Miyama Roadside Station (Miyama Fureai Hiroba)

Located in Miyama Town, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture, Miyama Roadside Station is a roadside station that showcases the region’s charm through three unique facilities. Just a 10-minute drive away lies the picturesque Miyama Kayabuki-no-Sato, a village known for its beautiful thatched-roof houses—offering visitors a glimpse into Japan’s traditional countryside landscape.

The market Furatto Miyama features a variety of local specialties, including rice, sweetfish (ayu), and venison or wild boar sausages. Fresh seasonal vegetables, grown with the blessings of Miyama’s pristine nature, are popular and often sell out by noon. Locally made sweets like cheesecakes and puddings made with rich Miyama milk are also must-tries.

At Miyama Megumi Milk Studio, a direct-sales dairy stand, you can enjoy thick, creamy soft-serve ice cream with a rich milk flavor. They also offer refreshing gelato made with local ingredients like chestnuts and blueberries.

For those who want to explore further, the Kyoto Tamba Kogen Quasi-National Park Visitor Center provides up-to-date info on area attractions and local culture. You can even rent an electric bike (for a fee) and set off on an adventure through the lush scenery of Miyama.