Michi-no-Eki (Roadside stations) introduced in the video
Michi-no-Eki Name | Prefecture | Highlights |
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Michi-no-Eki Asahikawa | Hokkaido | A gateway to northern Hokkaido, offering local produce and a great stop before exploring the wilderness. |
Michi-no-Eki Tono Kaze no Oka | Iwate | Known for fresh local produce, dairy products, and traditional rural culture of Tono. |
A・La・Date Michi-no-Eki | Miyagi | Famous for its fruit, especially apples, and local sweets. A popular stop for seasonal delicacies. |
Michi-no-Eki Kawaba Denen Plaza | Gunma | One of Japan’s most popular roadside stations, with craft beer, bakeries, and family-friendly facilities. |
Michi-no-Eki Himi | Toyama | Renowned for fresh seafood from Toyama Bay, especially winter yellowtail. |
Michi-no-Eki Munakata | Fukuoka | Located near the Munakata Taisha Shrine, offering fresh seafood and local specialties. |
Michi-no-Eki Kyoda | Okinawa | A 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 Name | Adjacent Hotel | Prefecture | Overview |
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Michi-no-Eki Nikko Nikko Kaido Niconico Honjin | Fairfield by Marriott Tochigi Nikko | Tochigi Prefecture | Gateway 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-iwa | Fairfield by Marriott Wakayama Kushimoto | Wakayama Prefecture | Near the Kumano Kodo area with striking views of the Hashigui-iwa rock formations; fresh local seafood is a highlight. |
Michi-no-Eki Aso | Fairfield by Marriott Kumamoto Aso | Kumamoto Prefecture | At the foot of Mt. Aso, featuring a farmers’ market and visitor info—perfect for enjoying Aso’s landscapes and regional cuisine. |