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Tokushima Prefecture · Shikoku

Michi-no-Eki Shishikui Onsen

道の駅宍喰温泉

Tokushima's southernmost roadside rest stop lets you pause beside the sea on Route 55, then head for a hot spring, the DMV, or the waters around Takegashima.

Updated 2026-10-01Michi-no-Eki Journal Read in Japanese

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Location

Kaiyo Town, Kaifu District

Road

National Route 55

Hours

9:00–18:00

These are approximate hours for the roadside station shop. The hotel, restaurant, day-use baths, visitor information, and DMV have different hours; check their official information if you are visiting for a specific purpose.

Parking

Cars: 46 / 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.

First, when you arrive

Use the toilets and parking area, and check visitor information

On a long coastal journey along Route 55, a break first makes it easier to decide where to go next.

If you have time

Visit the day-use baths at Hotel Riviera Shishikui

The onsen, or hot spring bath, is central to the station's name. Hours and prices can change, so check the hotel's official information before a bath-focused visit.

With children

Combine the DMV with the Takegashima area

A vehicle and seaside outing make a Kaiyo Town visit memorable. Keep outdoor time shorter on hot days.

If you plan to eat

Have a backup to the hotel restaurant among nearby eateries

At this smaller roadside station, meal options depend on hours and closing days. A shop-only stop can also work well.

On a clear day

Head for Osuna Beach or Takegashima

The clarity of the sea is a draw here. Weather and wind change the experience, so make the most of clear conditions.

For an overnight stay or camping

Continue to Mazenooka

Use the roadside station for information and a break, then combine the campground with a bath for a longer stay in Kaiyo Town.

Highlights

Michi-no-Eki Shishikui Onsen is a rest stop in southern Kaiyo Town with local products, visitor information, a stop for Asa Coast Railway's DMV, and the baths at Hotel Riviera Shishikui. Start with the toilets and parking area, then take time to look out to sea from the onsen, a Japanese hot spring bath, if your schedule allows. Families can explore the DMV and Takegashima area; on a clear day, Osuna Beach or the underwater sightseeing boat make good additions. Along the long coastal drive on Route 55, this is one place to eat, shop, rest, and decide where to go next.

#Tokushima Prefecture
#Kaiyo Town
#National Route 55
#Hot spring
#Hotel on site
#DMV
#Visitor information
#Coastal drive
#Takegashima
#Families with children

Practical information

Registration number: 徳島-03
Prefecture: Tokushima Prefecture
Municipality: Kaiyo Town, Kaifu District
Road: National Route 55
Telephone: 0884-76-3442
Closed days: The roadside station shop is generally open daily. The baths, restaurant, and nearby facilities may close temporarily or change hours seasonally.
Station stamp: Available

Address

219-6 Itadori, Kubo, Kaiyo-cho, Kaifu-gun, Tokushima Prefecture (徳島県海部郡海陽町久保字板取219-6)

Facilities

Local products shop
Visitor information
Hotel Riviera Shishikui
Day-use hot spring baths
Restaurant
DMV stop
24-hour toilets
Road information
Parking

External links

Facility informationBackground information (Japanese)hotel-riviera.co.jp (Japanese guide)www.town.kaiyo.lg.jp (Japanese guide)www.kaiyo-kankou.jp (Japanese guide)www.sk-michinoeki.jp (Japanese guide)asatetu.com (Japanese guide)marine.kaiyo-kankou.jp (Japanese guide)www.kaifu.or.jp (Japanese guide)

Why I like it

Reasons to stop here

Add a hot spring and sea views to your break

At Shishikui Onsen, you can choose more than a quick shop stop: Hotel Riviera Shishikui also offers day-use hot spring baths. After a long stretch on coastal Route 55, use the toilets, browse local products, and check visitor information. If time allows, relax in the bath. The stop works for both a quick pause and a slower visit.

The DMV and visitor information help you choose your next stop

There is a stop for Asa Coast Railway's DMV, a vehicle that travels on both roads and rails, which can be a highlight for children who like vehicles. Drivers can also pick up information from the Kaiyo Town Tourism Association before heading toward Takegashima, Marine Jam, Osuna Beach, or Mazenooka. The roadside station works as a gateway to Kaiyo Town.

Plan meals and shopping around the time of day

This stop combines the hotel's restaurant and the station shop with nearby seafood and local products. It is not a large food court. If the restaurant is open, sit down for a meal; for a short stop, use the shop and nearby options; around bath time, keep the meal light. A flexible plan helps.

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 drive from southern Tokushima toward Muroto

Add a hot spring to a Route 55 rest stop

Coastal Route 55 has fine views, but driving stretches can be long. Shishikui Onsen offers a hotel hot spring alongside toilets and parking. Stop briefly when you are in a hurry, or bathe before setting off again when you are tired.

