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Roadside Station Shirasaki Marine Park (道の駅白崎海洋公園)

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Stroll along the Hidaka River embankment, taking in the festival atmosphere ahead of time

About 15 min from the previous stop

About 75 min here

About 30 min to the next stop

Next stop: Claim a spot on the riverbed, fuel up on festival food stalls, and wait for the show

About this spot

Located in Yura, this roadside station brings together seafood, produce, and Kishu specialty goods from the Wakayama/Hidaka area. Alongside standard processed goods like mikan citrus and pickled ume, you'll find fresh local vegetables and dried fish — an ideal spot to pick up souvenirs. Stopping by before the fireworks and picking up light snacks or drinks to supplement dinner before the food stalls get crowded is a handy move. The food corner inside is also a good spot for a late lunch or a snack.

Tips

Just a few minutes by car from central Gobo. Visitor numbers rise from evening onward on the day of the fireworks, so stopping by earlier, around 3–4 PM, is recommended. Buying extra drinks here helps you avoid the crowded shops later in the evening. Check the official website in advance for opening hours.