DISCOVER FUKUI

Shizuhara Village's Shirayama Shrine stands quietly, with ancient cedar and zelkova trees of unknown age standing side by side before its torii gate. Until the late Edo period, Noh plays were dedicated here, and many ancient Noh masks, costumes, an…

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Echizen-yaki pottery kilns showcase and sell their products and works all in one place. The spacious venue permanently displays approximately 1,000 diverse items, ranging from traditional natural-glazed jars and vases to everyday plates and bowls, …

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A rock-fill dam approximately 100 meters high will be constructed upstream of the Masugawa River, storing an effective water volume of 23.1 million cubic meters (roughly twice that of the nearby Hirono Dam). This dam will have the fourth-largest st…

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Nishiyama Park is a large public park known for its seasonal beauty, traditional garden, and zoo. In addition to 1,000 cherry blossom trees that bloom in late March and April, Nishiyama Park draws visitors for its 50,000 azalea bushes, which bloom …

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On the windswept hills of Echizen, the Echizen narcissus blooms robustly. Using pressed Echizen narcissus flowers, you can create original coasters, bookmarks, and more.

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Opened in 1971 to promote Echizen ware, one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns. The museum features historical exhibits, displays and sales of contemporary Echizen ware, and live demonstrations by kiln masters. Visitors can also create their own original…

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This mountain castle, standing at an elevation of 267 meters, was built on the hill commonly known as Atagoyama behind Imajō-juku around the late Heian period. It is located near Imajō Station and is also part of a hiking course. During the Genpei …

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This temple belongs to the Shin-shū Izumoji sect. A garden lies south of the temple's kitchen quarters and is designated a National Scenic Spot. It is a landscape garden borrowing the mountain range of the Hinoyama range as its backdrop, featuring …

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Highlights The Kawada district of Sabae City, Fukui Prefecture, is the production center for Echizen lacquerware, a tradition spanning over 1,500 years. It is said that Echizen lacquerware, produced here, accounts for over 80% of Japan's commercial…

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Echizen Lacquerware Hall provides visitors with the opportunity to learn about and experience Echizen Lacquerware. Visitors can see traditional lacquerware artisans at work here. Hands-on workshops are available, to decorate lacquered wood or apply…

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Echizen City has a long history, serving as the seat of government for Echizen Province during the Nara period and flourishing as a center of politics, culture, and economy.The city center features charming streetscapes, including "Kuranotsuji" wit…

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Soba, a specialty of Imajo. Its history is long, with cultivation said to have begun 400 years ago. The best time to see the soba flowers is around late September.

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The entrance and exit feature a ramp with handrails, making it safe for children and the elderly. This beach is recommended for those who enjoy scuba diving.【Beach】Rocky and Gravel BeachThe beach will open in 2024. Opening Period: July 10th to Au…

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There is a concrete beach with terraced steps, forming a pool-like area. Nearby are the day-trip hot spring facility "Michi-no-Yu" and public restrooms.【Beach】Concrete BeachThe beach will open for swimming in 2024. Operating Period: Wednesday, Ju…

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A cafe and guesthouse renovated from an old folk house. Accommodations are available only on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. (Weekday stays are possible during winter.) Three guest rooms offer views of Ikeda's mountains and rice fields from their…

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The tourist information center located within the grounds of Michi-no-Eki Echizen. Operated by the Echizen Town Tourism Federation, it provides tourist information as well as introductions to lodging and dining establishments.

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This open-air bath opened in November 2004. It is a cozy hot spring facility utilizing Echizen Minami Onsen.

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Ikeda Town is known as the "Home of Noh Theater," boasting numerous ancient masks at its various shrines. The museum displays over 100 Noh masks, including those passed down through generations and masks crafted by master mask makers. Regular mask-…

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Until the Meiji era, the "West Highway," commonly known as the "Horse-Carriage Highway," connecting Fuchu (Takefu) and Kono, played a vital role in transportation alongside the Kitamaebune ships. Horse-carriers, transporters who utilized horses to …

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The wooden demon masks (Tsuina masks) of parents and child at Kadashiwa Shrine, believed to date from the late Kamakura period, are designated as Important Cultural Properties of Japan. They are publicly displayed every February 11th, when the ritu…

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