Gateway to Chichibu with local produce, dining and overnight car stays
Roadside Station Fruits Park Ashigakubo is a popular roadside station along National Route 299, surrounded by rich natural scenery and known as one of the gateways to sightseeing in the Chichibu area.
The on-site farmers’ market offers a wide selection of fresh, seasonal produce from local growers.
The specialty products corner is ideal for souvenir shopping, with items such as Chichibu’s famous waraji katsudon, local sake, and soft-serve ice cream made with black tea grown in Yokoze.
At the Iwazakura-kan workshop, jams and other processed fruit products are made and sold.
The dining area serves regional dishes and light meals, making this a convenient place to stop for lunch or a break during a drive.
There is also a tourist information counter and spacious rest areas, and the roadside station provides easy access to nearby attractions such as the Ashigakubo Icicles and hiking trails on Mt. Maruyama.
Located just about five minutes on foot from Seibu Railway Ashigakubo Station, Fruits Park Ashigakubo is easily accessible not only by car but also by train.
Overnight stays in vehicles are also possible in designated parking areas, making it a convenient base for road trips as well as a place to pick up local products, enjoy a meal, and gather sightseeing information.
