Yamaguchi Line

The Yamaguchi Line is a railway connection that runs between Shin-Yamaguchi in Yamaguchi Prefecture and Masuda in Shimane Prefecture. This single-track, non-electrified line passes through farmland and small settlements, serving 28 stations along its entire route.

The line started operations in 1913 with service between Ogori and Yamaguchi, then gradually extended northward over the following decade. By 1923, it had reached its final destination at Masuda, establishing the route as it exists today.

The line takes its name from the historical province it crosses, serving as a lifeline for rural communities along its route. Today, both residents and travelers rely on it to move between small towns and visit local attractions scattered through the countryside.

Trains on this line move at moderate speeds and stop at many small stations, making journeys take longer than on faster routes. Allow extra time for your trip, and you will have plenty of chances to see the countryside and village life along the way.

Plans to extend the line toward Nichihara Station were abandoned in 1980, leaving the construction incomplete and traces of this unfinished project still visible in places. This abandoned expansion tells a story of local hopes and the region's changing economy.

Location: Yamaguchi Prefecture

Inception: February 20, 1913

Founders: Tetsudō-in

Official opening: February 20, 1913

GPS coordinates: 34.47651,131.77535

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:25