A, La, Date Roadside Station

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A, La, Date Roadside Station

The popular farmers market is lined with Osaki-grown produce and processed foods.

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This large roadside station stands along National Route 47 in Osaki City, Miyagi Prefecture. It also offers convenient access to Naruko Onsenkyo, one of Japan’s leading hot spring areas, and draws over 3 million visitors each year. Inside, you’ll find a souvenir shop, a farmers market, and dining options, where you can shop for local ingredients and specialty products and enjoy local flavors.

The farmers market is especially well regarded for its wide selection of fresh vegetables, fruit, and processed foods from the local Osaki area, with seasonal specialties changing throughout the year. The souvenir shop, stocked with local sweets such as manju buns and local sake, is popular with tourists. There is also a permanent store by the Hokkaido chocolate maker Royce, offering a lineup unique to its sister-city connection.

The dining area serves set meals, ramen, and curry made with local vegetables and game meat. There are also easy takeaway options, a handmade deli section, and a bakery, making it a perfect stop during a drive.

Highlights

  • An easy-to-stop-by roadside station along the highway.
  • The farmers market is popular for its wide range of local ingredients and specialty products.
  • Enjoy local gourmet flavors at the dining area or with takeaway options.

Photos

  • A well-stocked farm stand supplied by Approx. 200 producers

    A well-stocked farm stand supplied by Approx. 200 producers

  • A full lineup of popular Miyagi souvenirs

    A full lineup of popular Miyagi souvenirs

  • Within walking distance of the JR station, with convenient train access as well

    Within walking distance of the JR station, with convenient train access as well

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?

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Yes, free Wi-Fi is available.

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Are there coin lockers?

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No.

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Is there a smoking area?

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Yes, outdoors.

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What kinds of souvenirs are available?

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Sasa kamaboko, gyutan, Hagi no Tsuki, karinto, shimi dofu, kuri dango, shiso maki, and more

Reviews

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    It’s not just about local specialty products—the dessert section is super tempting too. The fruit cake and cheese tarts are especially popular. The whole place is clean and spacious, and they also sell boxed meals and prepared foods, so grabbing something to eat is really easy. It’s the kind of place you definitely want to stop by when driving past, have a look around, and stock up a bit.

Details

Name in Japanese
あ・ら・伊達な道の駅
Postal Code
989-6405
Address
4-1 Shimomiyamichishita, Iketsuki, Iwadeyama, Osaki City, Miyagi Prefecture
Phone
0229-73-2236
Closed on
Open daily
Hours
March–November 9:00am–6:00pm, December–February 9:00am–5:00pm
Access
Approx. 3 minutes on foot from JR Iketsuki Station
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official website
Official website (Japanese)