後発のちっちゃい駅／これぞ岡山のベッドタウン／一駅一駅 JR山陽線 ＃１７ 高島駅
I am currently at Takashima Station on the JR Sanyo Line. Takashima Station is located in Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture, between Nishikawahara/Shuritsu Station and Higashiokayama Station. The area around the station is lined with relatively new housing, has historically been blessed with water, and has a certain amount of farmland. Another day begins today.
Since the sunlight is still weak, I will look around the area first. Now I would like to head to Bizen Kokusoja Shrine at the foot of that mountain. It’s about a 20 minute walk.
The fact that there is a cram school means that there is likely to be a lot of housing as well. There are rice fields here and there, but I also see a lot of new housing. Cross Prefectural Route 96. Thursday seems like flammable garbage day. There are peaches here too.
They are brought in one after another on foot, by bicycle, and by motorbike. Oh, there’s a gatepost of some kind. It feels like a historic road, with houses lined up one after the other. It is also the route for elementary school students to go to school. Shorts? First, let’s go to Sujin Shrine.
It rained yesterday and it’s damp. A stone guardian dog. I like the moss feel on the surface. It is said that the castle’s lord, Lord Tsunamasa Ikeda, had it built because it corresponds to the Ushitora Demon Gate of Okayama Castle. The main deity enshrined is, of course, Susanoo no Mikoto.
By the way, there are many Sujin Shrines around Okayama City, and they seem to be visited as often as stations. Let’s make sure to visit. It is said that the locals call it “Gion-san”. The Gion Festival is held in July. Bizen Kokusoja Shrine is 900 meters away.
It will be at the foot of that mountain. It will take about 20 minutes to walk from the station. The mountains are far away. There is a rich flow of water, and it looks like a river, but it is not.
If it’s agricultural water, there’s no need to drain it this far during the winter season, but it’s probably used for other purposes as well. There is something called Gion Ohi near Soja . It branches off from the Asahikawa River, a first class river, and allows water to flow in various directions.
It is the source of a rich flow. It is said to have been built during the Edo period, when new field development was being carried out under the direction of Nagatada Tsuda. That is still active today. During renovations in the 1970s, the original gutters were kept. The plains of Okayama are wide.
The technique of processing and assembling stones without any gaps is also amazing. And you are proceeding with your business with an understanding that water is important for agriculture. It was stopped here. Well now, this is Soja. As the main shrine of Bizen Province, it is said that
If you visit here, you will have visited all 128 shrines in Bizen Province. I entered from the side. The front looks like this. It feels like I’m being stared at, and it makes me tingle. Oh? It’s a shrine with an unusual shape. There’s no bell and I can’t see inside at all.
There is also no plaque with the company’s name on it. This is because it was built in the same way as when it was first built in the Heian period, and is said to be the only one in Japan. It is a shrine full of mystery and mystery.
I can’t wait for the cherry blossoms. Then walk for 10 minutes. The place I came to was Kasyoan. We have both Japanese and Western sweets, but this is a shop with a strong creative element. When it comes to something that you can enjoy at a reasonable price, it’s Anbuta Monaka.
I received it at the store. The feature is that the butter is Calpis butter. Also, the shape is nice. I’ll enjoy having this. The combination of Calpis butter and red bean paste creates a complex flavor with a mix of sweetness and slightly sourness . It gives you a gentle taste. Calpis.
It’s not boring and easy to eat. Kayoan is a confectionery shop with three stores in Okayama. Everyone in Okayama is also enjoying ground golf. Is it common throughout the country? I guess it’s a municipal housing complex. It is a place where you can see a large waterway and many houses.
Also, there are many narrow roads. There was a separate sidewalk here. The road has been made wide. The wind is strong, but it’s not cold. It’s okay if you don’t have gloves. It’s a castle-like house. One of its characteristics is that there are many winding roads. I found a house for sale.
I can’t find it. How do you like it. Okaden bus. There are quite a few buses to the station. The roads are all flat, so you won’t need an assisted bicycle. This is Ryobi bus. It also says Uno Bus. Uno bus was also here. Now, let’s have lunch. I came to Cowbell Coffee
, located on the first floor of the Ogura Gumi building . The menu is tastefully put together and leaves a good impression. From the snack menu today, I chose the deluxe set of mixed sandwiches. Lunch looks good. I was alone in the store, and I almost melted into the music.
It’s definitely a hidden gem. came. It’s quite a volume. Yogurt and salad are added to the deluxe set. I was hungry after walking so much. I can’t get enough of this fulfilling time. The coffee has a nice aroma and just the right amount of acidity. There was a banana hidden
In the yogurt . A well-balanced meal makes me feel excited. Thank you for the meal. I arrived at the south exit of Takashima Station. This is an urban station surrounded by grasslands. Takashima Station opened in 1985. The south exit was opened for use in 2008, but
There is no rotary and you can only walk there. This is unusual for a station near a city. Also, there are stairs and it is not wheelchair accessible. It’s a shame because the average number of passengers per day is around 3,000 people. However, it is definitely functional.
The Sanyo Line and Ako Line come both up and down, so there are four trains per hour during the day. Be careful where you’re going when you ride. The bicycle parking lot at the south exit is a type where you can park your bicycle in a frame.
And it is for regular use only. General price: 1,250 yen per month. It stops nicely. The parking lot on the north exit side is 500 yen for 24 hours. I like the yellow train. However, it seems that the new vehicle will start running from January 20, 2024. I’d like to see it soon.
On the north side of the Shinkansen line are trees and a residential complex. The rows of trees are beautiful. Momotaro can be found in many places. It seems to be called Shinyashiki Danchi. The map next to the station shows us all the way to Okayama Castle.
In addition to the Korakuen route, five other routes have been established within Okayama City, allowing people to walk while experiencing nature, history, and culture and live a healthy life. There doesn’t seem to be a rotary in front of the station as it faces the road. Bicycle parking is right next door.
Hmm, there’s something that looks like an entrance. No, no, the rotary was located under an elevated railway in an unexpected way. excuse me. Of course it’s necessary. There is a dedicated Park & Ride parking lot between the station building and the station building.
It looks like it can hold quite a number of tables. And then there’s the station building. The white walls give it a Western feel. There is also a slope on the side. Bicycle parking lot right next door It’s cheap at 100 yen a day. The station building is manned and small.
There are three automatic ticket vending machines, one of which is a midori ticket vending machine. Now, let’s enter. Takashima Station is located between Nishikawara/Shukuji Station and Higashiokayama Station. It is a relative type platform with 2 wires. It looks like the station was installed without changing the alignment.
There is a Norikoshi payment machine here that also allows IC charging. Platform 2 goes down towards Okayama/Kurashiki. Elevator is also available. The route to the home is beautiful. Furthermore, there is even a trash can. Isn’t it cool? The station number is JR-S03 on the Sanyo Line. Normally, everything should stop, so maybe.
That yellow one, maybe. Hell! Limited Express Inaba. Takashima Station has many detached houses and apartment complexes, giving the impression of being a commuter town in Okayama. The detached house has a small garden and garage, but no field. Probably because land prices are high.
It made me feel like I was close to the city. Now, let’s take the yellow train home. There are many people on the train, so it is good etiquette in Japan to be quiet. See you again at the next station. Please subscribe to the channel and give us a high rating.
駅から始まる小さな旅、一駅一駅。
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2023/12/7
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