In December 2015, JR Hokkaido announced that the station would continue to operate in the coming year with financial and manpower support from the town government; the arrangement would be renewed annually after review and consultation with the local authorities. The most recent renewal took place on 28 March 2022.
JR Hokkaido stated in December 2015 that the station would continue to operate for the upcoming year, thanks to financial and personnel support from the town government; the agreement will be renewed annually after evaluation and consultation with local authorities. The most recent renewal took place on March 28, 2022.