Roadside station Showa

Overview

Roadside Station Showa stands along National Route 7 in the Showa district of Katagami City, Akita Prefecture. Nicknamed “Blume Messe Akita”—blume being German for flower—the station is built around a horticultural theme, and its greatest appeal is the chance to pause amid beds of colorful blooms and potted plants. Sitting on the main artery that links Akita City with Noshiro and Aomori, it makes a handy break on any drive along the Sea of Japan coast.

Highlights

• ●A bright horticultural space true to its “Blume Messe Akita” nickname
• ●Flower beds and potted-plant displays that change with the seasons
• ●A convenient Route 7 location linking Akita City and Noshiro
• ●Local character shaped by the area’s flower-growing tradition

History

It was registered as a roadside station on 27 August 1999. Drawing on the flower-growing traditions of the Katagami area, it grew into a place where producers, travelers, and local residents meet through flowers. The nickname “Blume Messe,” evoking a flower fair, is embodied in the seasonal flower beds and sales corners that have become the station’s signature.

Map

39.8647, 140.0777 · Wikidata

Suggested itinerary

1. 1Drive along National Route 7 and park at Roadside Station Showa
2. 2Wander the flower beds and horticulture corners to enjoy seasonal blooms
3. 3Look for a favorite potted plant or local product in the shop
4. 4Take a rest, then resume the drive toward Noshiro and Aomori or back to Akita City

Did you know?

💡 The name “Blume Messe” carries the ring of a German flower fair and neatly captures the station’s horticultural character. Fronting Route 7, a major coastal artery, it offers a calm, flower-filled space that sets it apart from other roadside stations.

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