Michi-no-Eki Kotooka — Akita Roadside Station, Japan (map & hours)

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Michi-no-Eki Kotooka (道の駅ことおか) is a government-designated roadside station in 山本郡三種町, Akita, Japan, registered in 1996 as one of the country's official michi-no-eki rest stops for road travellers. On-site you'll find a restaurant, a local-products shop, a tourist-information desk, hands-on experiences and an observation deck. There is free parking for about 99 cars and 24 large vehicles. Typical opening hours are 9:00–18:00≪冬期・営業時間短縮あり≫ ＜休 12/31–1/3＞. Like every michi-no-eki it offers free parking and 24-hour restrooms, making it a reliable stop on a Tohoku road trip or campervan tour. It also makes a handy base for reaching nearby stations such as Gojoume, Oogata and Shouwa.

📍Address: 〒018-2104 秋田県山本郡三種町鹿渡字高石野126-1Mitane, Akita 018-2104, Japan
🕒Opening hours: 9:00–18:00≪冬期・営業時間短縮あり≫ ＜休 12/31–1/3＞
📞Phone: 0185-87-4311
🅿️Parking: 99 cars · 24 large vehicles (free)
🏅Registered: 1996 (official michi-no-eki)
🗾MapCode: 223 070 242

Facilities

🍜Restaurant
🛍Local products shop
ℹ️Tourist information
🍼Baby room
♿Accessible restroom
🎨Hands-on experiences
🔭Observation deck
♨Onsen / hot spring
☕Cafe
⚡EV charging
🚿Shower
⛺Campground
🛏Lodging
📶Free Wi-Fi
🏧ATM
⛽Gas station
🖼Museum / gallery
🌳Park

Facility and opening-hour data is based on Japan's national land survey and the official michi-no-eki directory, and may change — check the official page before relying on it.

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