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Aichi Prefecture · Chubu

Michi no Eki Agri Station Nagura

道の駅 アグリステーションなぐら

In Nagura, more than 600 m above sea level, make highland vegetables and egoma gohei mochi the focus of a roadside stop.

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Location
Shitara Town, Kitashitara District
Road
National Route 257
Hours
9:00–17:00
Open until 17:00 from April through November and until 16:30 from December through March. Dining room orders close at 15:00 year-round, according to the official basic information.
Parking
Cars: 80 / Large vehicles: 3
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How to enjoy

Choose how to enjoy your visit

Eat, shop, play, take in the view or rest. Choose from the station’s strengths to suit your day.

See first
Farm produce sales area

Highland tomatoes, corn, Tengu eggplants and newly harvested rice take turns as the main attraction. A visit before noon gives you a better chance to choose from the selection.

For a meal
Gohei mochi at the Agri dining room

Start with egoma or peanut gohei mochi, grilled rice cakes on sticks with a flavored coating, then consider a soba or udon set or a set meal. Last dining room orders are at 15:00.

With children
Keep the restroom and meal stop short

The station is not a place for extended play on large equipment. In spring, continue to the cherry-lined riverbank; in summer, head for the river or a campground, or plan a forest walk.

On a rainy day
Focus on shopping and the dining room

Skip forced outdoor walks and take home Nagura flavors from the produce stand, specialty products area and dining room.

Heading farther out
Choose cherry blossoms, river, forest or highland by season

Consider Shimizu Kohigan cherry trees in spring, Nagura River Park in summer, Kirara Forest in autumn, or Chausuyama Highland on a clear day.

Minato's detour notes

Let nearby places provide the play, and Nagura's flavors will stay with you.

Minato Hinata sees this small station as a place to reset a family drive. Use the restroom, eat gohei mochi and shop for vegetables here. On a clear day, continue to the cherry-lined riverbank, river, forest or highland; in rain, keep it brief with the dining room and produce stand. A shorter stay can make Nagura's highland vegetables and egoma flavor a memorable part of the trip.

Highlights

Michi no Eki Agri Station Nagura is a small farm produce roadside station on National Route 257, convenient before or after a drive toward Mount Chausu. Browse highland tomatoes, corn, Tengu eggplants and newly harvested rice grown in Nagura's day-to-night temperature swings, then try egoma gohei mochi, soba or udon at the Agri dining room. Plan around the Kohigan cherry trees along the Nagura River in spring, highland vegetables in summer, rice and mountain colors in autumn, and cold mountain roads in winter.

  • #Highland vegetables
  • #Egoma gohei mochi
  • #Nagura River
  • #Shimizu Kohigan cherry trees
  • #Mount Chausu area
  • #National Route 257
Why I like it

Reasons to stop here

01

Stop early in your itinerary for highland vegetables

Nagura sits at about 625 m and has a marked day-to-night temperature difference; the official guide describes it as a growing area for summer highland vegetables. Highland tomatoes are generally available from late May through December, corn from late July through September, and Tengu eggplants from July through October. If shopping is your aim, look at the shelves before heading toward Mount Chausu or before noon for a better selection.

02

Enjoy the signature egoma gohei mochi at the dining room

The Agri dining room centers on home-style dishes using local rice and vegetables. Egoma and peanut gohei mochi are available separately or in soba or udon sets. Gohei mochi is grilled rice on a stick with a flavored coating; egoma is perilla seed. Families can make it the centerpiece, choosing udon for children and a set meal or Dandoyama curry for adults.

03

In spring, the riverside beside the station takes center stage

The Shimizu Kohigan cherry trees form an avenue along the Nagura River near the station. Because of the elevation, peak bloom tends to come a little later than in urban areas. Check spring festival and blossom updates, and a short rest stop can become a seasonal detour.

04

For a mountain drive, allow for weather and time

Routes toward Mount Chausu, Dandouradani and Inabu climb higher after the station. Clear days suit trips to the highland or forest; in winter or rain, allow for cold, road conditions and a shorter stay.

