"New travel destinations in Japan. We recommend visiting roadside stations "Michi no Eki" to experience the local atmosphere."

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There are over 1,200 roadside stations "Michi no Eki" all over Japan, and they are attractive places where you can experience local food, culture, and nature. Why not stay at an adjacent hotel and take a leisurely trip to experience the charms of local Japan?

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Fairfield by Marriott Roadside Station Project

The Fairfield by Marriott Michi no Eki Project is a regional revitalization project by Sekisui House and Marriott International, which develops hotels close to roadside stations "Michi no Eki" nationwide from Hokkaido to Kyushu. The hotel does not have any dining facilities, but instead has guests use "Michi no Eki" and local restaurants, interacting with local people and enjoying food, and creating a system where guests can fully experience the charm of the area. Hotel staff who are familiar with the area will recommend seasonal information and spots unique to the area. The guest rooms are simple and calm, with comfortable Simmons beds and rain shower-type bathrooms without bathtubs. The hotel's lobby lounge is equipped with a large table, microwave, toaster oven, coffee machine, Japanese tea, and miso soup. Relax in your room and enjoy your purchases from roadside stations, local supermarkets, wineries, sake breweries, etc. in the lobby lounge. After enjoying the area to your heart's content, spend your time relaxing at the hotel as if you were back home. Free high-speed Wi-Fi and tables with power outlets make it ideal for workation. Enjoy a new style of travel, traversing Japan freely while experiencing the charms of each region.

Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka - have you visited Japan's "Golden Route" yet?

There are more than 1,200 "Michi no Eki" all over Japan. These are places where you can taste fresh local ingredients and specialties, and enjoy the culture and scenery unique to the area. They are truly travel destinations where you can encounter the true charm of Japan.
On your next trip, why not try experiencing a deeper "local Japan"?

■ 1H from Kyoto, "Michi no Eki" Ocha no Kyoto Minamiyamashiro Villagge"

A must-see spot for matcha lovers!
You can enjoy luxurious sweets made with local village tea, such as rich matcha soft serve ice cream and matcha pudding.
The restaurant also offers recommended dishes such as fragrant green tea soba noodles and a special curry made with tea spices.

■ Fruit Kingdom: Fukuoka "Michi no Eki" Ukiha

A popular "Michi no Eki" lined with seasonal fruits.
You can experience seasonal flavors every time you visit, such as strawberries in the spring, peaches in the summer, and grapes and persimmons in the fall. The seasonal fruit soft serve ice cream is also delicious! You can also enjoy a spectacular view of the Chikugo Plain.

■ You can also enjoy hot springs at Utsunomiya Romantic Village "Michi no Eki" (Tochigi)

It takes about an hour and a half from Tokyo by Shinkansen and car.
This is a complex roadside station that has more than one day to explore, with a market selling locally grown vegetables and specialties, a craft beer brewery, and a hot spring facility where you can relax.
If you stay at the Fairfield by Marriott Tochigi Utsunomiya, which is adjacent to the roadside station, you can enjoy local cuisine and nature during the day and relax in the hot springs at night. You can enjoy a trip that allows you to fully experience the charm of Tochigi while taking your time and staying at a leisurely pace without being rushed.

"Michi no Eki" is not just a rest spot.

It's a treasure trove of local experiences, filled with local delicacies, culture, scenery, and encounters with people. In addition, the Fairfield by Marriott Micih no Eki Hotels are currently under development near the Michi no Eki.
If you stay overnight, you can experience new sights on your travels, such as the moment the sun rises or the starry night sky.
Now, on your next trip, let's explore the unknown charms of Japan.
Why not use the hotel as a base to embark on a journey around Michi no Eki all over Japan?

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Fairfield by Marriott Roadside Station Project

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