Train station • Arakawakamitano, Chichibu, Saitama 369-1802, Japan
This is an article introducing Musashichikawa Station in Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture.
Musashichikawa Station, situated in the remote Chichibu area of Saitama Prefecture, is a small unmanned station with a strongly lingering retro atmosphere. The train line of Chichibu Railway runs through the mountainous area about 100km away from Tokyo, offering a pleasant journey with a refreshing breeze.
At Musashichikawa Station, there are veteran station staff who have been working for many years. The modest station master diligently maintains the station every day, keeping the station premises in beautiful condition. Also, the station master, who loves flowers, decorates the station with his hobby, allowing visitors to enjoy different views of the flowers according to the season.
On weekends and public holidays, the railway operates former steam locomotives, preserving the romance of the old days. Although the train does not stop at this station, visitors can admire the powerful sight of the steam locomotive from the platform. From children to adults, the majesty of the steam locomotive captivates railway enthusiasts and non-enthusiasts alike.
The surroundings of Musashichikawa Station, nestled in the mountains, offer a tranquil landscape with only a small post office. Visitors can experience spots that exude an old-fashioned atmosphere, such as the old station building and the public restroom in the style of an old folk house. It is the perfect small station to start a journey to the nature-rich town of Chichibu.
Why not feel the beginning of your journey in Chichibu at Musashichikawa Station, where time passes by leisurely with local specialties available from the station's vending machine? You'll feel as if you've stepped into a historical novel.
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