松本駅長殉難碑

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松本駅長殉難碑

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松本駅長殉難碑, Stone stele near Odawara Station, Japan.

The stone memorial stands near Odawara Station, featuring an inscription that commemorates a station master who lost his life during service.

In July 1942, this monument was erected to honor Station Master Matsumoto, who died during a typhoon while inspecting railroad facilities.

The memorial inscription was contributed by novelist Kikuchi Kan, demonstrating the connection between railway heritage and Japanese literature.

The memorial is located 500 meters south of JR Odawara Station on the Tokaido Main Line, accessible through a paved walkway.

The station master's sacrifice during extreme weather conditions represents the dedication of railway workers to maintain operations in all circumstances.

Location: Odawara

Inception: July 1942

Made from material: stone

GPS coordinates: 35.25336,139.15444

Latest update: March 10, 2025 17:22

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