Hirakida Station
Lines. Hirakida Station is served by the Uetsu Main Line and is 44.7 kilometers from the terminus of the line at . Station layout. The station consists of two opposed side platforms connected by a footbridge. The station is unattended. History. The station opened on 1 November 1914. With the privatization of Japanese National Railways (JNR) on 1 April 1987, the station came under the control of JR East. Surrounding area. The station is mainly used by students who live in the area. Points of interest include: