A local railway offering a magnificent view along the gorge.
A popular local railway known by its nickname "Watetsu", that is loved by both locals and tourists. Originally built as the Ashio Line, it became a passenger line connecting Kiryu Station and Mato Station in Nikko City of Tochigi. It leisurely runs 44.1 kilometers in around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of each season from the window, or purchase a one-day free ticket to explore the stations with a nostalgic atmosphere. The windowless trolley trains, which operate on weekends are popular among tourists.
| Address | 1375 Omama, Omama-cho, Midori City (Omama Station) |
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| Phone |
0277-73-2110（Watarase Keikoku Railway Main Office） 0277-72-1117（Omama Station） |
| Hours | 9:00 - 17:00 (Watarase Keikoku Railway Main Office) |
| Closed | Sat/Sun/Holidays (Watarase Keikoku Railway Main Office) |
| URL | https://www.watetsu.com/ |
| Admission | Please refer to the website for fares. (e.g. Omama Station - Godo Station Adult (above 12 years old) 600 yen, Children (Elementary school student) 300 yen |
| Best Season | April - November |
| Reservation | Not required (Numbered tickets for trolley trains are available 1 month prior to your boarding date.) |
| Parking | 50 spaces (Omama Station) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes (Omama Station) |
| Payment Method | Cash only |
| Remarks | You must have a ticket and a numbered ticket to board the trolley train. Numbered ticket for the trolley train Adult 520 yen, Children 260 yen |
