Once facing closure due to dwindling ridership, Kishi Station was famously saved when a stray calico named Tama was appointed Super Station Master in 2007. Today, visitors flock from around the world to marvel at the cat-shaped station building, browse the cozy cat-themed café, and ride custom Tama-motif trains along the Wakayama Electric Railway. The feline legacy continues with successor Nitama on duty, greeting travelers from her glass office while sporting an official stationmaster cap. It is an utterly delightful pilgrimage for train enthusiasts and animal lovers alike.
- Cats
- Novelty Architecture
- Railway Attractions
- Animal Encounters
- Themed Trains
- Cafes
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