Japan Completes World's First 3D-Printed Railway Station Exterior

Hatsushima Station's structure was assembled overnight using cutting-edge technology, with interior work ongoing ahead of a July 2025 opening.

Hatsushima Station, located in Wakayama Prefecture, replaces a decades-old wooden structure with a compact, resilient design.
The station's 3D-printed components were produced in Kumamoto over seven days and assembled on-site in under six hours.
JR West and Serendix Corporation utilized a robotic arm and special mortar mix to create the reinforced concrete structure.
The innovative construction method reduced costs and time significantly, addressing labor shortages and rural infrastructure needs.
While the exterior is finished, interior installations like ticket machines are ongoing, with the station set to open in July 2025.