ōta Station in Minokamo with Hokunō Station in Gujō, making it the sole railway line managed by Nagaragawa Railway. Originally, this line was part of the Japanese National Railways (JNR) network.
Travel Tips
The Etsumi-Nan Line, characterized by its single track and rural setting, offers a charming journey through Gifu Prefecture. With a maximum operating speed of 80 km/h (50 mph), it provides a leisurely pace to enjoy the countryside. The line is not electrified, relying on diesel multiple units (DMUs) such as the Nagaragawa Railway Nagara 2, Nagara 3, and Nagara 500 Series. Travelers can experience the authentic Japanese rural landscape and connect to various local attractions along this historic route.