DISCOVER FUKUI

We are pleased to introduce Imajo-shuku, designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings.

Imajo-shuku served as a key stopover point along the ancient Man'yo Road crossing the Yamanaka Pass during the Nara period (710-794 CE).

In the medieval period, it flourished as the gateway to the Hokuriku region along the Hokuriku Road crossing Kinome Pass.

and in the early modern period, the Hokuriku Highway crossing the Togi Pass.

Even today, the atmosphere of that era remains vividly preserved.

The winding roads retain their traditional layout, making them impassable for large vehicles.

Come explore the roads once walked by historical Japanese figures such as Oban Kayamochi, Murasaki Shikibu, Dogen, and Basho.

Why not take a walk through the "Old Hokuriku Line Tunnel Ruins," designated as a "Japan Heritage" site?

The 11 brick tunnels and switchback remnants left behind on the former Hokuriku Line, opened in 1896,

along with various other ruins, while overlooking Tsuruga Bay below.

Whether you walk, take a bus, or drive your own car, reservations ensure a pleasant experience.

and for enthusiasts, we provide detailed guidance using AR and other tools.

*The walk is approximately 10 kilometers.

※Large buses must turn around at Yamanaka Tunnel.

*Minibuses and private vehicles can pass through to Tsuruga.

Let us guide you through the charming streets of Imajo.

【Recommended Model Course】

◆Imajo-shuku Hokkoku Highway Stroll Course

◆Imajo-shuku Food Tasting Stroll Course

◆ Imajo-shuku Sake Brewery Tour Course

◆Japan Heritage: Old Hokuriku Line Story Trail

◆Fujikurayama & Nabekurayama Hiking Course

*For details, please see the related materials below

　Click to view the model course details

Volunteer Guide Recommended Course [Imajo].pdf

On March 12, 2023, we held a 25th Anniversary Commemorative Ceremony at Showa Kaikan

Attendees included the Mayor of Minami-Echizen Town, distinguished guests from Minami-Echizen Town and the local Imajo area,

as well as many members of tourism volunteer guide groups active within Fukui Prefecture.

Following the ceremony, Mr. Toyoaki Aoki delivered a commemorative lecture titled "The Rise and Fall of a Post Town: Towards Revival."

The venue, Showa Kaikan (built in 1930, a nationally registered cultural property)

Commemorative Address by Chairman Takaya of the Minami-Echizen Town Imajo Tourism Volunteer Guide Association

Congratulatory address by Chairman Amimoto of the Fukui Prefecture Tourism Volunteer Guide Liaison Council

Commemorative lecture by Mr. Aoki