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The Best Road Trip Stops in Japan: Michi-no-Eki Guide


Michi-no-Eki (Roadside stations) introduced in the video

Michi-no-Eki NamePrefectureHighlights
Michi-no-Eki AsahikawaHokkaidoA gateway to northern Hokkaido, offering local produce and a great stop before exploring the wilderness.
Michi-no-Eki Tono Kaze no OkaIwateKnown for fresh local produce, dairy products, and traditional rural culture of Tono.
A・La・Date Michi-no-EkiMiyagiFamous for its fruit, especially apples, and local sweets. A popular stop for seasonal delicacies.
Michi-no-Eki Kawaba Denen PlazaGunmaOne of Japan’s most popular roadside stations, with craft beer, bakeries, and family-friendly facilities.
Michi-no-Eki HimiToyamaRenowned for fresh seafood from Toyama Bay, especially winter yellowtail.
Michi-no-Eki MunakataFukuokaLocated near the Munakata Taisha Shrine, offering fresh seafood and local specialties.
Michi-no-Eki KyodaOkinawaA famous stop with panoramic ocean views, Okinawan food, and tropical fruit.

Fairfield by Marriott, a roadside hotel brand located next to Japan’s Michi-no-Eki (roadside rest areas), has properties across the country. The below is a list of areas that are especially recommended for foreign tourists.

Michi-no-Eki × Fairfield by Marriott

Michi-no-Eki NameAdjacent HotelPrefectureOverview
Michi-no-Eki Nikko Nikko Kaido Niconico HonjinFairfield by Marriott Tochigi NikkoTochigi PrefectureGateway to Nikko with a tourist info center, local product shop, and event hall—great for sampling Nikko specialties and crafts.
Michi-no-Eki Kushimoto Hashigui-iwaFairfield by Marriott Wakayama KushimotoWakayama PrefectureNear the Kumano Kodo area with striking views of the Hashigui-iwa rock formations; fresh local seafood is a highlight.
Michi-no-Eki AsoFairfield by Marriott Kumamoto AsoKumamoto PrefectureAt the foot of Mt. Aso, featuring a farmers’ market and visitor info—perfect for enjoying Aso’s landscapes and regional cuisine.

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