One of the most appealing features of Japan's national road network is the various Michinoeki, literally way stations, that provide a place for motorists to rest, dine and shop. They offer information on the locality and restaurants with regional specialties, and often sell local crafts and delicacies for travelers to take home. A stop at one or more of these spots helps to make any road trip in Japan unforgettable.
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4 episodes • 2023
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| 1 | HIROSHIMA | May 31, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 2 | KAGOSHIMA | Jul 19, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 3 | FUKUSHIMA | Sep 20, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 4 | SAITAMA | Nov 22, 2023 | 0.0 |
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| 1 | CHIBA | Feb 21, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 2 | GUNMA | Mar 13, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 3 | IWATE | Jun 24, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 4 | WAKAYAMA | Sep 2, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 5 | HOKKAIDO | Nov 13, 2024 | 0.0 |
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| 1 | FUKUI | Mar 5, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 2 | OSAKA | May 4, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 3 | NIIGATA | Jun 29, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 4 | NAGASAKI | Aug 3, 2025 | 0.0 |
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| 1 | HOKKAIDO - HAKODATE | Feb 8, 2026 | 0.0 |
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