Rinko at Onomichi Station
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Onomichi Station sits by the port where the Shimanami Kaido begins, and riders arrive on the Sanyo Line. The Shinkansen stops at Shin-Onomichi instead, so plan a change at Fukuyama.
Services
| Service | Time | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanyo Line platformsJR West | – | – | Platform 1 is level with the South Gate. Platforms 2 and 3 are reached by lift. |
JR West rebuilt the station in 2019, and its barrier-free listing shows both gates step-free from the street. Trains for Mihara and Hiroshima use platform 1, level with the South Gate. Trains for Fukuyama and Okayama use platform 2, and a lift serves it and platform 3. The staffed ticket office at the South Gate opens from 08:00 to 20:00.
Shimanami Japan counts more than 100 coin lockers beside the main gates, at ¥400, ¥600 and ¥800 a day, plus three extra-large lockers at ¥1,000. Bags can stay up to 72 hours, and Suica, PASMO or cash all work. The Yamato office in the shopping arcade holds bags for ¥500 a piece.
JR West's rule for the train is simple. Take the bike apart, put every part inside a dedicated bag, and keep it within 250 cm and 30 kg.
Worth knowing
- Change from the Shinkansen to the Sanyo Line at Fukuyama to arrive at Onomichi Station itself.
- Leave the empty bike bag in a station locker if you plan to ride back to Onomichi.
Quick answers about Rinko at Onomichi Stationよくある質問
Is there a lift at Onomichi Station?
Yes. JR West lists a lift to platforms 2 and 3, and platform 1 is level with the South Gate.
Can you take a bike on JR West?
Yes. JR West carries bikes in a bike bag (rinko bag).
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