Roadside Station Nanaki Melon Dome

Speaking of melons, they are produced in Nanaki Town.
The sweet melon aroma is intoxicating!

Starting with the home-run melon in early March, Higo Green, Earl's, and other varieties change with the seasons. The melon flavor can also be enjoyed in sweets and melon bread made from off-specification products. The pride is not limited to melons. The area was originally known for its rice, and the Shichiryo rice is not to be missed. The rice is cultivated using organic fertilizers instead of chemical fertilizers as much as possible, which is friendly to both people and the environment. The roadside station also offers a wide variety of original gifts.

Map of Nanaki Melon Dome, Roadside Station

Gourmet Information of Nanaki Melon Dome, Roadside Station

Melon, the most popular local product

Melons were first imported to Japan in the Taisho era (1912-1926), and the town of Nanaki began growing melons in the early Showa era (1926-1989), making it one of the pioneers in melon cultivation in Japan. It is believed that the soil, water, and climate were suitable for melon cultivation, and the melons shipped from July to December are Earl's melons, or muskmelons. The station uses light sensors to measure the sugar content. This allows the sweetness to be measured without breaking the melon. The sugar content of Earl's melons varies slightly depending on the time of year, such as summer, fall, and autumn/winter, and the sugar content also varies slightly.

Around Roadside Station Nanaki Melon Dome

Kikuchi Valley

If you want to have fun in the area

The headwaters of the Kikuchi River flow through a valley 500 to 800 meters above sea level in the northwestern part of the Aso Outer Rim. The clear stream flowing between broadleaf forests has an average water temperature of 13 degrees Celsius even in summer, attracting tourists seeking a natural cooler. The green forests, clear stream, and the sound of wild birds make it a perfect summer retreat. In the autumn, the trees turn into autumn colors, and visitors can enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery. The fresh green of spring and the misty ice of winter are also wonderful. The natural beauty of each of the four seasons will soothe your soul.

Tour of Roadside Stations and Direct Produce Stations

If you want to have fun in the area

In fact, the Kikuchi area where "Michi no Eki Nanaki Melon Dome" is located is dotted with roadside stations and direct produce stands. Michi no Eki MIZUBEN PLAZA KAMOTO" is located along the same Route 325, less than 2 km away! Michi no Eki Sachemi (pictured left) and Anzu no Oka (apricot hill) are also close by. In addition, depending on the season, a direct sales shop is also open at a tourist farm. Another attraction of this area is that it is dotted with small hot spring resorts. Visit roadside stations and produce stands in search of seasonal ingredients, and when you get tired, take a trip to a hot spring. How about it?