Shuzenji Station — Attraction in Izu

素敵な田舎の駅！ Nice country railway station! But also a major touristic spot in Izu Peninsula! The station has been completely renovated recently with everything written in four languages. Great local products shop. Englsih-speaking staff at tourism information bureau. For the rqilway buffs: Shuzenji Station was opened on August 1, 1924 as part of the final extension of the Sunzu line from Ōhito. Shuzenji Station has two island platforms serving four tracks. Tracks 1 and 2 are used for local service only; Tracks 3 and 4 are used for both local and limited express Odoriko services. The station building has both a manned service counter and automatic...

Very simple station in a remote city. I think there is only a single line back and forth with a few tracks going alternatively. About 20 minutes in between each departure that goes toward Mishima. The sign is very simple, knowing which train on the track will leave first.

There is a washroom, convenience store, and a bus station nearby to better assist the passengers on their journey. Recently, the station has begun to take in credit card wireless payment as a method for riding this line to ease traffic on...

Clean station. Feels great walking out to see the mountains and the small town vibe. Many restaurants nearby are closed mid afternoon around 2-5pm though, so plan your arrival accordingly.

Tourist information office staff was very friendly and helpful! Helped me save money with the local bus 2-day pass (2400 yen), and tips on where to get off the bus. Bus is somehow quite costly here (1 hr ride costs 1400 yen), so definitely worth getting the...