Attractions

Seionji Temple

The imposing standing statue of Bishamonten, created during the Kamakura period, is characterized by its fierce, demonic expression. Flanking it are standing statues of Kichijōten and Zenshidoji, all three designated as Important Cultural Propertie…

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Seionji Temple

Sakiji Shrine

Sakiji Shrine is an ancient shrine said to have been founded over 1,000 years ago. The Takahama Seven-Year Festival, the largest festival in the Reinan region of Fukui Prefecture held every six years over seven days, is the shrine's festival.

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Sakiji Shrine

Kagura Wooden Tablet Pilgrimage

Exploring Kibijingu Shrine Exploring Kagura Shopping StreetAt Kagura-cho 1-chome Shopping Street, located before the large torii gate of Kibitsu Shrine, wooden plaques (¥700 each) inscribed with words connected to each shop are available. They are …

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Kagura Wooden Tablet Pilgrimage

【Sustainable Tsuruga】Handmade Oboro Kombu Experience

Tsuruga City is a port of call for the Kitamaebune ships, boasting several components of the Japan Heritage site "A Dream Woven by Men Who Conquered the Rough Seas: The Kitamaebune Port and Shipowners' Village." Experience the local industry of "ha…

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【Sustainable Tsuruga】Handmade Oboro Kombu Experience

Araki Inn

We pride ourselves on our fresh fish! We serve warm, home-style cooking!

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Araki Inn

Ryokan Yukari

This inn offers stunning views of Uchiura Bay in front and the beautiful "Hibiki Terraced Rice Fields" behind. We await your arrival with our pride and joy: freshly caught seafood, including fugu. We farm Wakasa pufferfish, and our "…

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Ryokan Yukari

Bicycle Rental - Wakasa Town - JR Mikata Station

The Wakasa Nature Trail Cycling Course runs from Lake Mikata to Lake Suigetsu, where you can enjoy the beautiful lakeside scenery by rental bicycle.Fees: *Please inquireHours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PMRegular Holidays: None (subject to temporary closures;…

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Bicycle Rental - Wakasa Town - JR Mikata Station

Blue Park Ano

Enjoy fishing for red sea bream and small sea bream at the fishing pond, then experience cleaning your catch and barbecuing it.

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Blue Park Ano

Shikisai-no-Yado Hanatsubaki (Dinosaur Hotel)

Shikisai-no-Yado Hanatsubaki is a culinary inn boasting an exceptional location facing Wakasa-Obama Bay.While gazing upon Wakasa-Obama Bay, which transforms with each season, guests can fully savor dishes crafted from the bounty of the sea and othe…

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Shikisai-no-Yado Hanatsubaki (Dinosaur Hotel)

Wakasa Bay Tsunegami Peninsula "Blue Cave" Kayaking Experi…

Kayak Tour to the "Blue Cave" in the Tsunegami area of Wakasa Town, Fukui Prefecture! An activity where you can experience the beautiful nature of Wakasa Bay.Set off to explore the Blue Cave, surrounded by crystal-clear waters and majesti…

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Wakasa Bay Tsunegami Peninsula

Elgaia Ohi Energy and Science Center

Play, Learn, Discover! The Future of Energy and the Future of Our PlanetFeaturing one of the world's largest virtual image theaters, an outer space power plant attraction supervised by world-acclaimed manga artist Leiji Matsumoto, and panel exh…

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Elgaia Ohi Energy and Science Center

Wakasa Kuniyoshi Castle History Museum

The Wakasa Kuni Yoshikiyama Historical Museum introduces the history of Yoshikiyama Castle and Sakaki, known for repelling invasions by the Asakura army for several years and for being occupied by Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, Tokugawa Ieyasu, …

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Wakasa Kuniyoshi Castle History Museum

Varve Museum

At the bottom of Suigetsu Lake, one of the Three Lakes of Mikata, sediment from the past 70,000 years forms distinct stripes. These annual growth rings, known as "nenko," are recognized as the global standard for dating. Inside the museum…

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Varve Museum

Hisada no Sato Forest Park

Along the walking trail, you can enjoy birdwatching and hiking, while the nearby Kudagawa River offers fishing and water play. Barbecues are also possible in summer. The river breeze across the suspension bridge beckons you into the great outdoors.

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Hisada no Sato Forest Park

Sotomo (Scenic Coastline)

Sotomo is a sea-eroded cave and a scenic six-kilometer stretch of coastline, on a peninsula between the placid Obama Bay to the south and the larger Wakasa Bay to the north. This coastline is lined with dramatic rock formations and sharp cliffs. Th…

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Sotomo (Scenic Coastline)

fuu Resort

Takahama Town, Fukui PrefectureEntire-House Rental Resort VillaLimited to one group per dayOcean View Private SpaceA unique place to breathe a sigh of reliefA luxurious moment to cherish for a lifetimePets welcome. Please check the "Bringing Y…

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Roadside Station Seaside Takahama

【Local Products Corner】We carry a wide selection of souvenirs from Takahama Town and Fukui Prefecture, including specialty seafood products and locally grown vegetables.Our diverse selection of souvenirs includes: Saba no Hesiko (salted mackerel)…

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Roadside Station Seaside Takahama

Storyteller of Wakasa Town, Kaminaka

Kumagawa-juku still retains the Kumagawa Checkpoint (reconstruction) and old merchant houses. Along the charming highway flows the traditional irrigation canal (Maegawa). The townscape preserves the atmosphere of a post town to this day.We will gui…

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Storyteller of Wakasa Town, Kaminaka

Wakasa Seaside Brewery Local Beer Factory

You can observe the Wakasa Beer production process and enjoy freshly brewed beer at the adjacent Kaiyu Bazaar Chidori-en seafood buffet. Among the three types of local beer, "Weizen" won the 2010 Local Beer Competition.

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Wakasa Seaside Brewery Local Beer Factory

Fisherman's Inn Gorōzaemon

These are challenging times, but our sole focus remains on ensuring you always enjoy delicious food. Alongside our "all-you-can-eat" dishes, we also recommend our "local fish chef's selection," "chunky turban shell rice," and "grilled live abalone …

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Fisherman's Inn Gorōzaemon
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