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Michi-no-Eki Itako
Fresh local produce, Ibaraki special-made goods and more at this one-stop highway shop.
Michi-no-Eki is a scrumptious, one-stop shop in Itako City, Ibaraki Prefecture, a town that once thrived as a hub of water transport. Many swing by here for the farmers’ market Shinsen Ichiba Itarō, a famed sweeping selection of freshly harvest produce that draws both locals and travelers driving through the area.
One stop to check out is Uruoi-kan, a souvenir stop with the best selection of true-blue Ibaraki souvenirs from across the prefecture. Along with regional specialties, this absolute must also offers original character goods and exclusive items only available at Michi-no-Eki Itako. If you’re snacky pop over to Niji Kobo, another shop inside that7s famous for its specialty dorayaki, or enjoy original dishes made with local ingredients at Itako Kome Jiman Ofukuro-tei.
On weekends, the kitchen car Mot Pho makes a special appearance, serving pho noodles made from rice grown in Itako. The roadside station also features a spacious 6,000-tsubo ground golf course and an information center with heaps of savvy tourist tips and product details. Break up the driving between destinations and enjoy a little stop for something local.
Highlights
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A roadside station in Itako City, Ibaraki Prefecture, featuring a variety of facilities.
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The farmers’ market Shinsen Ichiba Itarō is popular with both locals and visitors for its fresh vegetables.
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The souvenir shop Uruoi-kan boasts one of the best selections in the prefecture.
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A kitchen car appears on weekends only.
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The Information Center is perfect for picking up travel and product details during a drive or sightseeing trip.
Photos
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A roadside station marked by its pyramid-shaped roof
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“Uruoi-kan” offers a wide variety of Ibaraki souvenirs
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Inside Uruoi-kan, “Niji Kobo” is famous for its specialty dorayaki
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The farmers’ market is lined with freshly picked vegetables, popular with locals
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At lunchtime, Ofukuro-tei serves homestyle dishes and side items
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The ground golf course also has an attached dog run
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
Sorry, we don’t.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
No free Wi-Fi available.
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Are coin lockers available?
Not available.
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Do you offer tax-free services?
Yes, we do.
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Are there any smoking areas?
Yes.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 道の駅いたこ
- Postal Code
- 311-2416
- Address
- 1326-1 Maekawa, Itako City, Ibaraki
- Telephone
- 0299-67-1161
- Closed
- Open every day
- Business Hours
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9:00am - 7:00pm
Ofukuro-tei 7:00am - 5:00pm, Ground Golf 9:00am - 5:00pm,
Kitchen Car (weekends only) 11:00am - 3:00pm - Access
- About 25 minutes walk or about 5 minutes by car from JR Kashima Line’s Nobukata Station.
- Credit Cards
- Varies by store
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)