[2025 Obihiro Attraction] Travel Guide for Kofuku eki (Updated Aug)

There is a truly happy place in Hokkaido called Koufuku Station. It's about a 20-minute drive from Obihiro city. Just from the name, it sounds like it will make you happy, right?❤︎ The station building is retro and very cute. It seems that trains really ran there in the past. You can also buy tickets for the day you are there☺️ #KofukuStation #Hokkaido #AmazingView #AmazingView

#5月好去处2025 If traveling can bring people closer to happiness, then somewhere in Hokkaido, there is really a place that can make wishes come true, called -- Happiness Station (幸福駅). When I stepped into this old station that has stopped running, there was no roar of trains, but there was a gentle atmosphere that made people calm down instantly. The big word "Happiness" was hung on the wooden station building. It was not gorgeous, but it made people smile. The store next to it can buy tickets for Happiness Station, which feels very commemorative.

Welcome to 幸福駅 — literally, the Station of Happiness. 💗🌸 Tucked away in Obihiro, Hokkaido, this little vintage station feels like a time capsule of joy. Once part of the old Hiroo Line, it no longer sees trains, but it’s become a beloved stop for travelers chasing good fortune. People come from all over Japan to buy a “ticket to happiness” here — yes, that’s a real thing! 🎟️💕 You can write wishes, pin them up inside the wooden station building, and hope they come true. The walls are completely covered in messages of love, dreams, and luck. Outside, an old-fashioned red train car rests quietly beside the platform, adding to the charm. It’s the kind of place that makes your heart smile, even in silence. 🐾✨ If your travels ever bring you to eastern Hokkaido, don’t skip this tiny but magical stop. Because who couldn't use a little more happiness in their journey? Location: Obihiro City, Hokkaido Access: About 20 min by car or taxi from Obihiro Station Name meaning: “Kōfuku” = Happiness (幸福) Highlights: -Vintage wooden station building -Walls filled with visitors’ wish notes -Buy a "ticket to happiness" at the gift shop -Photogenic retro train car on site Best time to visit: Spring to autumn (snowy winters also have their charm!) #幸福駅 #KōfukuStation #TicketToHappiness #HokkaidoTravel #RetroJapan #TrainStationLove #TravelJapan #ポストカード日記 #幸せの切符

Hokkaido's Happiness Station is small but full of affection. It is the most gentle station on a journey. The old wooden station building stands quietly among the white birch and flowers, as if waiting for a happiness that will never be late. The walls are full of wish notes written by tourists, one by one with blessings for love, family, and dreams, which makes people smile and warm their hearts. The word "happiness" on the station sign is simple but profound, and has become a belief pursued by countless lovers and travelers. We also wrote a wish card and hung it gently, letting the thoughts pass with the wind. Although the train no longer passes by, happiness still stops here. This is not just a place name, but a journey belonging to the heart, an eternal sweet memory. #5月好去处2025

Located in Obihiro City, Hokkaido, about 30 minutes from the city center by car 🚗³₃ 📍Kofuku Station This iconic tourist spot is a haven for photography enthusiasts. The station is covered in pink "Kofuku tickets," turning it into a vibrant pink wonderland ✨️. It's also known as a romantic destination for couples 🥰. Next to the station, you'll find a variety of Kofuku Station-themed merchandise 🤭. An actual train that was once in operation 🚃 is on display, and you can even step inside to explore 😊. Located less than a 10-minute drive from Obihiro Airport, it offers excellent accessibility, making it a highly recommended stop 😌. They also sell soft-serve ice cream in the signature "Kofuku color" 🍓.

A sacred place for lovers! An actual station on the now-disused former JNR Hiroo Line 🚉 The station is sure to be a photogenic spot! Everyone buys a pink happiness ticket with "yuki koufuku" written on it and sticks it on the station building with their wishes Why not wish for happiness here too? ~~~~~~Information~~~~~~~ 📍Kofuku Station・Address: Koufukucho Higashi 1 Line, Obihiro City・Access: 30 minutes by car from Obihiro Station・Opening hours: 7:00-18:00・Cost: Free ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ #Domestic travel diary #Domestic travel

Happiness Station 🥳 Lucky Transportation Park 💘 Hokkaido Tokachi has a very famous popular photo or proposal and confession location is "Happiness Station" locals also call it "Lovers' Holy Land", you must go there with your lover to ring the romantic happiness bell 😍 ✨️ There are more photo spots here, every angle is beautiful and combined with the snow scenery, even more beautiful 🥰 Single friends are not afraid, you can sit alone at the happiness station waiting for the arrival of fate 🤣 Your future lover is taking the train. 🚂 There are two train carriages on the tracks, the train is also open to visit, after boarding the train the nostalgic feeling immediately emerged in my mind, but winter comes really super cold. 🛤 "Happiness Station" is covered with a large number of commemorative tickets inside and outside, very spectacular. 🤗 Before you leave remember to buy some souvenirs, such as commemorative tickets, different ticket-themed souvenirs, refrigerator magnets, lucky hand straps, key chains, etc., a large supply, do not forget to purchase it 💪 📍Tokachi Happiness Station 📍East Line 1, Happiness-cho, Obihiro, Hokkaido ⏱️ Recommended stay time is about 1-2 hours ⏱️ #Japan #Hokkaidoattractions #trip #globaltravel #Hokkaido #Tokatsu #travel #familygoodplaces

#DomesticTravelRecord #HappinessStation Happiness Station (Koufuku-eki) is an abandoned station on the former JNR Hiroo Line in Obihiro, Hokkaido, Japan. It is widely known as a place that symbolizes "happiness" due to its name, and is a popular spot visited by many tourists and couples. Many people take commemorative photos in front of the station building and station sign, especially to pray for "love" and "happiness". History Opened: Opened in 1956 as a station on the JNR Hiroo Line. Closed: In 1987, the station was closed when the Hiroo Line was closed. Current Status The station building has been preserved and developed as a tourist spot. Station signs and tickets are on display, and visitors can purchase tickets for "Happiness Station" as a souvenir. Nearby is "Aikoku Station", an abandoned station on the same Hiroo Line, which attracted attention with its catchphrase "From Patriotism to Happiness". For visitors, Koufuku Station is loved as a special place that symbolizes "happiness".

