A passenger railway station in Ōtsu, operated by West Japan Railway Company, serving the Shiga Prefecture region.
At a glance
Shiga Station is a working railway hub in Ōtsu, Japan’s gateway to Lake Biwa and the Kansai region. The station facilitates regional passenger transport under JR West operations.
History
The station’s detailed history is not available in current sources. Its role as a passenger railway station reflects Japan’s extensive rail network development across prefectures.
What you see
As a modern operational railway station, Shiga Station serves contemporary transportation infrastructure standards. The station building accommodates passenger services typical of Japan’s regional rail system.
Cultural significance
The station represents Japan’s commitment to efficient regional connectivity. It provides crucial transportation links for residents and visitors traveling through Shiga Prefecture.
Key facts
- Location: Ōtsu, Shiga Prefecture, Japan
- Coordinates: 35.2024° N, 135.9248° E
- Operator: West Japan Railway Company (JR West)
- Function: Passenger railway station
Practical information & getting there
Shiga Station is accessible via JR West rail lines serving the Ōtsu area. For current schedules, fares, and connections, consult the JR West website or travel planning services.
Sources & resources
- Shiga Station – Wikipedia
- Cultural Heritage Online
Find it on the map
See this place and what’s around it →📷 Become a Cultural Heritage Online photographer
Share your photos of places: they stay published under your name as the author. The more they're seen, the more you get noticed — and soon a contest will reward the most appreciated photos.
Log in or sign up free to add a photoDo you manage this place?
This page is read by travellers and heritage enthusiasts who find it on Google. Keep it accurate — and make it work for you. Free for non-profit heritage institutions.