Kamejima (Bentenjima)
This island is famed for the legend that after the principal image of the Thousand-Armed Kannon from Itosaki Town—known for its nationally and prefecturally designated intangible folk cultural property "Buddhist Dance"—arrived riding a turtle, that turtle transformed into an island. It measures 2 km in circumference and resembles a turtle swimming out to sea.
The island is also known as "Benten Island" due to a shrine dedicated to the celestial maiden Benzaiten. A walking path has been developed nearby, making it an ideal spot for strolling while enjoying the scenic views or for fishing.
Information
- Telephone Number
- 0776-20-5346（Fukui City Tourism Promotion Division）
- Address
- 福井県福井市松蔭町沖
- Opening Hours
- Free to view (Landing is not permitted)
- Closed
- Nothing
- Prices
- Free
- Getting There
- 45 minutes by Keifuku Bus Echizen Kaigan Blue Line from JR Fukui Station 40 minutes by car from Fukui-Kita Interchange on the Hokuriku Expressway
- Website
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