About
In a corner of Tsurumi Ward, Yokohama City, Kokudo Station, located at a latitude of 35.5007748 degrees and a longitude of 139.6756958 degrees, stands as if left behind by the passage of time. Built in the early Showa era, this station still bears bullet marks on its walls, remnants of war that convey the weight of history.
Stepping into the station building, the coldness and dampness of the concrete touch your skin, and the old lighting emits a dim glow. Passing through the ticket gate, stairs leading to the platform appear, and beyond them, a space that transcends eras unfolds.
Standing on the platform, trains of the Keihin-Tohoku Line pass right before your eyes. Their sound and vibrations resonate with the station’s aged structures, creating a unique echo. At the edge of the platform, a wooden bench that retains traces of the past remains, and sitting there, you are enveloped in a sensation where past and present intertwine.
Around the station, shops and houses that retain the atmosphere of the Showa era line the streets, and the lives of local people are vibrant. At dusk, the savory aroma of grilled chicken wafts from the shopping street, tickling your nose and evoking a sense of nostalgia.
Kokudo Station is not merely a transportation hub, but a presence that quietly continues to watch over the changing times. Standing there, memories of the past are revived, and you feel as if you have become part of history. This station gently speaks to visitors of the passage of time and the preciousness of people’s lives.