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A Visit for Happiness!? What is Kofuku Station, the Popular Stop on a Discontinued Line? [Dropkick on My Devil! X Mame Anime Collab (10)]
Let's take a deeper dive into the charms of various Hokkaido regions featured in the currently airing anime, "Dropkick on My Devil! X Mame Anime (Hokkaido Arc)"! Let's check out the 10th episode together right away.
Kofuku Station, which appeared in the anime, is located in Kofuku-cho, Obihiro City. It was once a station on the former JNR Hiroo Line, but it ceased its role as a station when the line was discontinued in 1987. However, it had gained nationwide popularity after being featured on an NHK program in 1973, and there were calls from all over the country to keep the station.
Thus, it was redeveloped as a tourist spot, making a fresh start as Kofuku Station, a place that brings happiness to its visitors.
Furthermore, because there was a station named Aikoku Station two stops away, tickets for "From Aikoku (Land of Love) to Kofuku (Happiness)" became very popular. After the line was discontinued, merchandise modeled after these tickets became a hot topic. It seems they are still popular as souvenirs today.
The platform remains, almost exactly as it was during its active days. It seems that not only railway fans but also many general tourists take photos here.
There's also a rumor that if you gently ring the "Bell of Happiness," also depicted in the anime, happiness will come your way. Why not ring its lovely tone to wish for love?
Kofuku Station
■Location: Higashi 1-sen, Kofuku-cho, Obihiro-shi
■Fee: Free admission
See details for "Kofuku Station" on Domingo
Obihiro Tourism and Convention Bureau
Location: Esta East Bldg. 2F, Obihiro Station, Nishi 2-jo Minami 12-chome, Obihiro, Hokkaido
Contact: 0155-22-8600
Official Website: https://obikan.jp/
Previous "Dropkick on My Devil! X Mame Anime (Hokkaido Arc)" Articles
Episode 1: Giant Ban'ei Horses Race! The Charm of the Powerful "Ban'ei Horse Racing"
Episode 2: One of the World's Top Three Sunsets! The Sunset at Kushiro's "Nusamai Bridge"
Episode 3: What's in a Lavender Field? Fun Beyond the Beautiful Scenery!
Episode 4: What is Sapporo's Premier Tourist Spot, the "Clock Tower"?
Episode 5: What is Eniwa, the "Town of Flowers, Reading, and Child-rearing"?
Episode 6: Obihiro's Butadon That Will Have You Asking for More!
Episode 7: "Robatayaki," Born in Kushiro Thanks to Fresh Seafood
Episode 8: Furano is a Famous Wine Region - A Winery Tour is a Must!
Episode 9: Japan's New Top 3 Night Views: 5 Popular Night View Spots in Sapporo!
Episode 10: A Visit for Happiness!? What is Kofuku Station, the Popular Stop on a Discontinued Line?
Episode 11: See Marimo Colonies at Lake Akan! But What Exactly Are "Marimo"?
Episode 12: Kids and Adults, Let's Dance Merrily! Furano's "Hokkai Heso Matsuri"
About "Dropkick on My Devil! X Mame Anime (Hokkaido Arc)"
Ahead of the main series broadcast in July, the "Mame Anime (Hokkaido Arc)" began airing on Hokkaido Cultural Broadcasting on April 6! The series features Jashin-chan and her friends visiting various places in Hokkaido, along with Hatsune Miku, who is an expert on the region. This series is a collaboration with "Domingo" (by Crypton Future Media), a media outlet that introduces the charms of Hokkaido, allowing viewers to learn even more about the municipalities featured in the show.
Broadcasting Station: Hokkaido Cultural Broadcasting (UHB)
Date & Time: Every week from April 6, 2022 (Wed) at 26:10
*The first broadcast was delayed by 10 minutes.
The official website for "Dropkick on My Devil! X" is here.
