Shimo-Uwa Station
railway station in Seiyo, Ehime prefecture, Japan
Shimo-Uwa Station (下宇和駅, Shimouwa-eki) is a passenger railway station located in the city of Seiyo, Ehime Prefecture, Japan. It is operated by JR Shikoku and has the station number "U23".
Lines
Shimo-Uwa Station is served by the JR Shikoku Yosan Line and is located 273.7 km from the beginning of the line at Takamatsu. Only local trains serve the station. Eastbound local trains terminate at Matsuyama. Connections with other services are needed to travel further east of Matsuyama on the line.
Layout
The station, which is unstaffed, consists of two opposed side platforms serving two tracks. A small station building serves as a waiting room. Access to the opposite platform is by means of ramps and a level crossing. A bike shed is provided nearby.
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