Mashiko Rest Area — Attraction in Mashiko

The fruit from here has always been very delicious. The veggies too are great. Maybe a little pricy but worth it. The deli and sweets section has a variety of options from local stores/cafes.

The down side to the place are the workers. Not the cashiers, they provided good service but the people working in the back or “office staff”. My wife and I were eating in the open space section and the workers were carelessly moving things around so we couldn’t enjoy our rest time. On another time we went they, closed off half of the open area to have a meeting or something but the section they closed was the best section. That section has a wonderful view and further away from the main entrance so inherently is much quieter. The cafe in the build closed already so they could have used that are instead. Speaking of the cafe, it closes pretty early...

Rest Area Machi no eki is such a great concept for those driving to Mashiko area to buy local produces and omiyage at the same time. This location is quite big and has even a nice coffee shop in the back. It is certainly more adapted for Japanese local visitors, but anyone can enjoy the rest area and buy good local products! I am happy to bring back a souvenir little container by buying the local pudding! (Which is also available in disposable plastic cup...

stylish yet sophisticated rest area. theres small showroom filled with pottery made by nearby potter, wide array of extraordinany souvenirs such as handmade small stuff, artisanal sauces and jam, cafe with great view and groceries. better come early because many stuff sold really fast. . surely will come back to...