Route idea

Ways to plan your stop

Spend your time at the station or add somewhere nearby. These ideas help you plan around your companions and the weather.

A 30–45 minute break

Make a short stop for highland vegetables and gohei mochi

After parking, use the restroom first and browse the day's vegetables in the direct sales area. If time allows, have egoma gohei mochi at the dining room; on a shorter stop, buy specialty products and vegetables before leaving. A light stop makes it easier to continue toward Mount Chausu or Inabu.

Parking → restrooms → farm produce → gohei mochi or specialty products → departure

Vegetable selection changes with the season and time of day. Visit earlier for popular summer produce.

A family drive from late March to early April

Combine spring cherry blossoms with lunch

Walk among the Shimizu Kohigan cherry trees beside the Nagura River, then return to the station for gohei mochi or udon. With small children, a short riverside walk followed by lunch is easier than a long blossom-viewing outing.

Park at the station → short Nagura River walk → Agri dining room → produce stand

Peak bloom varies with the year's temperatures. Check tourism association blossom updates or social media, and bring an extra layer on cold days.

A day heading to Nagura River Park or a campground

Stock up before summer river play or camping

Use the restroom and get drinks, vegetables or a light meal at the station before going to Nagura River Park Shitara no Sato or Shitara Auto Campground. Eat, shop and rest here, then make the separate outdoor destination the place for longer play; this helps set a family pace.

Station → Nagura River Park Shitara no Sato or Shitara Auto Campground

Weather and water level change conditions by the river. After rain or when thunderstorms are forecast, choose a more indoor-oriented plan.

An adult half-day drive or a nature-loving family

Stop before or after a forest walk or Mount Chausu trip

Enjoy gohei mochi and vegetables at the station in the morning, then head to the Dandouradani primeval forest, Kirara no Mori, or Chausuyama Highland if the weather is clear. On a return visit, pick up vegetables for dinner or local products to bring Nagura flavors home.

Station → Kirara no Mori or Chausuyama Highland → return journey

The mountain area is colder than town. In winter, rain or late afternoon, allow for road conditions and travel time.

Hours

Opening hours

April through November
9:00-17:00

Last orders at the dining room are at 15:00.

December through March
9:00-16:30

Last orders at the dining room are at 15:00.

Closed
Monday

If Monday is a public holiday, closure moves to the following day; if Monday and Tuesday, or Monday through Wednesday, are public holidays, closure moves to the day after that holiday period. Temporary openings or substitute closures may be announced during major holiday periods and in August or November; check the official site's news.

Family

Visiting with children

Stars show the editorial recommendation for each age group on a five-point scale. Read the reasons alongside each rating.

Age 1 and under
★★★☆☆

Restroom stops and meals are manageable, but do not count on a nursing facility.

Aichi Now lists a diaper changing table and a multipurpose restroom. It does not list a nursing area, so a restroom stop, brief shopping and a meal may work better than a long stay.

Ages 2–3
★★★☆☆

Keep the visit short with gohei mochi and udon instead of planning extended play at the station.

The produce stand has many goods, so keep an eye on children's hands as you browse. In clear spring weather, take a short walk on the cherry-lined riverbank; in summer, move on to a river play destination.

Ages 4–6
★★★★☆

Vegetables, gohei mochi and a riverside walk make manageable little goals.

Let children choose corn or tomatoes, pick a gohei mochi flavor, or see a little of the cherry blossoms or river. A few short activities help keep them engaged. On rainy days, stick to shopping and the dining room.

Elementary school age
★★★★☆

Explore highland vegetables, the Nagura River and forest walks.

Add Kirara no Mori or Chausuyama Highland for a half-day trip that reveals elevation changes, beech forest, seasonal flowers or autumn leaves. Allow for weather and driving time on mountain roads.

With a baby

There is a diaper changing table. Plan for nursing in your vehicle or at another facility.

Preschool children

Rather than planning on a play area at the station, combine gohei mochi or udon with the cherry-lined riverbank or a separate river-play destination.