On Route 55, making it a convenient stop between southern Tokushima Prefecture and eastern Kochi Prefecture.

If you are coming for the baths, check official admission hours, prices, and temporary closures. At night, note the parking area's lighting and movements of large vehicles.

Families with preschool or elementary-school children, including those making a short stop

Make the DMV part of the trip for vehicle-loving children

The roadside station has a DMV stop, so even families arriving by car can enjoy this unusual vehicle. If the timing works, watch it at the stop; otherwise, use the visitor information to choose a coastal detour. It can make even a short stop memorable for children.

Michi-no-Eki Shishikui Onsen → DMV stop → Takegashima and Marine Jam area.

In midsummer, avoid waiting outdoors too long; look for shade and bring water. Check Asa Coast Railway for service information.

A half-day outing in clear weather or anyone wanting to see the clear sea

For a sea-focused outing, continue to Takegashima

Shishikui Onsen is useful for a short break, but continuing toward Takegashima on a clear day adds more of Kaiyo Town's coastal appeal. Combine the Blue Marine underwater sightseeing boat, Marine Jam marine nature museum, and the sea around Takegashima, using the roadside station as your starting point.

About 10 minutes by car from Michi-no-Eki Shishikui Onsen to Takegashima Marine Park and Marine Jam.

The underwater sightseeing boat's operation depends on weather, sea conditions, and season. Check the day's information before setting out.

Swimming, outdoor time with children, or a short seaside walk

In summer, pair it with Osuna Beach and set off early

Osuna Beach in Kaiyo Town was selected for Japan's list of 100 pleasant swimming beaches by the Ministry of the Environment. In summer, stop at the roadside station for toilets and drinks and consider a bath for the return trip. One possible plan is sea time in the morning, a roadside station stop around midday, and a bath in the evening.

Michi-no-Eki Shishikui Onsen → Osuna Beach; about 10 minutes by car.

During swimming season, plan ahead for parking, heat, changing clothes, and access to showers, especially with children.

Camping, a longer stay, or a trip that extends into the evening in Kaiyo Town

For camping or an overnight stay, continue to Mazenooka

With Mazenooka Auto Campground on the itinerary, the roadside station becomes a place to buy extra supplies and rest before or after check-in. Look into the baths, local products, and visitor information first, then enjoy your time outdoors at the campground. An overnight stay gives the station more uses.

Michi-no-Eki Shishikui Onsen → Mazenooka Auto Campground; about 10 minutes by car.

Check campground reservations, check-in times, seasonal operation, and event use in advance. Shop for supplies early.

Hours

Opening hours

Roadside station shop

9:00-18:00

Hours are approximate, based on information such as the Shikoku Michi-no-Eki Network. Check local official updates for seasonal or temporary changes.

24-hour toilets

24 hours

For late-night or early-morning stops, pay attention to where you park and to traffic around you.

Day-use hot spring baths

Check official information

The baths are at Hotel Riviera Shishikui. Check prices, admission hours, and closures in advance if bathing is your main purpose.

Restaurant

Check official information

Hours can be affected by lodging, banquets, and seasonal operation. Check current information if you are coming for a meal.

DMV stop

According to the timetable

Check Asa Coast Railway's timetable and connections. Watching the vehicle can also be fun for children.

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

★★★☆☆

The 24-hour toilets and adjoining hotel are reassuring, but this is not a play-focused station. On hot days, make it a short stop and prepare in the car.

Ages 2–3

★★★☆☆

The DMV and sea views may catch their attention, although there is limited space to run around outdoors. The station is useful as a break on a trip to Takegashima or Osuna.

Ages 4–6

★★★★☆

At this age, the combination of a vehicle, the sea, and a hot spring is easy to enjoy. If the timetable works, see the DMV; on a clear day, add a coastal stop.

Elementary-school children

★★★★☆

The DMV, underwater sightseeing boat, swimming, and camping can turn the roadside station into the starting point for a half-day or overnight plan.

Rest

Ideas for a restful stop

1
Check the toilets and a place to rest as soon as you park
After driving Route 55, locate the 24-hour toilets and a well-lit place to pause. The shop and visitor information can come next.
2
Make the hot spring a destination
With enough time, day-use bathing can make this more than a brief stop and provide a satisfying end to the trip. Check admission hours and prices in advance.
3
Keep meal plans flexible
If the restaurant's hours do not fit, leave room to use the shop or a nearby eatery instead.
4
Check coastal weather first
Wind, rain, and heat affect comfort by the sea. For Takegashima or Osuna, make use of clear weather.

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

Visitor information and local products area

A starting point for information about Kaiyo Town's seasonal events, the DMV, Takegashima, swimming, and campgrounds. It is more useful for updating your plans than as a dedicated event venue.

