NISHINOSHŌ

In December 1930, Nishinosho station opened at the same time as Higashi-Matsue Station. The place name "Nishinosho", which is also the name of the station, is said to be derived from the fact that Kinohonjo was once divided into Higashinosho and Nishinosho. In 1942, the Wakayama Steel Works of Sumitomo Metal Industries began operations, and the area developed. In 1954, the town was incorporated into Nishiwaki Town, and in September 1956, it merged with Wakayama City. "Kasai Park" is about a 10-minute walk from the station to the sea side. There are plenty of sports facilities such as tennis courts and archery fields, as well as amusement facilities such as children's amusement parks and field athletics.