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10 Things to Do in Okoppe Okoppe ( 興部町 ) is a coastal town located in the Okhotsk Subprefecture of Hokkaido, Japan . Its economy primarily revolves around dairy farming and fishing. The name "Okoppe" is derived from the Ainu word " Oukoppe ," which means " the place where river mouths meet ." This name is thought to reference the confluence of the Okoppe River and the Mokoppe River, which both flow into the Sea of Okhotsk. For those planning to visit this seaside town to check what it has to offer, here are the 10 Things to Do in Okoppe :   Okoppe manhole cover designs 1. Take a picture of the manhole covers of Okoppe . So far, I have seen 2 unique manhole covers. They are commonly found around town. However, the colored version of one of them is displayed inside the Okoppe Town Hall.   Saruru Shrine 2. Visit Saruru Shrine ( 沙留神社 ) , which is one of the main shrines of Okoppe. You can visit at any time of day to offer your prayers and pay your...

Rugosa Express ( ルゴーサエクスプレス ) is a preserved train that is repurposed as an indoor lodging for tourists or motorists. It is located in the town of Okoppe, Mombetsu District, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Rugosa Express Rugosa Express Details Discover a one-of-a-kind travel experience in Hokkaido at the Rugosa Express , a charming lodging facility created from repurposed diesel train cars. Situated on the grounds of Joy Park Anyu, which also houses a roadside station, this unique accommodation offers visitors a nostalgic yet functional place to stay. Rugosa Express - Okoppe town, Hokkaido Prefecture Stay Inside a Train Car When the Nayoro Main Line ceased operations, the train cars from Okoppe were ingeniously transformed into free accommodations. Now, these two train cars serve as a haven for travelers seeking an unconventional stay. Rugosa Express Train One car is designed with chair seats, making it a cozy space for eating, relaxing, or taking a break. The second car features tata...

Okoppe Roadside Station ( 道の駅おこっぺ ) is one of the roadside stations around Hokkaido. It is located at 1322-21 Okoppe in the town of Okoppe in Mombetsu District, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Okoppe Roadside Station Okoppe Roadside Station Details Okoppe Roadside Station , officially registered as a roadside station on April 16, 1996, holds the distinction of being the 29th roadside station in Japan . This charming destination offers travelers a mix of history, leisure, and local culture, making it a must-visit spot in Okoppe Town, Hokkaido. Okoppe Roadside Station - Okoppe town, Hokkaido Prefecture Highlights of Okoppe Roadside Station Joy Park Joy Park Steam Locomotive D51 365 Driving Wheels A plaque with the image of how the building looked before Former Okoppe Station Building Okoppe Roadside Station Information Board Okoppe Area Guide Map Joy Park is a sprawling 11,524 m² memorial park that invites visitors to relax and enjoy its picturesque surroundings. With its icon...