Kadohara Station

Kadohara Station is a small railway stop on the JR Etsumi-Hoku Line in Ono City, Fukui Prefecture, serving as a gateway to the rural landscapes of this mountainous region. The station opened in 1960 and operates as an unmanned facility, reflecting the quiet, pastoral character of the surrounding area. While modest in scale, it provides access to several points of interest that showcase the natural beauty and agricultural heritage of the Ono region.

The station sits in an area known for its rice paddies and mountain views, with the Kuzuryu River flowing nearby. This part of Fukui Prefecture is celebrated for its clean water sources and traditional farming practices. Visitors often use Kadohara Station as a starting point for exploring the less-touristed countryside, where the rhythm of rural Japanese life continues largely unchanged. The surrounding landscape offers seasonal appeal, particularly during spring planting and autumn harvest when the fields create striking visual patterns.

Those visiting the area can experience quiet walks through agricultural land, photography opportunities of mountain scenery, and observation of traditional rural architecture in nearby settlements. The station itself is simple and functional, with basic platform facilities. Some travelers appreciate the station as a peaceful stop along the Etsumi-Hoku Line, which connects Fukui City to Kuzuryu Lake and offers scenic mountain railway travel.

Kadohara Station is accessible via the JR Etsumi-Hoku Line, with trains running several times daily from Fukui Station (approximately 40-50 minutes) and from Kuzuryu Lake Station to the north. The station has no staffed ticket office, so passengers should purchase tickets from vending machines or arrange payment onboard. There is no admission fee to access the station or surrounding public areas. Limited parking is available nearby for those driving.