Kofuku (Happiness) Station
Visit the happiest train station on earth!
-
Landscape
Kofuku Station is a now-closed railway station in the city of Obihiro. Even after its closure as a working station, it remains a popular sightseeing location where visitors come to wish for good luck as ‘Kofuku’ literally means ‘Happiness’ in Japanese.
Before the railway line was abolished, the train ride between Kofuku Station and Aikoku (meaning “country of love”) Station on this line was an extremely popular ride to take.
At the site, visitors can purchase a big train ticket which has the message ‘Bound for Happiness’ printed on it as a souvenir. Make sure to ring the 'Happy Bell' for extra good luck!
1 hour and 6 minutes from Hoshino Resorts TOMAMU by Car.
2 hours and 56 minutes from Hoshino Resorts OMO7 Asahikawa by Car.
Recommended Spots
Green
APR - OCT
Snow
DEC - MAR
This all-suite hotel is located on an elevated site in the resort surrounded by coniferous trees. Each room is 100 square meters or larger with a sauna and a jetbath with a view. Spend some relaxing time away your everyday life.
The symbolic two towers located at the center of Tomamu's resort area is hotel "Tomamu The Tower". Easy access to all that the resort has to offer, this is the perfect accomodation for everybody.
Asahikawa is located in central Hokkaido, making it perfect for sightseeing on Japan's northernmost island. It's also quite popular as a homebase for those sightseeing in Biei or Furano.
Enjoy a wonderfully relaxed town without the panic of heavy crowds even at the main station, and take your time savoring a never-ending stream of wonderful attractions such as the Asahiyama Zoo or local ramen.