Train station • 1-chōme-11-5 Edooka, Yawatahama, Ehime 796-0031, Japan
Yawatahama Station, which retains tradition and atmosphere, is an important hub located at the westernmost point of JR Shikoku. The absence of automatic ticket gates and ticket checks by station attendants, who retain a retro atmosphere, gives you a sensation as if you have transcended time and space.
The sight of trains with one to three cars coming and going is like stepping out of a scene from a movie. The iconic scene of the closing door of the train car unfolds before your eyes and will surely leave a deep, lasting memory.
Weekdays are lively with commuters and students, but at the same time, the relaxed country air unique to rural areas permeates. Although the frequency is only about one train per hour, it exudes the unique ambience of Yawatahama.
The limited express train to Matsuyama offers a comfortable ride, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful rural scenery from the window. Seat reservations are relatively easy, so you can leisurely enjoy the journey.
It is about a 20-minute walk to Yawatahama Port, which connects to Beppu and Usuki. There are also buses available, but taxis or rental cars will be convenient at night. The route from the station to the port is straightforward, so you won't get lost.
It seems that the deep charm of this station conveys the wish for visitors to fully experience the allure of Yawatahama. In search of the essence of a journey that transcends time, why not set out on a journey to Ehime from Yawatahama Station?