JR Shimonada Station is an unmanned station located in Iyo City, Ehime Prefecture, famous nationwide for the spectacular view of the Seto Inland Sea that spreads out from the platform. The tracks are so close to the sea that you can almost reach out and touch it, and when you stand on the platform, you can experience the feeling of standing on the sea. This impressive location has become known for being used many times in JR's Seishun 18 Ticket posters, and now it is a popular spot visited by many railroad fans, photographers, and tourists.

The greatest attraction of this station is its location and the different views depending on the time of day. In particular, at dusk, the sun setting over the sea paints the entire station a fantastic orange color, creating a breathtakingly beautiful sight. Sitting on a bench, feeling the sea breeze, and watching the colors of the sky quietly change will help you forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

JR Shimonada Station is not just a place to enjoy the view, but the retro atmosphere of the station building and platform is also one of its attractions. It is so nostalgic that it has been used as a location for movies and dramas. The messages left by visitors and messages of messages posted on the station building's walls show how much this station is loved by many people.

A little to the west, there is a photo spot called "Shimonada Station Aerial View Photo Spot". It's also a great spot to watch the sunset, so be sure to stop by if you have time.

There are several parking spaces next to the station, but about 200 meters away, there is the "Shimonada Station Temporary Parking Lot".

[Trivia]
The station closest to the sea in Japan is actually Daisanto Station on the Shimabara Railway in Shimabara City, Nagasaki Prefecture. Daisanto Station is an unmanned station with the Ariake Sea stretching out in front of the platform, and on a clear day at high tide, you can enjoy a beautiful contrast between the blue sea and the sky. However,

[Hidden gem]
The mobile food truck "Shimonada Coffee" opened in 2017 and has become a popular tourist spot. It is open from around 13:00 to sunset on weekdays, and from 10:00 to sunset on weekends and holidays.

[Useful points of concern]
There are a few parking spaces at the station, but they fill up quickly in the evening. Depending on the day and time, there may be a lot of tourists, so if you want to take pictures of the quiet seascape, you should consider going at a different time.