Etchū-Nakagawa Station

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Etchū-Nakagawa Station (越中中川駅, Etchū-Nakagawa-eki) is a railway station located in Toyama Prefecture, Japan. It is operated by the West Japan Railway Company (JR West).

Overview

Etchū-Nakagawa Station is situated on the Himi Line, which connects Takaoka Station to Himi Station. The station is an important local hub, providing access to the surrounding residential and commercial areas.

History

The station opened on April 5, 1912, as part of the then Japanese Government Railways (JGR), which later became the Japanese National Railways (JNR). Following the privatization of JNR on April 1, 1987, the station came under the control of JR West.

Station Layout

Etchū-Nakagawa Station has a single side platform serving one track. The station building is a simple structure, providing basic amenities for passengers. There is no staff present at the station, making it an unstaffed station.

Services

The station is served by local trains on the Himi Line. The frequency of trains varies, with more services during peak hours to accommodate commuters.

Passenger Statistics

In fiscal year 2019, the station was used by an average of 200 passengers daily (boarding passengers only).

Surrounding Area

• Nakagawa Elementary School
• Nakagawa Post Office
• Nakagawa Park

Related Pages

• Himi Line
• Takaoka Station
• Himi Station
• West Japan Railway Company