Attractions

Echizen Pottery Village Grand Golf

A grand golf course has opened at Echizen Pottery Village, offering fun for everyone from children to seniors! This original course winds around the monuments in the undulating Art Plaza. Enjoy a full 8 holes! Why not come play to your heart's cont…

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Echizen Pottery Village Grand Golf

Nagashima-so Guesthouse

Taste of Echizen and Relaxing Lodging A journey through Echizen that touches your heart. Fresh seafood cuisine awaits, right by the sea. Warm hospitality, only possible at a minshuku.

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Nagashima-so Guesthouse

History and Culture Exchange Hall

Located next to the Kitamaebune Shipowner's Residence and the Ukon Family Residence, you can learn about a part of the history of the Kono district.

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History and Culture Exchange Hall

The Great Ginkgo Tree of Myokoji Temple

The great ginkgo tree at Myōkōji Temple is a large female ginkgo located on the western side of the temple grounds and is designated as a Prefectural Natural Monument. Its trunk circumference at breast height is 5.5 meters, its branch spread is app…

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The Great Ginkgo Tree of Myokoji Temple

Honzan Seishō-ji Temple

Seishōji Temple, associated with Saint Shinran and cherished as "Sabae's Head Temple," is one of the Ten Head Temples of Jōdo Shinshū, alongside Kyoto's Higashi Honganji and Nishi Honganji. The Gokekidō Hall at the center of the temple grounds is t…

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Honzan Seishō-ji Temple

Gokō Shrine

Gokō Shrine, with its magnificent sacred gate, enshrines the divine spirits of five generations: from Emperor Keitai and Emperor Ōjin down to Emperor Keitai's father, Prince Hikonozumi. The "Broom Festival" held on April 18th involves parishioners …

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Gokō Shrine

Nashikadaira Senmaida Narcissus Garden (Echizen Narcissus …

The defeated Heike fugitives from the Genpei War hid in the Seven Plains (Nashigahara, Oojara, Obanjara, Yukigajara, Takegajara, Iwanjara, and Sakanjara). By the Edo period, people had gathered to live in the largest, Nashigahara, which flourished …

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Nashikadaira Senmaida Narcissus Garden (Echizen Narcissus …

Sake Brewing Experience! Experience the work of a brewery …

Winter's approach is felt in Imasho-juku, Minami-Echizen Town. Along the highway where traces of its former glory as a thriving post town remain, sake brewing begins at the local brewery. While Japan is said to have about 1,500 breweries, only arou…

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Autumn Foliage at Yashaga Pond

The surrounding scenery completely heals the fatigue of mountain climbing. The autumn leaves at Yashaga Pond are passionate yet refreshing.

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Autumn Foliage at Yashaga Pond

Cherry Blossoms at Nishiyama Park

Long renowned as a prime flower-viewing spot, it boasts approximately 1,000 cherry trees in full bloom. The park also features numerous attractions for both children and adults, including a lawn plaza, an athletic plaza, and a Japanese garden. From…

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Cherry Blossoms at Nishiyama Park

Jizō Bridge

Once located along the old Hokuriku Highway by a river, it served as a bridge to aid travelers passing by. Legend has it that a Jizo statue, destroyed during Oda Nobunaga's invasion of Echizen, appeared in a monk's dream, instructing him to build a…

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Jizō Bridge

Mankei-ji Temple

A direct branch temple of Eiheiji, the head temple of the Soto Zen sect, and the family temple of the Sabae domain lords, the Kanbe clan. The ceiling ink paintings "Wind God," "Dragon God," and "Thunder God," painted by the 7th domain lord, Kanbe A…

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Mankei-ji Temple

Ashiyama Park

This mountain lies east of Echizen City across the Hino River. Its proximity to the city center and the view of the clear Hino River below led to its development as Ashiyama Park, providing a year-round place of relaxation for citizens. In spring, …

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Ashiyama Park

Fujigaki Shrine

A shrine dedicated to Honda Tomomasa, lord of Fuchu. Tomomasa was a renowned ruler who devoted himself to rebuilding the war-ravaged town of Fuchu, improving its streets and irrigation systems, and fostering local industries. From a young age, he s…

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Fujigaki Shrine

Cycling Tour Exploring the Roots of Echizen Lacquerware

Highlights Kawada, the town of Echizen lacquerware with 1,500 years of history. It is said that lacquerware began in Echizen when Emperor Keitai's broken crown was skillfully repaired with lacquer, leading to the encouragement of lacquer craftsmans…

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Cycling Tour Exploring the Roots of Echizen Lacquerware

Squid Fishing Experience

Experience night squid fishing off the coast of Echizen Misaki. Catch plenty to take home as souvenirs.

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Squid Fishing Experience

Beko-tei Rider & Guest House

A guesthouse created by the owner and his friends by renovating an old folk house. Riders are welcome, of course, but non-riders are also welcome to stay. It's a place that feels like coming home—somehow nostalgic and heartwarming.

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Beko-tei Rider & Guest House

Shōsenkaku Beniyaya

Located in the heart of town, this Japanese-style inn offers convenient access. It's family-friendly, with children's lunch options and boxed meals available. Long-stay packages with three meals included and room-only plans are also offered.

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Shōsenkaku Beniyaya

Sabae City Cultural Center

Sabae City Cultural Center reopened on April 1, 2021, after approximately one and a half years of seismic retrofitting work.

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Sabae City Cultural Center

Mochi-Making Experience【Retreat Taku】

Why not try pounding mochi with a mallet and mortar? The glutinous rice used is grown with delicious water from Imajo, Minami-Echizen Town. Freshly pounded mochi is delightfully chewy and exceptionally delicious. Toppings (additional charge) includ…

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