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Naganuma Roadside Station , officially called Maoi No Oka Park Roadside Station ( 道の駅 マオイの丘公園 ) is one of the 128 roadside stations of Hokkaido. It is located at 7 Higashi 10 Line Minami in the town of Naganuma in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Naganuma Roadside Station Naganuma Roadside Station Details Naganuma Roadside Station , also known as Roadside Station Maoi no Oka Park , is a unique and picturesque building that resembles a silo. Situated at the intersection of National Route 274 (Ishikatsu Jukai Road) and National Route 337, it is conveniently located just a 30-minute drive from New Chitose Airport and a 50-minute drive from Sapporo. Naganuma Roadside Station / Maoi No Oka Park Roadside Station - Naganuma town, Hokkaido Prefecture The centerpiece of Naganuma Roadside Station is the impressive silo-like brick building, attracting visitors to stop by and admire its beauty amidst a scenic drive through rice fields and ranches. Inside, the interior is tastefully decorated with

Naganuma Shrine ( 長沼神社 ) is the main shrine of the town of Naganuma. It is located at 2 Chome-11-3 Miyashita in the town of Naganuma in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Naganuma Shrine Naganuma Shrine Details In the 1900s, a small shrine was built in the heart of what is now downtown Naganuma. It stood as a testament to the perseverance and faith of the pioneers who established it. Over the years, the shrine underwent significant changes, eventually finding its new location on a hill at Kita 5, Higashisansen Line. Naganuma Shrine holds deep historical and cultural roots, serving as a spiritual sanctuary for the locals and tourists alike.  Naganuma Shrine - Naganuma town, Hokkaido In June 1912, Naganuma Shrine was moved to its present location. It was established to honor the branch spirit of Kanpei Taisha Sapporo Shrine . The pioneers built a shrine building and held a solemn memorial service. This marked the beginning of Naganuma Shrine 's journey to becoming a significant religio