Roadside station Ani

Overview

Roadside Station Ani sits along National Route 105 in Kitaakita City, Akita Prefecture, and carries the nickname “Matatabi-kan.” As a gateway to the Ani district, it makes an easy stop for a rest or a taste of local goods, and a convenient base when exploring a mountain region long associated with matagi hunting culture.

Highlights

• ●A handy rest stop midway along a National Route 105 drive
• ●Mountain-village character captured in the nickname “Matatabi-kan”
• ●A gateway offering tourist information for the Ani area of Kitaakita
• ●The chance to discover local products and seasonal flavors

History

The facility was established on August 18, 2000, and opened as a roadside station in August 2001. It was developed to give travelers on Route 105 a place to rest and to share regional information, and it has since supported tourism and local craft in the Ani area of Kitaakita City. Its nickname hints at a land shaped by the bounty of the surrounding hills.

Map

39.9017, 140.4573 · Wikidata

Suggested itinerary

1. 1Stop at Roadside Station Ani while driving Route 105
2. 2Browse local products and seasonal specialties
3. 3Gather tourist information on the Ani area for your next destination
4. 4Continue your journey enjoying the mountain scenery

Did you know?

💡 The nickname “Matatabi-kan” echoes matatabi, a wild mountain plant, evoking the rich life of this rural highland. On a drive along Route 105, small encounters at a station like this often become the memories that stay with you.

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