Attractions

Hōonji Hot Springs "Sasayuri"

Hotel Harvest Ski Jam Katsuyama's large hot spring bath. Gazing at the magnificent scenery from the open-air bath is incredibly refreshing!! This large hot spring bath features a full lineup of spa facilities including a sauna, jacuzzi, reclini…

  • Eiheiji, Okuetsu
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Hōonji Hot Springs

Fukui Prefecture International Exchange Center

You can choose from a variety of venues tailored to your needs, including multipurpose halls, meeting rooms, and reception rooms. Simultaneous interpretation services are also available, making it suitable for international conferences and academic…

  • Awara,Sakai,Fukui
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Fukui Prefecture International Exchange Center

Fukui Chamber of Commerce and Industry Building

We offer rental meeting rooms and halls suitable for various purposes. All rooms are reasonably priced and available for use daily until 10 PM. We will not only suggest the optimal venue but also arrange all necessary equipment, signage, flowers, a…

  • Awara,Sakai,Fukui
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Fukui Chamber of Commerce and Industry Building

Heike Plain

"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
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Heike Plain

10,000 Sunflowers at Starland Sakadani

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
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10,000 Sunflowers at Starland Sakadani

Kochomon

The entire Echizen Coast is designated as Echizen-Kaga Coast Quasi-National Park. Located 1.7 km north of Cape Echizen, the "Kochomon" natural tunnel was formed by the rough waves of the Sea of Japan. It is a natural tunnel hollowed out b…

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Kochomon

Umikara

"Umikara Market," where freshly caught seafood from the fishing port is displayed right at the storefront; "Umikara select," a shop featuring original local specialties perfect for souvenirs; and "Umikara Shokudo," whe…

  • Wakasa
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Umikara

Tansu-cho Street

Craftsmen skilled in woodworking have lived here since the late Edo period, and around the mid-Meiji era, skilled chest-making artisans formed the core of the community, establishing Chest-Making Town.Today, over a dozen shops line the streets, inc…

  • Tannan
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Tansu-cho Street

Buddha's Maiden Waterfall

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
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Buddha's Maiden Waterfall

Mana Gorge and Lake Mana

The Managawa Gorge is a deep canyon that develops from about 1 km upstream of the Gojōhō Power Plant in the upper reaches of the Managawa River in Ōno City, extending to the vicinity of the Managawa Dam. Further upstream lies Lake Mana, where the s…

  • Eiheiji, Okuetsu
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Mana Gorge and Lake Mana

Benzaiten Hakuryu-o Daigongen

It is said that Benzaiten Hakuryu-o Daigongen was enshrined within the precincts of a branch temple of Hakusan Heisenji Shrine, which was founded in 717 (the first year of the Yoro era) during the Nara period by the great monk Taicho. In 1574 (the …

  • Eiheiji, Okuetsu
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Benzaiten Hakuryu-o Daigongen

Kameyama Park

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
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Kameyama Park

Yamanaka Tunnel

This 1,170-meter-long straight, five-arch brick tunnel features brick-built portals. Constructed as one of Japan's largest railway tunnels, it is known for its completion after arduous construction alongside the Habara Tunnel on the former Hoku…

  • Tannan
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Yamanaka Tunnel

Reisenji Temple

Walking along the approach lined with tall, straight cedar trees, a tall, slender building comes into view on the left. Inside stands a large, black-lacquered wooden Buddha statue, approximately 8 meters tall.It is one of the Three Great Buddhas of…

  • Tannan
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Reisenji Temple

Oshio Hachimangu Shrine

In 887, Chūnagon Nariyuki, exiled to Echizen (present-day northern Fukui Prefecture), prayed here continuously to clear his name of false charges. Soon after, he was pardoned and returned to the capital. Grateful, he built the shrine hall, which is…

  • Tannan
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Oshio Hachimangu Shrine

American Sycamore Avenue

The American sycamore tree-lined avenue stretches for approximately 1 kilometer along the street in front of the Awara Police Station in Awara City, featuring 264 trees.The American sycamore is also known as the maple-leaved sycamore. It earned thi…

  • Awara,Sakai,Fukui
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American Sycamore Avenue

Suwaazuki Shrine

The main hall, built approximately 500 years ago, is a graceful shrine designated as a National Important Cultural Property. Its architecture masterfully blends Japanese, Tang, and Indian styles. The vermilion-lacquered mountain gate within the pre…

  • Tannan
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Suwaazuki Shrine

Iris Garden by Lake Kitagata

The Iris Garden on the shores of Lake Kitagata is one of the finest in Japan. From early June for about a month, approximately 200,000 irises of 300 varieties bloom in full splendor. In mid-June, the Awara Kitagata Lakeside Iris Festival is he…

  • Awara,Sakai,Fukui
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Iris Garden by Lake Kitagata

Karikomi Pond [Currently Closed to Traffic]

Karikomi Pond, located at the foot of Gankyoji Mountain in the upper reaches of the Uba River, is known for a legend that Master Taicho once divided and restrained a great serpent dwelling in Senjaga Pond on Mount Haku. Surrounded by primeval fores…

  • Eiheiji, Okuetsu
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Karikomi Pond [Currently Closed to Traffic]

Kippoji Temple

The first dojo where Zen Master Dogen practiced upon entering Echizen, boasting a history of approximately 800 years. At the invitation of Lord Hatano Yoshishige in 1243, Zen Master Dogen entered Yoshimine-ji Temple in Shibi District, Echizen, spen…

  • Eiheiji, Okuetsu
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Kippoji Temple
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