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Restaurant (Michi-no-Eki Mino Niwaka Chaya) (レストラン (道の駅美濃にわか茶屋))

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Walk Through a Preserved Historic District of Edo-to-Meiji Merchant Houses

About 15 min from the previous stop

About 60 min here

About 15 min to the next stop

Next stop: Take a Leisurely Stroll at a Riverside Park, Taking In the Nagara River Scenery

About this spot

This roadside station, located along National Route 156, is cherished by locals and travelers alike as a tourism hub for Mino City. The direct-sale corner for farm produce is lined with fresh local vegetables and fruit, and the food court offers local Mino dishes and light meals. There's also a good selection of souvenirs distinctive to the area, such as goods and sweets made with Mino washi, making it a convenient stop before the fireworks display. It has a fairly large parking lot, making it a handy rest stop on a drive too. On the day of the fireworks display, it gets crowded with locals, so it's best to stop by early and take your time browsing.

Tips

About a 5-minute drive from the Udatsu townscape. If you plan to have lunch, the food court is convenient, but it can get crowded, so allow plenty of time. Drinks are cheaper here than around the venue, so it's a good idea to stock up here. The restrooms are also spacious and clean, making it a good place to prepare before the fireworks.