Wakkanai Station

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Japan's northernmost station! A spacious station building with a cinema and a roadside station.

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HighlightsIt's Japan's northernmost train station.
The spacious station building houses a cinema and a roadside station.
Offers stunning panoramic views of Wakkanai Port and Soya Bay.
Features an exhibition corner showcasing Wakkanai's history and culture.
Many hotels and restaurants nearby make it a convenient base for exploring the area.

Basic Information

Address: 3-6 Chuo, Wakkanai City, Hokkaido Search for tourist attractions in Hokkaido

Access: Wakkanai Station is the terminus of the Soya Main Line and is accessible from various locations in Hokkaido. ● Approximately 5 hours by express train from JR Sapporo Station ● Approximately 3 hours by express train from JR Asahikawa Station Wakkanai Station is located in the center of Wakkanai City, providing convenient access to various locations within the city. ● Accessible on foot or by bus to Wakkanai city center. ● Approximately 30 minutes by bus to Wakkanai Airport. Show route

Op.Hours: Operating hours vary depending on the facility.

Cld.Days: Varies depending on the facility.

Fee: Admission fees vary depending on the facility.

INFO: Wakkanai Station is open 24 hours a day.

HP: https://www.jrhokkaido.co.jp/network/railway/station/wakkanai.html

Overview

Wakkanai Station is the terminus of the JR Hokkaido Soya Main Line, located in Wakkanai City, Hokkaido, and is Japan's northernmost station. The station building is directly connected to "Kitakara," a commercial complex completed in 2012, and is a bustling area with a roadside station, bus terminal, cinema, and restaurants. Once a somewhat run-down station, Wakkanai Station was transformed into a modern and stylish station with the rebuilding of its station building in 2012. The glass-walled station building offers an open and airy feel, providing stunning views of Wakkanai Port and Soya Bay. There's also an exhibition corner inside the station showcasing Wakkanai's history and culture. Many hotels and restaurants are located around Wakkanai Station, making it a convenient base for sightseeing. Access to Wakkanai's tourist spots, such as Soya Misaki Cape and Noshappu Cape, is also convenient from Wakkanai Station. Wakkanai Station is a popular destination for many tourists as Japan's northernmost station. Be sure to stop by Wakkanai Station when you visit Wakkanai.

Wakkanai Station

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