[E4] Tohoku Expressway "Dramatic Area Sano (Out-bound Line)"
Grand opening on Thursday, July 13th!

-The 1st anniversary festival will be held on Saturday, July 15th! ~

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June 29, 2020
East Nippon Expressway Co., Ltd. Kanto Regional Head Office
Nex-area Company Limited Kanto West Branch

NEXCO EAST Kanto Regional Head Office and Nex-area Company Limited Kanto West Branch (both Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture) E4 In Tohoku Expressway Sano Service Area (hereinafter referred to as "SA") (Out-bound line), We open lawn open space and dog run on Thursday, July 13, 2023 To do. Until now, the Sano service area (Out-bound line) has renovated the commercial facilities and restrooms, and opened Starbucks. (*1) Sano (Out-bound line)" will be the grand opening, and on Saturday, July 15th, we will hold a festival to commemorate the 1st anniversary of its opening.

〈Image of lawn square〉
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〈Sunset Colored Chair〉
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  1. A dramatic area based on the concept of "Sano Park SA", a service area that creates a new purpose for visitors to "spend as much time as they want in a free, comfortable and rich 'Park'".
  2. Taking advantage of the "open location" unique to "Sano Park SA" located on a hill, we provide customers with a "relaxation" space that integrates commercial facilities, cafes, and a large lawn plaza.
  3. At the 1st anniversary celebration of the opening, greetings and lottery of Sano brand character "Sanomaru" will be held, and an experience event in collaboration with outdoor brand "Coleman" will be held on the lawn square.
  1. The “Dramatic Area” is the SA/parking area (hereafter “PA”), which is the core of the area. It is an SA/PA that produces a “travel drama” that is unique to the region. Information on "Dramatic Area Sano (Out-bound Line)" is introduced on our website (DraPla) "Dramatic Area Special Site".

Introduction of "Sano Park SA" spot

"Sano Park SA" spot introduction image image
Photo of ~Cafe~ ①~Café~
Starbucks has an open design based on white, where you can enjoy a variety of drinks, and from the seats outside the store, you can enjoy the view of the green lawn and Mt. You can enjoy it.
(Opened in March 2023)
Image of ~Sanoiro Sofa~ ②~Sanoiro Sofa~
On the spacious green lawn, which is the charm of "Sano Park SA", we have set up colorful and fun-looking sofas that make you want to sit down.
  • Sanoiro: Expresses the colorful colors (the "color" of "Sano") that can be seen in the transitions of Sano's rich natural scenery.
Image image of ~Terrace with a wide sky~ ③ ~ Terrace with a wide sky ~
From the sunset-colored chairs, you can see the open location created by the high ground and the scenery that changes with the time and season. On days when the air is clear, you can see Mt. Fuji, and you can also enjoy the night view of Yuyake Koyake and the city of Sano.
~Dog run~ image ④~Dog run~
We have created a space where pets and owners can relax together, such as a dog run where you can play with your dog and a bench where you can relax.
(The dog run that was temporarily built on In-bound line was renewed and relocated to Out-bound line.)
~ Noodle sofa ~ Image image ⑤~Noodle Sofa~
Customers are welcomed by a large, 4-meter long, chewy, curly noodle sofa inspired by Sano Ramen, the No.1 soul food of "Sano!".
Photo 1 of ~Sanomaru spot~ Photo 2 of ~Sanomaru spot~ ⑥~Sanomaru spot~
As a community collaboration spot with Sano City, there is a statue of the Sano brand character “Sanomaru” made by Tenmyo Casting (*2), a “Sanomaru vending machine” with a “Sanomaru” design, and a “Sanomaru Dog Run”. We will set up a signboard and send out the charm of Sano City.
(Sanomaru statue and Sanomaru vending machine installed in April 2023)

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"Tenmyo Castings" refers to works made in Tenmei, Sano, Shimotsuke Province (Sano City, Tochigi Prefecture), and metal works made by casters in Sano. There is more history. It was also registered as a regional collective trademark in January 2023.

Overview of the 1st Anniversary Festival

  1. Implementation date and time
    July 15, 2020 (Sat) 10:00-15:00
  2. place
    Tohoku Expressway Dramatic Area Sano (Out-bound line)
    Near commercial facilities, grass fields, and dog runs
  3. content
    as below
    place Content
    lawn square
    • "Coleman" outdoor item experience event
    • Sampling distribution of pet supplies
    Special tent in front of the store
    • Sales of “Sano Brand Certified Products” (*3)
    • Sales of “Iwashita New Ginger®” products
    • NEXCO EAST Business Guide
    • Garapon lottery
    special stage
    • Stage show by performers
    • Exhibitor PR
    various places
    • Character greeting
      Sano brand character "Sanomaru"
      "Iwashika's New Ginger®" Official Character "Sardine®"
      NEXCO EAST "HEARTFUL HIGHWAY" Character "Manatee"

    Please note that the contents of the event may be partially changed or canceled in the event of rain.

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    "Sano brand certified products" are products that have been approved by the "Sano brand certification system" that certifies local resources such as Sano city specialties as "Sano brand". Currently, 70 items including Sano ramen are available. Certified.

  4. "Coleman" x "Sano Park SA"
    Outdoor item experience event
    Image of the Coleman logo

    With the cooperation of the outdoor brand "Coleman" founded in the United States, we will provide a space of "relaxation".
    An outdoor living room provided by "Coleman" will be set up on the lawn square, providing an opportunity to touch and try outdoor items. See, touch, experience, and enjoy your time out in an open location.

Location map

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