Ube-Shinkawa Station, Railway station in Ube, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan.
Ube-Shinkawa Station is a railway station in Ube featuring one side platform and one island platform. These platforms connect to the main building through an elevated walkway.
The station opened on January 9, 1914 as part of the Ube Railway. It was nationalized in 1943 and later integrated into West Japan Railway Company.
The station gained recognition after appearing in the 2021 anime film Evangelion: 3.0+1.0, directed by Hideaki Anno, a native of this city. This connection to a globally known film has given the place special significance for anime fans.
The station connects the JR West Ube Line and the Onoda Line, serving as a transfer point between the two lines. Most Onoda Line trains end their routes here after leaving Inō Station.
The station is a popular destination for anime tourists exploring Evangelion film locations and attracts visitors interested in anime location scouting. This unexpected pop culture connection has given the station special appeal to a global audience.
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