Discover one of Wakayama’s most charming local railways on this 2-hour guided journey to meet the famous Cat Stationmaster at Kishi Station.

Meet your guide in front of the 7-Eleven Heart-In at JR Wakayama Station Central Gate. After a short introduction, purchase your ticket with your guide and board the Wakayama Electric Railway Kishigawa Line.

Meet your guide and receive a tour introduction — 5 minutes
Purchase your ticket and enter JR Wakayama Station — 5 minutes
Train ride from Wakayama Station to Kishi Station— 35 minutes
Kishi Station / Meet the Cat Stationmaster, visit Tama Shrine, and take photos — 10 minutes
Tama Café / Relax with one included drink— 25 minutes
Train ride from Kishi Station back to Wakayama Station — 35 minutes
Return to the meeting point and tour conclusion — 5 minutes

During the train journey, your local guide will introduce the story of the Wakayama Electric Railway, including how the rural line faced the threat of closure and how Tama, the beloved cat appointed stationmaster in 2007, helped transform it into a popular local attraction.

At Kishi Station, discover the playful cat-themed station building, meet the current Cat Stationmaster when available, visit Tama Shrine in honor of the original Tama, and take commemorative photos.

Then, enjoy a relaxing break at Tama Café with one included drink before boarding the train back to Wakayama Station.

Round-trip train fares between Wakayama and Kishi stations and one drink at Tama Café are included in the tour.
In the unlikely event that this core component is unavailable, the tour will not proceed, and you will receive a full refund.