Kawakawa Station is an unmanned station nestled in a quiet residential area of Yamaguchi City. The historical aroma of time permeates from the dignified brick station building. There are ticket vending machines installed, allowing one to embark on a journey from here.
On the platform, you can see the trains running on the Sanyo Main Line up close. Trains coming from Shin-Yamaguchi and Hōfu, as well as trains heading to Ube and Shimonoseki, crisscross in various directions, a delight for railway enthusiasts.
During the morning commute and evening return from school, the sight of high school students passing through the station stands out. Kawakawa Station is also a familiar presence for local children.
The station's surroundings are blessed with abundant greenery, with weeds growing freely. Escaping the hustle and bustle of the city, it is a good idea to spend time in nature while listening to the sound of trains passing by.
Kawakawa Station, with a four-minute train ride or a ten-minute drive to Shin-Yamaguchi Station, offers excellent access. At the same time, it retains a strong local atmosphere. This station, where urban convenience coexists with rural tranquility, may be a place to rediscover the charm of the railway.