Train station • 7 Chome-2 Mikunicho Mikunihigashi, Sakai, Fukui 913-0016, Japan
Mikuni Shrine Station is a small unmanned station on the Echizen Railway (commonly called Echi-Tetsu), but its wooden station building has a unique charm. In the quiet environment away from the city's hustle and bustle, you can enjoy the atmosphere of an old Japanese station. The station's appearance seems as if time has stopped, giving visitors a sense of nostalgia and healing their hearts.
This station is mainly used by locals, and tourists are rarely seen. Because of this, you can enjoy the authentic atmosphere of a rural Japanese station. Although there is no suitable parking lot in front of the station, there are supermarkets and drug stores nearby, playing an important role in supporting the region’s daily life.
Despite being a small station, the presence of a ramp is a pleasant point. It reflects the region's care for making the station easy to use for everyone.
During the Mikuni Festival held every May, this quiet station changes dramatically. As one of the three major festivals in the Hokuriku region, it attracts many tourists, and you can experience a lively atmosphere different from usual.
Although the station is named 'Mikuni Shrine', the actual shrine is approximately 1 km south of the station. When visiting the shrine, be mindful of this point. However, the journey from the station to the shrine might become a small adventure while enjoying the tranquil rural scenery.
Although Mikuni Shrine Station is not a major tourist destination, it’s a special place where you can feel the rustic charm of rural Japan. The slow passage of time, the warmth of the wooden station building, and the glimpse into the daily lives of locals make it a hidden gem of a station. Why not take your time to explore the charm of this station and its surroundings?