Roadside station Daiei
A roadside station in Tottori — local food and souvenirs.
Overview
Roadside Station Daiei is a roadside rest stop along National Route 9 in the Yurajuku area of Hokuei, Tohaku District, Tottori Prefecture. It is a favorite stop for a driving break and a taste of local flavors, serving as a handy hub on the trunk road that runs along the Sea of Japan coast.
Highlights
- ●Convenient spot along National Route 9
- ●Japan's first nationally registered roadside station
- ●A rest stop mid-drive
- ●A hub for touring the San'in coast
History
Opened on April 22, 1993, it is known as the very first roadside station registered nationwide in Japan. That makes it a landmark facility marking the start of the roadside-station system.
Access
It is located in Yurajuku, Hokuei, Tohaku District, Tottori Prefecture, facing National Route 9, which makes it convenient to pull in by car. Please confirm detailed routes and nearby information on maps or official sources.
Best season
It suits a driving break along the San'in coast year-round, and the spring and autumn travel seasons are especially pleasant times to stop by.
Map
35.4988, 133.7618 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Pull in during a drive along National Route 9
- 2Rest and shop at Roadside Station Daiei
- 3Check out local flavors and specialty products
- 4Set off toward your next destination
Did you know?
💡 Among the many roadside stations across Japan, this is one that holds the distinction of being the first ever registered.
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