The above is a photo of a michi no eki ("roadside rest area") situated along Japan National Highway No. 39. This eki is called Meruhen-no Oka Memambetsu, meaning the Hill of Fairy at the Memambetsu (which old town, having merged with Higashimokoto, is now known as the Ōzora-cho).
It would appear that the outlook of the eki does not live up its name. However, this is a "must visit" eki for many photography lovers. It is because the eye catching spot "Hill of Fairy" is situated within half a minute's drive from the eki:
It's easy to drive pass this wonderful spot without noticing it if you come from a long distance. The best way to do is to stop at the eki, take a rest there before start searching for the fairy.
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