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Rikubetsu Roadside Station ( 陸別町道の駅 ) , officially known as Roadside Station "Aurora Town 93 Rikubetsu” ( 道の駅 オーロラタウン９３りくべつ ) , is one of Hokkaido's many roadside stations. It is situated along National Route 242 in Odori, Rikubetsu Town, Ashoro District, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Rikubetsu Roadside Station Rikubetsu Roadside Station Details Rikubetsu Roadside Station , officially known as " Aurora Town 93 Rikubetsu ,” is a must-visit destination in Hokkaido for travelers seeking a mix of history, culture, and outdoor fun. It was registered as a roadside station on August 18, 2000 , and was given the Registration Number 69 . Rikubetsu Roadside Station - Rikubetsu town, Hokkaido Prefecture Once a dual-purpose road and railway station on the historic Furusato Ginga Line , this roadside station has been thoughtfully transformed into a vibrant hub that preserves its railway heritage while offering modern attractions. Explore Railway History Galaxy Express 999 V...

10 Things to Do in Oketo Oketo ( 置戸町 ) is a former logging town located inland within the Okhotsk Subprefecture of Hokkaido, Japan . Its name is derived from the original Ainu name for the tributary entering the Tokoro River. " O-ket-un-nai " means the river at whose mouth there are drying/stretching frames for animal skins. For those planning to visit this former logging town to check what it has to offer, here are the 10 Things to Do in Oketo :   Oketo manhole cover 1. Take a picture of the manhole cover of Oketo . So far, I have seen 1 unique manhole cover, which is commonly found around the town.   Oketo Shrine 2. Visit Oketo Shrine ( 置戸神社 ) , the town's central shrine, located across the Tokoro River from the town proper. You can get a pre-made goshuin here for your collection.   Oketo Poppo Art Picture Gallery 3. Explore the Oketo Poppo Art Picture Gallery ( 置戸ぽっぽ絵画館 ) and enjoy the captivating artwork in its gallery—all for free! On the first fl...