#11GoodDestinations2024 Many couples come here to buy wishing cards. There is also a happiness clock and an old train. You can come and take a look. Before leaving, you can go to the souvenir shop to buy some souvenirs or gifts, or buy a jade hand here and write "injustice" on it and hang it in the station. Many people will buy happiness tickets here, write their wishes on them and nail them in the old train station. In the spring, locals hold weddings or experience weddings here. Whether they are couples or families coming together, they will take happy photos at the Happiness Station, or ring the bell of happiness and pray for happiness to come. Address: Higashi 1 Sen-164-10 Kofukucho, Obihiro, Hokkaido 089-1246 Japan #HokkaidoAttractions #sunway #100TravelWays

I had been curious about Koufuku Station for a while, so I went there as soon as I arrived at Obihiro Airport✈️!!! ⁡ The airport is closer than Obihiro Station! I recommend going there as soon as you arrive at the airport👀 ⁡ ✔️Recommended points ⚫︎There are lots of free photo spots⛄️, such as the station building filled with Koufuku-yuki tickets, JR Hokkaido uniforms, and trains that were actually used⚫️ ⁡ ⚫︎You can put any date you like on your Koufuku-yuki ticket! ⁡ ✔️Points to note⚠️ ⚫︎The bus stop where you get off the bus is for disembarking only! Also, you need to go to a different bus stop to get on the bus🚌 ⁡ It was a whirlwind trip, so I couldn't take it easy, but I was happy to see the cute station building and the retro and cute train's exterior and interior🤤🧡 ⁡ ——— 📍Access to Koufuku Station 🚌3-minute walk from Tokachi Obihiro Airport - Koufuku Station bus stop ※The airport is closer than Obihiro Station, so it's recommended to go there as soon as you arrive! ⁡ 🎟️Price Free admission ※The "Kofuku Yuki" ticket, which can be purchased at the shop, is a paid service. ⁡ ⌛️Opening hours Shop Summer: 9:00-17:30 Winter: 9:30-15:00 ※Opening hours may vary depending on the season ——— #Sakura2024 #KofukuStation #HokkaidoTourism #Obihiro #Hokkaido #hokkaido #ObihiroTourism

Next stop happiness, no mistake! It's love ~ to take you to find happiness 💗, to Hokkaido Daihiro, with your family, running towards happiness! Ringing the happiness bell, praying for happiness, and walking into the station to read the wishes on each happiness ticket. * There is a boutique souvenir shop outside the station where you can buy happy keychains, happy postcards, happy tickets, happy love charms... Although Happiness Station has been abandoned for a long time, it still attracts many couples. We will even write their names on the tickets and stick them at the station, allegedly doing it to get happiness! There is also a "happiness bell" near the station. Couples must remember to ring the bell and pray for happiness. However, singles must ring it! Who says you can't be happy if you're single! Maybe after knocking there will be honey luck coming ~ #Hokkaido #HokkaidoTravel #HappinessStation

Today I will take you to explore the charm of Hokkaido in summer, especially the two unique stations in Obihiro City, namely "Aikui Station" and "Xingfu Station". In this beautiful season, let us feel the happy atmosphere of the kingdom of love. "Ai Kokumi Station" and "Kokusei Station" are two abandoned stations on the Hiroo Line, but the names of these two stations plus the song "From the Land of Love to Happiness (爱の国から幸福へ)" have become very popular. A "Patriotism-Happiness" ticket sold 3 million copies that year! After the line was abandoned, it has now been rebuilt into the "Happy Transportation Park". The name "Kofuku Station" itself carries infinite appeal, and it seems to have become a symbol of dreams and joy. The stations are now covered with love wishes from visitors, and the two stations have also placed carriages and part of the track so that tourists can experience riding this "happiness train". Hokkaido in summer is full of surprises and adventures. Xingfu Station and Aiguo Station are like two treasures of this beautiful area. Whether you are an old couple who have been married for many years or a couple who are still in the passionate love period, these two stations can make you feel the sweet feeling again. Come to Hokkaido and experience the blend of happiness and patriotism! The summer here is waiting for you to explore and discover. Remember to bring a good mood and enjoy this unforgettable journey together! #JapanSummerTourism #HokkaidoAdventure #HappinessStation #PatrioticStation #SummerCharm #JapaneseCulturalTour #FoodExploration #DreamTour

The beautiful scenery of green mountains and clear waters, wandering in nature, Hokkaido in summer is really beautiful... I recommend everyone to take a self-driving tour!

带廣必到幸福駅 #wintergetaway

There is a station in Hokkaido, the name is Happiness Station Although the invisible but the visitors are endless, this small cabin - the famous "Happy Station" is a local popular attraction. The station was originally the Japanese National Railway (National Railway) Railway Station. It was stopped in 1987 with the Gumi Line and was abandoned. The station name is derived from the place name "happiness" at the station location, and because of the literal meaning of the name, the station is known for its auspicious ticket. Write your name on the happy ticket. When you walk through the wooden door, shake the bronze bell together, love and hope will be transmitted to the distance. If you have time, be sure to go to this station called Happiness