Train station • Nishimuracho, Hamada, Shimane 697-1337, Japan
Oritate Station is a small unmanned station facing the Sea of Japan. The blue-painted station building exudes a friendly atmosphere, resembling a beach house. From the platform, visitors can enjoy a sweeping view of the beautiful Sea of Japan and feel the refreshing sea breeze.
The sandy beach in front of the station is bustling with swimmers during the summer. Even in the quiet off-season, strolling along the coastline and listening to the sound of the waves offers a special charm. At dusk, the spectacle of the orange-glowing sunset sinking into the horizon is particularly captivating.
On the other hand, the interior of the station building retains a nostalgic, old-fashioned atmosphere as if time has stood still. The nostalgic wooden structure brings back the appearance of the station's early days. In the waiting room, time flows leisurely, allowing visitors to appreciate the contrast between the past and the present.
Within walking distance from the station, visitors can also enjoy the magnificent ocean views from the Michinoeki Yuuhi Park Misumi. The wide panorama from a different angle captivates those who visit.
Although it is a small unmanned station, Oritate Station combines an open atmosphere where visitors can feel the sea breeze and a nostalgic tranquility where time seems to stand still. It is a place filled with the charm of enjoying beautiful ocean views while spending leisurely time.