Located in Nishiwaki City, Hyogo Prefecture, the Kita Harima Eco Museum is a unique roadside station where you can experience the nature and culture of the Harima region. Inside the facility, there is a direct sales store where you can find fresh vegetables, fruits, and processed foods made by local farmers. The traditional vegetables and seasonal specialties of the Harima region are especially popular.

The restaurant serves healthy dishes made with local ingredients, and you can taste local brand ingredients such as Banshu Hyakunichidori and Takamachi Yachiyo Black Beans. Homemade bread and soft serve ice cream are also popular, making it the perfect place to take a break from driving.

There is also a local burger called "Navel Burger Stars".

This roadside station is not just a rest facility, but also serves as a base for disseminating information about the region and experiencing culture. As the name "Ecomuseum" suggests, there is an exhibition space where you can learn about the rich natural environment, history, and culture of Harima, allowing you to get a deeper understanding of the charm of the region. Workshops and experience events are also held regularly, and you can enjoy interacting with local people through making local crafts and experiencing local cuisine. There are also playground equipment and a plaza for children, so families with children can enjoy themselves.

The surrounding area is dotted with spots related to the history and geography of Nishiwaki City, such as the Navel Park of Japan and the Nishiwaki City Local History Museum.

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Nishiwaki City, where the Kita Harima Eco Museum Roadside Station is located, is known as the "navel of Japan" and is located at the intersection of 135 degrees east longitude and 35 degrees north latitude. This roadside station is operated by local residents and the government as a base for passing on the region's rich nature, culture, and history to future generations.