Mikuriya Station, Railway station in Iwata, Japan
Mikuriya Station is a railway station in Iwata with two side platforms serving the Tōkaidō Main Line. This line connects Tokyo with major cities throughout the country.
The station opened in March 2020, marking a new phase of railway development in Shizuoka Prefecture. Its creation came through local petition and community initiative.
The station sits near Yamaha Stadium, where football fans gather for J-League matches of Júbilo Iwata. On match days, you notice crowds of supporters heading toward the venue.
The station sits on the Tōkaidō Line and has separate platforms for trains heading in different directions. Visitors need to identify which platform matches their destination.
The station was created through a civic movement, making it an example of how communities can shape their own transportation needs. This reflects local empowerment in regional development.
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