Hatabu Station, Railway station in Shimonoseki, Japan.
Hatabu Station is a railway station in Shimonoseki where the Sanyo Main Line and Sanin Main Line meet. The facility has two platforms and four tracks to handle trains traveling in different directions.
The station opened in 1901 and was originally an important junction point when the railway network in the region was being established. Over the decades, it has maintained its role as a connecting point between the two main lines.
The station serves as an important transfer point for people in the region moving between different sections of the railway network. It connects travelers with communities throughout Yamaguchi Prefecture.
The station is conveniently located between the two railway lines, making it easy to reach for passengers. Visitors should orient themselves on the platforms to find their desired line.
The station marks the eastern terminus of the Sanin Main Line while serving as a through station on the Sanyo Main Line. This dual role makes it an essential transfer point for travelers.
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