Kashikojima Station is the southern terminus of the Kintetsu Railway’s Shima Line, located in Shima City, Mie Prefecture. It serves as the main gateway to the Ise-Shima region, famous for its scenic bays, pearl cultivation, and high-end resort hotels. The station is compact, easy to navigate, and offers direct connections to major cities in the Kansai and Chubu regions.

Facilities

• Ticket Gates: Automatic IC card gates (Suica, ICOCA, and other major cards accepted)

• Ticket Counters: Staffed Kintetsu counter for seat reservations and passes

• Waiting Area: Indoor seating with vending machines

• Tourist Information: Small desk with pamphlets about Shima, Ago Bay cruises, and nearby attractions

• Restrooms: Located inside the station building

• Taxis & Buses: Stand located immediately outside the station

Getting There by Kintetsu Limited Express

From Kyoto

• Route: Kintetsu Limited Express from Kyoto Station → change at Yamato-Yagi Station → direct to Kashikojima

• Travel Time: ~3 hr 15 min

• Fare: Approx. ¥5,000–¥5,500 (including Limited Express seat fee)

From Osaka

• Namba: Direct Kintetsu Limited Express from Osaka-Namba Station to Kashikojima (some trains require a change at Iseshi or Toba)

  • Time: ~2 hr 45 min

  • Fare: Approx. ¥4,500–¥5,000

• Osaka-Uehommachi: Also served by direct Limited Express trains to Kashikojima

From Nagoya

• Direct Kintetsu Limited Express from Kintetsu-Nagoya Station to Kashikojima

• Travel Time: ~2 hr 10 min

• Fare: Approx. ¥3,500–¥4,000

Travel Tips

• Seat Reservations: All Kintetsu Limited Express trains to Kashikojima require seat reservations, which can be booked online, at Kintetsu counters, or via ticket machines.

• Pass Options: Consider the Kintetsu Rail Pass (available for foreign tourists) if visiting multiple destinations in Mie, Nara, or Kyoto within a few days.

• Last Train: Be aware that the last Limited Express departures from Kashikojima to major cities are in the late afternoon or early evening.