矢切庚申塚

Did Yagiri Station ever have a different name? It did. Yagiri Station, nestled in Matsudo City, was initially called Kayama Station. This station, opened on March 31, 1991, is a vital part of the Hokuso Line. It’s more than just a stop on your journey. Yagiri Station holds a secret, a melodic one. Its departure melody, introduced on March 31, 2017, is a local folk song, “Yagiri no Watashi”. This charming tune echoes the area’s history, tied to the Yagiri ferry crossing on the Edo River. The ferry, still operating today, connects Yagiri to Sawara in Chiba Prefecture. This ferry isn’t just a mode of transport. It’s a link to the past, a time when boats were essential for travel and trade. The song “Yagiri no Watashi” captures this sentiment. It speaks of a journey, a connection between two places. This connection is also reflected in Yagiri Station itself. It connects the present to the past, the city to the river, and the people to their history. As you stand here, listening to the melody, imagine the ferry crossing the river. Picture the people on board, their lives intertwined with the rhythm of the water. Yagiri Station and the “Yagiri no Watashi” melody offer a glimpse into this rich history. They invite you to step back in time and experience the charm of old Yagiri.