Nakai Station (Ishikawa)

Nakai Station (中井駅, Nakai-eki) is a railway station located in Hakusan, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. It is served by the Hokuriku Railway Ishikawa Line.

Station Layout and Services:

Nakai Station is an unstaffed station featuring a single side platform serving one track. The platform is relatively short and may not accommodate all cars of longer trains. A simple shelter is provided for waiting passengers. Ticketing is generally handled through onboard fare collection or pre-purchased tickets. Services at the station primarily consist of local trains operating along the Ishikawa Line.

History:

Nakai Station opened on June 22, 1915, as a station on the Ishikawa Railway. The Ishikawa Railway was later acquired by Hokuriku Railway.

Surrounding Area:

The area surrounding Nakai Station is primarily rural, characterized by agricultural fields and small residential areas. Limited commercial development exists in the immediate vicinity of the station. Access to the station is generally by local roads.

Accessibility:

The station is generally considered to have limited accessibility due to the lack of facilities such as elevators or ramps. Passengers with mobility impairments may require assistance when using the station.