Rainy day

Focus on produce, local products and the dining room; save the riverside and forest for another day.

Summer shopping

If buying tomatoes or corn, consider the temperature inside the car until you get home.

Event

Make an event part of your visit

Permanent spaces and dated events are listed separately. Events can change both the atmosphere and crowds; use the official links for details.

Checking event dates.

Spaces used for events

Shimizu Kohigan cherry trees

A cherry-lined stretch along the Nagura River near the station. In spring, enjoy blossoms and gohei mochi in one stop. Peak bloom varies by year, so check the Shitara Town Tourism Association's flower updates.

Agri Station Nagura Spring Festival

The 2026 festival was held on April 4, with special stalls offering gohei mochi and zenzai, sweet red bean soup. For a future spring visit, check the tourism association's annual event listings.

2026 Morning Activity Cafe

This Shitara Town event runs from March 28 through November 29, 2026, and features Michi no Eki Agri Station Nagura as a stop along the route. The station opens at 9:00, so plan the order of morning stops around its opening time.

Summer highland vegetables and autumn new rice

Highland tomatoes, corn, Tengu eggplants and newly harvested rice take turns as the seasonal shopping highlights. From summer to autumn, it is especially worthwhile to put the produce stand early in your itinerary.

Local feel

Reasons to return

Practical ideas and things to consider when spending time here.

Start with gohei mochi when choosing a dining room meal

The official menu offers egoma and peanut gohei mochi individually and in sets. Travel accounts and reviews also mention gohei mochi often, so first-time visitors can start there rather than searching for a set meal to get a taste distinctive to this station.

Source: Official Agri dining room and travel experience information

Vegetable shopping varies with season and time of day

The official produce guide gives seasons for highland tomatoes, corn, Tengu eggplants and new rice. If the produce stand is your main goal, stop in the first half of the trip rather than looking for leftovers on the afternoon return.

Source: Official produce guide

This small station works best with nearby destinations for longer outings

Reviews tend to praise the gohei mochi and vegetables while noting the station's modest size. With children, plan on eating and shopping here, then continuing to the cherry-lined riverbank, river, forest or highland instead of spending a long time playing at the station.

Source: Review and nearby visitor experience trends

In spring, check both blossom timing and the cold

The tourism association presents the Shimizu Kohigan cherry trees along the Nagura River near the station as a blossom spot. At this elevation they tend to bloom later than lowland trees; checking bloom updates and bringing warm clothes makes a short walk with children easier.

Source: Shitara Tourism Navi and tourism association social media

On rainy days, focus on food and shopping

Nearby attractions are largely outdoors, along the river, in the forest and on the highland. If it is raining or the ground is poor, skip the outdoor trip and make a satisfying visit of the produce stand, local products and dining room.

Source: Nearby tourism information and facility layout

Use the station as a supply stop before mountain roads

Routes toward Chausuyama Highland and Dandouradani gain elevation and involve more mountain driving beyond the station. Use the restroom and get drinks, snacks and vegetables here, then spend your next stop enjoying the scenery or outdoor activity.

Source: Official access and nearby tourism information
Before your visit

Things to check before setting out

Opening and closure days, individual businesses and facilities for children or dogs can affect your plans.

  • Dining room orders close at 15:00; if you arrive later in the afternoon, focus on shopping.
  • For highland vegetables, visit in the morning or before noon for a better selection.
  • Even a short spring blossom walk can be cold, so keep an extra layer for children in the car.
  • In rain, skip the Shimizu Kohigan cherry trees and forest walk; enjoy the dining room and produce stand instead.
  • Before driving toward Mount Chausu or Dandouradani, check mountain weather and road conditions.
  • A cooler bag makes the return drive easier when buying summer tomatoes or corn.
  • Shitara Tourism Navi reported on March 30, 2026, that the roadside station stamp was out of service for repairs. If collecting a stamp is your reason for visiting, confirm its current status with the station at 0536-65-0888.
Food

Eating and shopping

Specialities, places to eat, sweets and bakeries can all give you a reason to stop. Check individual menus for current prices and availability.

