Attractions

Mt. Aoba

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…

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Mt. Aoba

Honkoji Temple

This is a large temple of the Honzan class within the Hokke-shu Shimon-ryu sect, boasting five sub-temples.Based on the size of the temple grounds recorded in ancient documents and the location of ancient grid-pattern settlement remains preserved i…

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Honkoji Temple

Site of Obama Castle

A rare water castle in Japan, skillfully utilizing natural terrain. Construction began in 1601 when Kyogoku Takatsugu became lord of Wakasa Province. Sakai Tadakatsu became lord in 1634, and the castle was completed in 1641. It served as the reside…

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Site of Obama Castle

Kariyasuyama Forest Park

The area features a drive-in road, hiking trails, and observation decks. Visitors can enjoy nature through activities like birdwatching and forest bathing amidst rich greenery, including pure beech forests. Mount Kariyasuyama, towering near the bor…

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Kariyasuyama Forest Park

Kenko no Mori Onsen

Kenko no Mori Onsen, nestled within the grounds of Fukui Health Forest (Kenko no Mori) surrounded by nature throughout the seasons. Known as the "beauty bath" for its mildly alkaline waters, guests can enjoy the stone-built "Earth Ba…

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Kenko no Mori Onsen

Mt. Akausagi

A mountain on the border with Ishikawa Prefecture.Its gentle, rounded silhouette resembles a rabbit, hence the name.Near the distinctive red-roofed emergency shelter, rare alpine plants such as the Japanese daylily can be seen.Elevation: 1,628m【Be…

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Mt. Akausagi

New Sunpia Tsuruga (Dinosaur Hotel)

Approximately 10 minutes from JR Tsuruga Station, Hokuriku Expressway Tsuruga IC, and Maizuru-Wakasa Expressway Tsuruga Minami IC. Located in the heart of Tsuruga City, our hotel features cuisine made with seasonal ingredients from the sea, mountai…

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New Sunpia Tsuruga (Dinosaur Hotel)

Fukui Prefecture Children and Family Center

This experiential children's center offers a wealth of play, learning, and hands-on activities. Features include a workshop zone for hands-on crafting and cooking experiences; an adventure play zone with Japan's largest ball pool, a large s…

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Fukui Prefecture Children and Family Center

Michi no Eki Roadside Station Sakai

As a hub facility for revitalizing the town through agriculture, it features a direct sales counter for fresh Sakai City produce, a restaurant, an exchange hall, workshops for specialty miso and tofu, and an information lobby. The Takumi Workshop a…

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Michi no Eki Roadside Station Sakai

Jakkoen

The garden features the "Statue of the Young Dogen," depicting Zen Master Dogen in his youth when he resolved to become a monk, alongside the "Jojō Pagoda" built to repay the kindness of his master, Zen Master Jōjō, and the grav…

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Jakkoen

Shihi Magaibutsu Engravings

Buddhist statues painted on the rock face at the entrance to the Shibi district, home to the head temple Eiheiji. Beneath the large rock formation jutting out from the east side of Sogen Bridge over the Eiheiji River, Jizo statues, stone monuments,…

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Shihi Magaibutsu Engravings

Mountain Cherry Blossoms of Miko

Located on the Tsunejima Peninsula, the town of Miko features approximately 300 magnificent mountain cherry trees designated as a prefectural scenic spot, forming a splendid avenue. The contrast with the Sea of Japan is truly spectacular.

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Mountain Cherry Blossoms of Miko

Fukui Children's Family Center

The children's center offers a variety of hands-on experience zones where children can play, learn, and experience things, including a workshop zone where they can experience manufacturing and cooking, a play exploration zone where they can enj…

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Fukui Children's Family Center

hibi: A Lifestyle Complex

We renovated a 230-year-old traditional Japanese house.This lifestyle complex features a café serving homemade pies made with Wakasa ingredients, a restaurant offering creative course meals, a women-only mugwort steam salon, and a studio for…

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Nagai Beach

This beautiful white-sand beach faces the nature-rich Kohama Bay. Free use of restrooms, showers, and changing rooms is available, along with ample parking. Located along National Route 27 near the Kohama Nishi Interchange, it boasts excellent tran…

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Nagai Beach

Guest House Yozamon

This is a private guesthouse in a century-old, quiet satoyama village, offering exclusive use of an entire traditional Japanese house. It features a spacious two-room Japanese-style suite, and the bath was renovated in 2019. It can be used as a gue…

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Guest House Yozamon

Sea-Auberge Shitsumi

Where sea and mountains coexist in natural scenery. Abundant Wakasa cuisine and unique creative dishes. No urban distractions—just nature and peaceful moments. A fishing village lifestyle that connects to the future. A small auberge in a small fish…

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Sea-Auberge Shitsumi

Maruyama Beach

This shallow-water beach is popular with anglers, and nearby is the Maruyama Kaiyu Park.

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Maruyama Beach

Wakasugi Suehirotei

7-minute walk from JR Obama Station. Parking available. We offer affordable business plans, family plans, and sightseeing plans featuring Wakasa ingredients, as well as satisfying meal plans—all tailored to your needs.

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Wakasugi Suehirotei

Shinbo Family Ski Resort

Please check our website ( http://www.ski.ikeda-kibou.com/ ) for current operating hours. This ski resort features gentle slopes with a maximum gradient of 10 degrees. Children and beginners can enjoy skiing with peace of mind. Our staff are kind t…

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Shinbo Family Ski Resort
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