Japanese-style ambiance with breathtaking sea views Top 10 stunning train stations in Taiwan

By the MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

Taiwan boasts a unique historical charm, along with an exceptional geographical environment featuring surrounding seas and rolling mountains, giving many train stations diverse appeal and scenic features. The following highlights the top 10 most beautiful train stations across Taiwan. Amidst picturesque landscapes and a long history, each station possesses its own unique charm, making them must-visit spots for photography enthusiasts and rail fans.

1. Badouzi Station
Badouzi Station in Keelung was reopened at the end of 2016 after reconstruction, becoming a new hotspot for photography. It offers the most beautiful coastal line view, with endless seascapes that rival Taiwan’s most stunning Taron Station. In addition to renovating the old mountain-side platform, an 80-meter-long scenic platform was newly built on the ocean-facing side, allowing passengers to enjoy the beauty of the sea meeting the sky.

2. Tolar Station
Tolar Station in TaiMaLi Township, Taitung County, is known as Taiwan’s most beautiful station due to its breathtaking sea-and-sky views. The red railings on the platform are a distinctive feature. Standing here, you can overlook the Pacific Ocean, making it a favorite among rail fans and travelers.

3. Jiji Station
The 921 earthquake destroyed the over 70-year-old Jiji Station, but thanks to the efforts of many kind-hearted people, this historic station was rebuilt. The station is built with cypress wood, exuding traditional Japanese style, where you can feel the charm and nostalgic atmosphere of its former prosperity.

4. Chishang Station
Chishang Station, which was just renovated in early 2017 as part of the “Huadong New Stations Movement,” broke away from the dull concrete architecture and was redesigned in a pure wooden style, astonishing netizens who passed by, making them feel as if they had arrived in Japan. The Japanese-style exterior and arched wooden beams give the waiting hall a blend of fantasy and Zen-like tranquility.