Every michi-no-eki in Japan,
mapped in English

Michi-no-eki (道の駅, "roadside stations") are government-designated rest stops along Japan's ordinary roads. Every one has free parking and 24-hour restrooms, and most add farmers' markets, local food, tourist information — and often an onsen hot spring. Full beginner's guide →

Japan has around 1,200 registered michi-no-eki as of 2026, and the network keeps growing. MichiStops maps 1,145 of them in English with facility filters, photos and nearby attractions.

Yes. Parking and restrooms are free and open 24 hours at every michi-no-eki. You pay only for what you choose to buy — food, local produce, onsen entry or lodging.

Resting overnight in your car or campervan is tolerated at most stations, which makes them popular with road trippers. Camping behavior — tents, awnings, open-air cooking — is not allowed. See our overnight-stay guide for the etiquette. Overnight-stay guide → Hotels near a michi-no-eki →

Most nationalities can, with a 1949-convention International Driving Permit obtained before arrival. Some countries (including China, Vietnam, Indonesia and Brazil) are not eligible — check our license guide by country before planning a road trip. License rules by country →