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

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Michi-no-Eki Shouwa (道の駅しょうわ) is a government-designated roadside station in 潟上市, Akita, Japan, registered in 1999 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, free Wi-Fi, an observation deck and a baby room. There is free parking for about 200 cars and 5 large vehicles. Typical opening hours are 9:00–18:00 ＜休 12/31–1/1＞. 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 Tennou, Gojoume and Akita Minato.

📍Address: 〒018-1415 秋田県潟上市昭和豊川竜毛字山ノ下1-1Katagami, Akita 018-1415, Japan
🕒Opening hours: 9:00–18:00 ＜休 12/31–1/1＞
📞Phone: 018-855-5041
🅿️Parking: 200 cars · 5 large vehicles (free)
🏅Registered: 1999 (official michi-no-eki)
🗾MapCode: 88 714 382

Facilities

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