Station Sera

Discover the Heart of Hiroshima’s Agricultural Heritage

Sera roadside station is a vibrant cultural and culinary gateway nestled in the scenic hills of Hiroshima Prefecture, where rolling farmland meets pristine forest. Known as a hub for local produce and community connection, it serves as a vital stop for travelers exploring the scenic China Yamanami and Shimanami Kaido routes. With its warm hospitality and strong commitment to regional sustainability, Sera is more than a rest stop—it's a celebration of the land and its people.

Here, visitors savor the famed Sera pear, a crisp, sweet delicacy grown in the area’s ideal climate, and indulge in unique treats like Kinako Mochi with black sugar and the bold Sera Blend Coffee. With seasonal markets, farm-fresh ingredients, and a diverse menu featuring local beef, pork, and handmade noodles, Sera offers a taste of authentic rural Japan—fresh, flavorful, and full of heart.

Visit Sera roadside station to taste the region’s only artisanal seira pear soft serve, made from the famed red pears grown in the cool highlands of Seran. Experience the unique Sera Wadatsumi manjuu, a chewy sweet filled with local soybean paste and black sugar syrup, honoring the town’s famed running heritage. These are flavors and traditions found nowhere else.

• Best Arrival Time: Arrive by 9:30 AM on weekends to secure the day’s fresh batch of Sera Yodaremanjuu, which are sold out by 11:00 AM and are only available at the roadside station’s deli counter.

• Hidden Gems: Visit the deli counter between 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM to sample the limited-edition Sera Hoshizora Mochi, a seasonal mochi made with local mountain rice and a hint of yuzu, available only during the late spring and early summer months.

• Weekend Special: On weekends, stop by the food truck lot near the parking area between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM, where the Sera Mountain Meat Skewer stand offers grilled pork and deer sausage skewers made from locally raised livestock.

• Best Purchase Time: Buy the Sera Pear at the roadside station’s produce stand before 1:00 PM, as the most abundant and sweetest fruit are typically sold out by early afternoon and are not restocked.

• Menu Timing: Order the Sera Minoori Beef Ramen before 12:30 PM, as it is only served during the lunch rush and is not available in the afternoon; the menu changes at 1:00 PM to feature the Sera Tomato and Pine Mushroom Pizza.

• Soft Cream Schedule: Avoid the Creamia soft cream on Thursdays, as it is unavailable due to machine cleaning; instead, order the Sera Pear Soft Cream or Mixed Soft Cream from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM when the machine is in operation.

• Local Product Tip: Purchase the Sera Blend Coffee at the roadside station’s self-service counter between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM, when staff are available to grind the beans fresh for you—this ensures the most aromatic and flavorful cup.

Spring (March-May): Late March to April features peak canola flower blooms and fresh bamboo shoots available at the market.

Summer (June-August): July brings ripe seira pears and seasonal soft serve made from local fruit.

Autumn (September-November): October offers fresh seasonal produce and the start of harvest festivals.

Winter (December-February): January and February feature warm local dishes and winter-themed events.