Key Facts
• Tsushimanomiya Station operates only on August 4 and 5 annually.
• Located on JR Yosan Line between Kaiganji and Takuma stations.
• Station coincides with Tsushima Shrine’s Summer Grand Festival.
• Commemorative tickets sold for ¥280 (adult and child set).
• Limited to 2,000 sets per day, cash-only sales at the station.
• Ticket designs differ for August 4 and 5, featuring station and train imagery.
• Tsushima Shrine connected by a 250-meter “Happiness Bridge” during the festival.
• Festival attracts approximately 100,000 visitors annually.
• Highlights include fireworks, special shrine stamps, and family blessings.
• Festival dates for 2025: August 4 (8:30 AM–5:00 PM) and August 5 (8:30 AM–3:00 PM).
Summary
Tsushimanomiya Station, Japan’s shortest-operating station, opens exclusively on August 4 and 5 to coincide with the Tsushima Shrine Summer Grand Festival in Kagawa Prefecture. Visitors can purchase limited-edition commemorative tickets for ¥280, with unique designs for each day. The station is accessible via the JR Yosan Line and serves as a gateway to the festival, which features the “Happiness Bridge,” connecting the mainland to Tsushima Island. The festival draws around 100,000 attendees annually, offering blessings for children, fireworks, and exclusive shrine stamps. Early ticket purchase is recommended due to limited availability.
