Shiotsu Station, Railway station in Uenohara, Japan
Shiotsu Station is a railway station in Uenohara featuring an island platform configuration with two tracks. The platform is connected to the main building by a footbridge that crosses over the railway lines, creating a functional layout for passenger movement.
The station opened on December 15, 1910, as part of the Japanese Government Railways network. It was designed to handle both freight and passenger services, establishing its importance in the regional transport system.
The station's name Shiotsu, written as 四方津, derives from the concept of the four cardinal directions and represents the location's role as a transportation crossroads in Yamanashi. This naming convention reflects how the area historically served as a meeting point for travelers from different regions.
The station sits roughly 74 kilometers from Tokyo and handles around 1,600 daily passengers on average. Visitors can use Suica IC cards at the ticketing systems, and the facility operates with standard entry and exit points typical of active railway stations.
The station incorporates an auxiliary platform layout that deviates from typical Japanese railway configurations while maintaining smooth passenger flow. This uncommon arrangement makes it a notable example for railway enthusiasts interested in different station designs.
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