Shinshinotsu Roadside Station (道の駅 しんしのつ) is one of the 128 roadside stations in Hokkaido. It is located at 45th Line North 2, Shinshinotsu Village, Ishikari District (along the Prefectural Ebetsu Naie Line) in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan.
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| Shinshinotsu Roadside Station |
Shinshinotsu Roadside Station Details
Shinshinotsu Roadside Station received its official registration as a roadside station on August 9, 2010. It officially opened to the public on November 3, 2010, with registration number 110.
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| Shinshinotsu Roadside Station - Shinshinotsu village, Hokkaido Prefecture |
Located along the Ebetsu Naie Line, Shinshinotsu Roadside Station takes advantage of the existing hot spring facility, Tappu-no-Yu in Shinshinotsu Village. It serves as a convenient route between Iwamizawa City, Ebetsu City, and Sapporo City due to its favorable geographical location. The surrounding areas of Shinotsu Park and Lake Shinotsu offer visitors a range of recreational activities, including golf, park golf, camping during the summer, and smelt fishing during the winter. As an agricultural village, the facility also sells fresh locally grown vegetables and specialty products.
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| Shinshinotsu Roadside Station's facade |
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| 道の駅 しんしのつ |
Photos inside Shinshinotsu Roadside Station
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| Inside Shinshinotsu Roadside Station |
Here are the facilities available inside the roadside station:
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| ENISHI |
ENISHI: This facility reopened on September 13, 2021. Visitors can savor dishes made from carefully selected ingredients, such as homemade map tofu crafted from 100% soybeans grown in Shinshinotsu Village. The head chef prepares exquisite course meals and a la carte dishes that cater to various tastes. The facility offers all-you-can-eat breakfast buffets, lunch, and dinner options. Take-out orders are also available for those who wish to enjoy their meals inside their tents during the camping season.
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| Specialty product sales corner |
Specialty product sales corner: The sales corner boasts a wide selection of local sake, such as "Daibora" and "Doburoku," along with specialty products made using locally sourced rice and ingredients. A notable recommendation includes the additive-free "Kimchi."
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| Hot spring "Tappu no Yu" |
Hot spring "Tappu no Yu": Visitors can enjoy the hot spring facility located within the roadside station. The open-air bath offers a stunning view of Lake Hashinotsu, providing a refreshing and rejuvenating experience for both the mind and body.
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| Shinshinotsu "Direct from Farm Market" |
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| Inside the Shinshinotsu "Direct from Farm Market" |
Shinshinotsu "Direct from Farm Market": Established in August 2011, this facility serves as a platform to promote local products from Shinshinotsu Village. The store prides itself on offering freshly harvested and safe vegetables, displayed prominently for customers' convenience. In addition to vegetables, the store stocks specialty processed products from the village. The market also hosts regular special events, and the takeout cafe inside offers soft-serve ice cream and smoothies made from local vegetables. (Business period: late April to early November)
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| Shinotsu Park |
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| Lake Shinotsu |
Aside from these facilities, visitors will also enjoy the nearby Shinotsu Park and Lake Shinotsu. There are plenty of outdoor activities that are available to visitors there.
Shinshinotsu Roadside Station Stamp
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| Shinshinotsu Roadside Station Stamp |
Team Nicerio visits Shinshinotsu Roadside Station
My family and I first visited Shinshinotsu Roadside Station last October 8, 2022, during our “October 8-10” Road Trip. It was my 341st day in Japan as an ALT under the JET Programme. I included Shinshinotsu Roadside Station in our itinerary as my daughter and I collect roadside station stamps. Aside from that, my wife and I are also a big fan of locally harvested produce. We usually buy vegetables and fruits from roadside stations as they are way cheaper than the market.
Shinshinotsu Roadside Station Fees
It’s FREE to enter and explore Shinshinotsu Roadside Station. However, it’s highly recommended to bring cash just in case you want to buy some refreshments or use the onsen.
Shinshinotsu Roadside Station Operating Hours
Shinshinotsu Roadside Station is open from 7 AM - 10 PM.
Shinshinotsu Roadside Station has no regular holidays (January to February, July to August)
2nd or 3rd Monday (March to April, June, September to November)
2nd Monday, Tuesday (May, December)
Why visit Shinshinotsu Roadside Station?
Shinshinotsu Roadside Station offers more than just being a rest stop to those driving along Route 139 but also offers a dining and onsen experience for everyone. If you collect roadside station stamps, then this place should be on your itinerary.
Getting to Shinshinotsu Roadside Station
Roadside stations are most enjoyable when visited using private or rented vehicles, providing the flexibility to explore and experience various amenities without the constraints of bus and train schedules. Nevertheless, if you prefer public transportation, here's the guide to reaching Shinshinotsu Roadside Station:
Starting from Sapporo Station, take the Local Iwamizawa train on the Hakodate Line. Alight at Kami-Horomui Station and embark on a brief 2-3 minute walk to reach the Kami Horomui Eki Mae bus stop.
Once there, board the Shinshinotsu - Iwamizawa Line (Shinshinotsu Onsen Tappu no Yu) bus operated by the Shinshinotsu-kotsu bus company and disembark at the Shinshinotsu Onsen Tappu no Yu bus stop.
Travel time: 1 hour and 4 minutes
Fare: 1,270 yen
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