  • Local specialty
    Egoma gohei mochi
    About ¥400 individually or ¥800 with soba or udon
  • Local specialty
    Peanut gohei mochi
    About ¥400 individually or ¥800 with soba or udon
  • Meal
    Nagura set meal
    About ¥900
  • Meal
    Dandoyama curry
    About ¥1,150
  • Dessert
    Egoma soft-serve ice cream
    About ¥400
  • Shopping
    Highland tomatoes, corn and Tengu eggplants
    Varies by season and deliveries
Food mood

What would you like to eat?

A meal, a sweet treat, market shopping or something to take away: choose a focus for the day instead of trying everything at once.

Try the signature food

Egoma gohei mochi; peanut gohei mochi

For a first visit, start with gohei mochi. Egoma, or perilla seed, brings a Nagura flavor; the sweeter peanut version may be easier for children to choose.

Check the dining room's current menu for prices and availability.

Make it lunch

Gohei mochi soba set; gohei mochi udon set; Nagura set meal

These choices make it easy to split main dishes among family members: udon for smaller children, gohei mochi or a set meal for adults.

Last orders at the dining room are at 15:00.

Add mountain flavors

Dandoyama curry; Kinuhime salmon rice bowl; amago trout soba

These dishes bring local place names and river fish to a meal on a day heading toward Dando or Oku-Mikawa. They also suit an adults-only drive.

Buy produce to take home

Highland tomatoes; corn; Tengu eggplants; newly harvested rice

From summer into autumn, the direct sales area can be the main reason to stop. Bring a cooler bag if the journey home is long.

Highland tomatoes are generally available from late May through December, corn from late July through September, and Tengu eggplants from July through October.

A sweet treat for the drive

Egoma soft-serve ice cream; sesame dumplings; daifuku rice cakes with matcha set

Even without a full meal, a sweet treat rounds out a short break. Choose soft-serve on a hot day or sweets indoors when it rains.

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Roadside station
Michi no Eki Agri Station Nagura

In Nagura, more than 600 m above sea level, make highland vegetables and egoma gohei mochi the focus of a roadside stop.

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Cherry avenue and riverside walk
Shimizu Kohigan Cherry Trees

Take a short spring walk along the Nagura River before or after gohei mochi at the station.

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River play and camping
Nagura River Park Shitara no Sato

After eating and shopping at the station, head to a nearby riverside destination for outdoor play.

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Forest walking and nature trails
Dandouradani Primeval Forest, Kirara no Mori

Extend a highland vegetable shopping stop into a walk through Oku-Mikawa's beech forest at 900 m elevation.

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Highland and seasonal activities
Chausuyama Highland

Pick up Nagura food at the station before heading into the mountains for moss phlox, summer highland activities or winter snow play.

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Food outlets and the market on the station grounds share the station pin. Nearby places are separate destinations to combine with your visit.
Nearby

Places to visit nearby

Cherry avenue and riverside walk
Shimizu Kohigan Cherry TreesJapanese guide
A short walk from beside the stationA short walk away / brief riverside stroll

Good for a spring stop combining gohei mochi or the produce stand with blossoms, without walking too far with children.

River play and camping
Nagura River Park Shitara no SatoJapanese guide
About 1.3 km from the stationA few minutes by car / around 20 minutes on foot

Good for a summer family drive when you want outdoor play after eating and shopping at the station.

Forest walking and nature trails
Dandouradani Primeval Forest, Kirara no MoriJapanese guide
About 40 minutes by car from the stationAllow extra time for the mountain roads

Good for adults and families with elementary school age children or older who want a clear-day forest walk or autumn colors after the dining room and produce stand.

Highland and seasonal activities
Chausuyama HighlandJapanese guide
About 35 minutes by car from the stationAllow extra time for mountain roads, depending on weather

Good for a clear-day half-day drive or a trip centered on seasonal events such as moss phlox, summer holidays or winter play.

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