Do you know there is a company in Soja City that engages in community development with the motto "Building a big town with small connections"?
That is Enjayah.
They operate a rental space called Station Lounge ADORIBA inside JR Soja Station and plan and hold various events such as a market event at the birthplace of Sesshu.
Additionally, they also operate a rental space with a railway diorama called Soja Cross Point right in front of JR Soja Station, which can be enjoyed by railway fans from small children to adults.
They are also involved in projects such as the utilization of idle real estate.
Let's delve deeper into Enjayah, which is committed to community development in Soja.
Enjayah is a community development company established in 2020 in Soja City
Enjayah is a community development company located in Soja City.
It was established in 2020, when a group of volunteers living in Soja City came together.
They are engaged in various projects related to community development in Soja City, from hard aspects to soft aspects.
In terms of hard projects, the rental space Station Lounge ADORIBA inside JR Soja Station and the rental space Soja Cross Point with a railway diorama located in front of JR Soja Station are representative examples.
In addition, they also plan and hold various events as part of their soft projects.
Rental space "Station Lounge ADORIBA"
Station Lounge ADORIBA is a rental space utilizing the station master's room of the Ibara Railway located at JR Soja Station.
The unused station master's room was effectively utilized and renovated into a rental space, opening in September 2022.
The station master's room is approximately 13 square meters and is equipped with a commercial refrigerator and a sink.
Additionally, power outlets and Wi-Fi are also available.
Examples of use include pop-up shops for bento sales, meetings, computer work, and small group lessons.
In the future, they plan to obtain permission for café operations and will be able to set up a coffee stand.
For more details about using ADORIBA, please refer to the official ADORIBA Instagram.
Event Planning
Enjayah not only engages in hard projects like Cross Point and ADORIBA but also conducts soft projects such as planning and holding events.
A representative event planned by Enjayah is the event at the birthplace of Sesshu located in Akahama, Soja City.
They hold fun events such as markets, concerts, kite-flying competitions, and night picnics in the park.
In addition, they have also held tours exploring the many kofun (ancient burial mounds) in the Soja area, taking advantage of the region's characteristics.
Soja Cross Point
The following content was interviewed in 2023 when it was operated as a railway gallery.
After February 2025, it will be renewed into a rental space with a railway diorama, and the content will change.
For detailed business information about Soja Cross Point, please check the official website and official Instagram.
Soja Cross Point is a railway gallery operated by Enjayah (after February 2025, it will be a rental space with a railway diorama).
It opened in 2020.
The location is right in front of JR Soja Station (on the east side).
It is located on the second floor of the building that is immediately visible in front of the east exit of JR Soja Station.
On the first floor, there are a café called Konon, acupuncture "Itsutsunoki", and a pizza shop "PIZZA VERY'S".
There is a staircase on the north side of the building leading to the second floor.
On the walls of the staircase, there are many valuable railway photographs and station name plates that seem to have historical significance, making it a must-see.
Inside Cross Point, there are spaces such as the following:
- Plarail
- Railway models
- Exhibition of railway-related goods
- Sale of railway-related goods and original Cross Point goods
Let me introduce them in order.
Plarail Corner
In the Plarail Corner, you can actually play with Plarail trains.
The scale of the tracks is large, and the variety and number of trains, from passenger trains to freight trains and Shinkansen, are very abundant.
Small children are very excited and might lose track of time while getting absorbed in it.
It seems to be very popular among those who visit with children.
Playing with Plarail is free, and no reservation is required.
Model Train Corner
The Model Train (Diorama) Corner is a paradise for train enthusiasts known as "model train fans."
We display two types of model trains: N gauge and HO gauge.
The appearance of the station building and the scenery along the tracks are also realistic, making it enjoyable just to look at.
There are also valuable model trains displayed in the showcases along the walls, so be sure to check them out.
In the Model Train Corner, you can actually experience train operation, with a usage time of 1 hour.
You can also bring your own train to run.
Usage is paid.
Additionally, private reservations for groups are possible, but please make a reservation by the day before.
Railway Goods Exhibition Corner
The Railway Goods Exhibition Corner occupies about half of the indoor space.
Various rare goods are displayed, which will be irresistible for railway fans.
To introduce some of the displayed goods, there are the following:
- Model trains
- Uniforms
- Tickets
- Business documents
- Business supplies
- Railway magazines
The magazine "Railway Fan" is displayed in very large quantities.
Moreover, there are very rare items such as the first issue and early editions.
Additionally, uniforms and business-related items that were actually used by railway companies are also on display.
I used to be a railway employee, and I discovered tools such as signal lamps, lanterns, tablets, and clocks that were used in operations, as well as documents like operation reports, timetables, diagrams, and railway regulations.
It brings back very nostalgic feelings and reminds me of a busy era.
Railway Goods and Original Goods Corner
At Cross Point, we are displaying some railway goods and original goods from Cross Point.
The railway goods on display include actual railway company uniforms, commemorative tickets, and commemorative stickers.
Additionally, Cross Point's official website also offers mail order.
Enjaya LLC is dedicated to community development in various ways in Soja City.
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Enjaya LLC (Soja Cross Point) Data
Prices include tax
| Name | Enjaya LLC (Soja Cross Point) |
|---|---|
| Location | 1-2-1 Ekimae, Soja City, Okayama Prefecture (2nd floor) |
| Contact | 090-6419-1402 |
| Parking | None Please use the coin parking within Soja Station |
| Opening Hours | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM * Irregular business hours mainly on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays (reservations required) For business days, please refer to the official website or official Instagram. |
| Closed Days | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, irregular holidays For business days, please refer to the official website or official Instagram. |
| Admission Fee (including tax) | [Private Use] 1 hour: 6,000 yen 2 hours: 10,000 yen 3 hours or more: 15,000 yen [Rental Layout] 1 hour: 800 yen/ lane * Reservation required |
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| Reservations | Available Use is by reservation |
| Smoking | Completely non-smoking |
| Toilet | Western-style toilet |
| Website | Community Development Company Enjaya |
