Opening the gateway to Nikko, the hidden gem of the JR Nikko Line, Imaichi Station. This small station usually stands quietly, but it reminds visiting travelers of the essence of railway travel.
From the ticket gate to the platform, you need to use a footbridge, which only has stairs. Travelers with large luggage may find it a bit challenging. However, that's part of the charm of the retro atmosphere.
An 8-minute walk to Shin-Imaichi Station. Along the way, there are the memorial museum of composer Tetsuki Funamura and a shrine where Ninomiya Sontoku’s grave is located. Exploring the area around the station allows you to experience the culture of the region. Shin-Imaichi Station even has an exhibition of SL trains.
Having a cool place to rest in the summer and a warm one in the winter will enhance the essence of the journey. Why not be invited by the fragrance of incense and feel the scenery of the trains quietly on the platform?
Imaichi Station may not only be the starting point of sightseeing, but it may also become a small destination for a leisurely trip. Why not get drunk in the romantic railway in this hidden station where time flows slowly?