At Enoden’s Enoshima Station, the island vacation atmosphere and nostalgic retro charm hit you the moment you arrive! The station itself retains the classic character of an old wooden station. The most eye-catching feature is the group of adorable little bronze sparrows on the railing by the entrance. Every so often, a kind local grandmother hand-knits little sweaters and hats in different colors for them. Their seasonal outfit changes are so cute that you can’t help snapping photo after photo.
Follow the crowds and slowly wander along the lively shopping street, where the air is filled with the aroma of freshly baked rice crackers and tempting grilled seafood. The street is lined with Showa-era-style shops, Japanese sweet shops, and unique souvenir stores, making the walk both relaxing and full of local character. Enoden’s retro green-and-yellow trains slowly pass behind you from time to time with a ding-ding sound. The laid-back, easygoing pace immediately makes you slow down.
Stroll across the bridge over the sea with the cool ocean breeze on your face, and the lush green hills of Enoshima and the steadfast lighthouse observation deck unfold in the distance. Before you is the deep blue Pacific Ocean stretching all the way to the horizon, and the wide-open view instantly lifts your spirits. This atmosphere combining a retro railway, a leisurely street stroll, and unbeatable ocean views is exactly what makes Enoshima Station so charming.