Hotel Riviera Shishikui

Plans and operating changes for the baths, lodging, and restaurant directly affect a visit. Check the hotel's official information for day-use bathing and dining.

DMV stop

If the timetable fits, this is a stop for vehicle enthusiasts. On event days or holidays, allow time for schedules and crowds.

Local feel

Reasons to return

Practical ideas and things to consider when spending time here.

The baths let you choose how long to rest

Travel accounts and reviews often remember the hotel's hot spring and sea views more than a shop-only break. A short stop when time is limited, or a bath when tired, are both practical choices.

At this smaller station, keep another meal option in mind

This is not a large food court: the hotel restaurant and nearby eateries fill that role. A lunch-only plan depends heavily on the time of day, so consider the shop, nearby options, or a light snack after bathing.

The DMV gives adults and children something to talk about

Even for non-rail fans, a vehicle that runs on both roads and rails is easy to talk about. Watch it if the timetable works; otherwise, leave it as something to see next time.

Source: Asa Coast Railway official information and travel account trends

Weather and sea conditions shape a coastal outing

Takegashima and the underwater sightseeing boat are rewarding additions from this station, but wind, waves, and rain change the experience. Aim for clear weather and check operations and opening information on the day.

Source: Kaiyo Town Tourism Association and Marine Jam official information

In summer, use the stop to prepare for the beach

Before heading to Osuna Beach or another stretch of coast, use the station for toilets, drinks, children's snacks, and a possible bath afterward. Planning the time before and after swimming can ease a family outing.

Source: Kaiyo Town Tourism Association and family travel trends

Camping or a hotel stay gives the station more uses

Paired with Mazenooka or a hotel stay, Shishikui Onsen is a base for extra supplies, visitor information, baths, and rest. It is useful before and after a stay in Kaiyo Town.

Source: Mazenooka official information and tourism association

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.

Roadside station shop hours are approximately 9:00–18:00. The day-use baths, restaurant, DMV, and nearby facilities each have their own hours.
The toilets are available 24 hours. On a long drive, finding the toilets and a place to park first makes for an easier break.
Parking is approximately 46 standard-car spaces and 3 large-vehicle spaces. Allow extra time during holidays and swimming season.
For a bath-focused visit, check Hotel Riviera Shishikui's official information for admission hours, prices, and temporary closures.
If you plan to ride or watch the DMV, check Asa Coast Railway's timetable and service information.
Weather and sea conditions affect Takegashima and the underwater sightseeing boat. Look for clear conditions and check whether the boat is running.
Before or after summer sea activities, plan for drinks, hats, towels, spare clothes, and a bath on the return trip, especially with children.

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.

Dining
Hotel Riviera Shishikui restaurant
Varies by menu and operating day
Shopping
Local products at the roadside station shop
Varies by product
Souvenirs
Kaiyo Town souvenirs and processed products
Varies by product

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.

A full meal

Hotel Riviera Shishikui restaurant / nearby eateries

A choice for a relaxed meal with a bath or hotel stay, and a chance to sit down during a coastal drive.

Hours, menus, and temporary closures can change; check official information if a meal is the purpose of your visit.

A quick shop stop

Roadside station shop / local products / travel snacks

When time is short, choosing a drink or souvenir at the shop still makes for a break and lets you take a little of the area home.

Stock changes by season and time of day, so do not count on a particular product.

Eat lightly around bath time

Shop snacks / plan around restaurant hours

You can avoid a heavy meal before bathing and take a light break afterward. It is also a convenient place to wait if some companions bathe and others do not.

Bath admission and food service have separate hours; check both to plan your wait.

Prepare before sea activities

Drinks / snacks for children / extra supplies for the car

Before heading to Takegashima or Osuna Beach, use the stop to prepare drinks and snacks for children.

In summer, also plan for keeping things cool, sun exposure, and changing clothes on the way back.

Choose something local

Kaiyo Town souvenirs / citrus fruit / processed seafood

Check town information at the visitor desk while choosing something characteristic of Kaiyo Town. Shopping on the way home also works well.

Seasonal stock varies; these are examples, not a fixed menu.

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Michi-no-Eki Shishikui Onsen

Tokushima's southernmost roadside rest stop lets you pause beside the sea on Route 55, then head for a hot spring, the DMV, or the waters around Takegashima.

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Hot spring and lodging

Hotel Riviera Shishikui Shishikui Onsen

The main attraction that can turn a roadside break into time in a hot spring overlooking the sea.

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Transport and vehicles

Asa Coast Railway DMV Shishikui Onsen Stop

A stop where the DMV, which runs on roads and rails, can become part of a roadside break.

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Marine experiences

Marine Jam Marine Nature Museum and Blue Marine Underwater Sightseeing Boat

On a clear day, make the sea around Takegashima a destination from Shishikui Onsen.