At the Odaiba Ichiba product center at the roadside station Daiei, you can enjoy the seasonal flavors that Hokuei Town is proud of. In particular, agricultural products grown taking advantage of the characteristics of the sand dune area, such as "Sand Dune Nagaimo" (yam in the sand dunes) and "Tottori Sand Dune Rakkyo" (scallions in the sand dunes), are famous nationwide for their high quality. In addition to fresh vegetables and fruits, there is also a wide selection of processed products made from them, making it the perfect place to choose souvenirs. As a town facing the Sea of ​​Japan, there are also fresh seafood and processed products on display, allowing you to experience the richness of the region's food. The products are made with great care by local farmers and fishermen, so they are extremely fresh.

And what sets this roadside station apart from others is the extensive corner dedicated to "Detective Conan." As it is also the starting point of "Conan Street" leading to the Aoyama Gosho Hometown Museum, it sells a large number of Conan-related goods and limited edition products, making it a spot that fans cannot miss. In addition to character goods, there are many items that can only be found here, such as snacks and stationery related to Conan. To be honest, even if you are not a Conan fan, you will be surprised by the number of characters and variety of goods.

The roadside station also has a restaurant called "Rest in Daiba" where you can enjoy dishes made with local ingredients, and a snack corner, so you can have a meal during your trip. The rest area is also large, making it a good place to relax after a long drive. It also doubles as a tourist information center, where you can get tourist information and event information for Hokuei Town and Tottori Prefecture, making it a useful place to replan your trip. You can enjoy the charm of the area while experiencing the world of Conan, making it a truly "roadside station like a theme park."

[Trivia]

・Hokuei Town is the birthplace of Gosho Aoyama, the author of "Detective Conan," and is promoting the town as "Conan's Village."

・The road leading from the roadside station to the Aoyama Gosho Manga Museum is called Conan Street, and is dotted with bronze statues and other objects of Conan.

・Sand dune yams are a local specialty grown in the sandy soil of the Tottori Sand Dunes. They are sticky and flavorful.