Chūō-Hirosaki Station Explained

Chūō-Hirosaki Station
Native Name:中央弘前駅
Native Name Lang:ja
Address:Yoshino-cho 1-6, Hirosaki-shi, Aomori-ken 036-8188
Country:Japan
Coordinates:40.5996°N 140.4727°W
Operator: Kōnan Railway
Line: Ōwani Line
Distance:13.9 km from
Platforms:1 side platform
Status:Staffed
Opened:January 26, 1952
Passengers:737
Pass Year:FY2015
Map Type:Japan Aomori Prefecture#Japan

is a railway station in the city of Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, Japan, operated by the private railway operator, Kōnan Railway Company. Chūō-Hirosaki Station stands as a gateway to the picturesque city, adorned with cherry blossoms in spring and a winter wonderland when snow blankets its surroundings. This station not only links travelers to Hirosaki's historic castle but also serves as a vibrant hub where modernity meets the timeless allure of traditional Japanese charm.

Lines

Chūō-Hirosaki Station is the northern terminal of the Kōnan Railway Ōwani Line, and lies 13.9 kilometers from the southern terminus of the line at Ōwani Station.

Station layout

Chūō-Hirosaki Station has one deadheaded side platform serving a single track. The small station building houses an izakaya-style soba restaurant.

History

Chūō-Hirosaki Station was opened on January 26, 1952. From April 1, 1997 it has been a kan'i itaku station, run by a group of retired employees from the Kōnan Railway Company.

Surrounding area

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