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Founded around the Eishō era (1504–1521) by the great priest Tōmoku Chōju (second abbot of Ryūun-ji), this is a Sōtō Zen temple. Perched on a hill overlooking the mouth of the Kuzuryu River, it was called "Hiyoriyama" (Weather Mountain) because dur…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

Ono Machitsumugi ~ Tenugui Walk ~ is a walking tour item where you complete an original-design tenugui by collecting stamps on a stamp card while exploring restaurants and cultural facilities.The finished tenugui makes for an adorable souvenir that…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

"Heike-daira" is located in the Subara district of the upper Manna River basin (about 40 km from the city center). It is said to be where samurai fleeing defeat in the Battle of Kurikara Pass (or the Battle of Dan-no-ura) during the Genpe…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Carry a colorful umbrella that makes walking fun and enjoy strolling through a castle town where the charm of 400 years ago remains!  

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

In front of the buildings at Starland Sakadani, sunflowers bloom in clusters.The sight of sunflowers blooming across the entire slope conveys the vigor of summer.Best viewing period: Early to late July

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Rental bicycles are available at Kaminaka Station.Why not explore the attractions around Kamonaka Station, such as Kumagawa-juku and Uriwari Falls, by rental bicycle?

• Wakasa

The garden features an ornamental lotus garden where visitors can see approximately 130 varieties of lotus flowers from around the world, as well as a viewing platform. From July through August, the Lotus Festival is held, featuring a variety of ev…

• Tannan

This shrine enshrines Chiyozuru Kuniyasu, the founder of Echizen-style swordsmithing.Within the grounds lies "Chiyozuru Pond," where Chiyozuru Kuniyasu is said to have drawn water while forging swords.Blacksmithing involves repeatedly tem…

• Tannan

Enjoy a sake tasting experience with the shop owner's recommended selections. The available sakes change with the seasons, and we'll let you choose from several varieties including local prefectural sakes and our shop's original blends.…

• Wakasa

Ono City, abundant in water, where rice and vegetables are delicious. Savor the unique ingredients and seasonings each inn takes pride in, and start your day off right!

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

A three-tiered waterfall plunging 100 meters from Mount Arajima, one of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains.The waterfall's name originates from a legend that "Buddha Gozen," beloved by Taira no Kiyomori and renowned as a master dancer w…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

This shrine enshrines the spirit of Matsuki Shōzaemon, who, at the beginning of the Edo period, became the representative of farmers in Wakasa suffering under harsh tax collection. He personally petitioned the feudal lord for tax reduction, sacrifi…

• Wakasa

Kameyama Park, centered around Ono Castle, is home to approximately 300 Somei-Yoshino cherry trees and is renowned as Ono City’s premier cherry blossom viewing spot. As a historic park, it also serves as a place of relaxation for local reside…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

The waterfall has a drop of approximately 60 meters and was designated as one of the “100 Best Waterfalls in Japan” in 1990. The view of the waterfall as you look up from right beside it after descending the stairs is nothing short of s…

• Tannan

Kokubuzan Busshoji Temple, famous for its Eleven-Faced Kannon statue, is said to be the oldest temple in Ono City, having been founded in 807. The temple is home to a "stroking Buddha" statue, commonly known as "Obinzuru-san." I…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

This temple is a branch temple of Eiheiji, the head temple of the Soto Zen sect. It was established in 1653 by order of Matsudaira Masakatsu, the first lord of the Echizen Matsuoka domain. Originally built to pray for the repose of the soul of Lord…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Summer brings crowds of beachgoers to Wakasa Bay. After enjoying the sea to your heart's content, why not savor delicious local fish at a minshuku or ryokan and fully experience the summer sea?

• Wakasa

Imajo-shuku was once a major post town along the routes that led into Fukui, which connected the region to Kyoto and modern-day Tokyo. Visitors can still see elements of the old townscape, such as narrow townhouses, along a kilometer-long stretch o…

• Tannan

Known as "the Mt. Fuji of Wakasa" for its beautiful mountain silhouette, this symbol of Takahama Town is also popular for hiking. Composed of two peaks—East Peak (693m) and West Peak (692m)—its shape appears different dependin…

• Wakasa

The Soja was a shrine invariably established at the location of the provincial capital. In ancient times, one of the major duties of the provincial governor was to make an annual pilgrimage to the principal shrines within the province.The Soja shri…

• Tannan