Kobe Station

Overview

Kobe Station, located in Midori City, Gunma Prefecture, is a station on the Watarase Keikoku Railway Watarase Keikoku Line. Its Showa-retro station building is a major attraction and has been designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property. The wooden structure retains its original charm. Inside the station building is the "Seiryu" restaurant, housed in a former Kegon limited express train car that once ran on the Tobu Nikko Line. Enjoy a meal while soaking in the nostalgic atmosphere. The menu features many locally sourced ingredients, with the "Yamato pork bento box" being particularly popular. The surrounding area boasts a beautiful natural landscape, perfect for hiking and cycling. A 10-minute walk away is the Tomihiro Museum of Art, featuring the heartwarming works of Tomihiro Ishida, a leading figure in disability art and a native of Midori City. The museum showcases the works of Fujimura Ishida, a disabled artist who continues to create paintings, poetry, and calligraphy. His works are full of vitality and hope, inspiring many visitors. Kobe Station is a place filled with diverse attractions: a retro station building, stunning natural surroundings, and a wonderful art museum. Be sure to visit!