Location & Access
Wadahama Station (和田浜駅, Wadahama-eki) is a passenger railway station situated in the city of Yonago, Tottori Prefecture, Japan. Specifically, it can be found in Wada-cho, Yonago, Tottori Prefecture. The station is operated by the West Japan Railway Company (JR West) and serves as a convenient access point for the local community. With an average daily ridership of 200 in 2018, it's a smaller, unstaffed station.
Railway Lines
Wadahama Station is an integral part of the Sakai Line (C), a railway line operated by JR West. It is located 9.7 km (6.0 miles) from Yonago Station. A distinctive feature of the Sakai Line is that each station is assigned a nickname derived from a 'Yokai' (Japanese supernatural being). Wadahama Station's unique nickname is 'Tsuchikorobi Station' (つちころび駅), adding a touch of local folklore to the travel experience.
Station History
Wadahama Station officially opened its doors to passengers on November 1, 1951. Since then, it has served the local community, providing essential railway services. The station features a single side platform and one track, indicating its role as a local stop rather than a major interchange.
Travel Tips
When traveling on the Sakai Line, keep an eye out for the 'Yokai' themed decorations and signage at each station, including Wadahama Station's 'Tsuchikorobi' theme. As an unstaffed station, it's advisable to check train schedules in advance. The preceding station towards Sakaiminato is Ōshinozuchō, and the following station towards Yonago is Yumigahama.
