Shiyo Mayu Township

Info

Address:

6000-1 Tokamachi, Shinjo City, Yamagata Prefecture

Public Transportation:

JR Shinjo Station → 5 minutes by car

Car Access:

50km 1 hour from Tōhoku Chuo Expressway Tōne IC via National Route 47, 13, 287

Phone Number:

0233-23-5007

Parking Number:

Business Hours

9 to 18 o'clock

Spot Category

Grocery, local liquor

Inside the store with fresh and fresh vegetables

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