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Mikuni Sunset Beach
Mikuni Sunset Beach, on the northeastern coast of Fukui, is a popular summer destination for families throughout the area for its shallow waters. It is also known for its natural beauty, particularly in the evenings as the sun sets into the sea. On…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Awara Onsen Ashiyu (Free Public Footbath)
The footbath is located in Awara Onsen YunoMachi Park in the center of the hot spring resort. Made of hinoki (Japanese cypress), it is said to be the finest footbath in all of Hokuriku. The footbath features lighted stained glass windows depicting …
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Oshima Island
The island of Oshima is just off the coast of northern Fukui, near the Tojinbo Cliffs. With an elevation of 27 meters and a circumference of 2 kilometers, it is the largest islet on the Echizen Coast. For many centuries, this small, densely foreste…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Hiruga Fishing Pond
This fishing pond is operated by the local fishing cooperative. Fish caught in fixed nets are stocked here, allowing you to catch sea bream, flounder, yellowtail, and more. Located along the bay's coastline, the fishing area is safe and enjoyab…
- Wakasa
Wakasa Obama Fish Center
The Wakasa Obama Fish Center is a compact seafood market. It is a popular destination for home cooks and restaurant owners in the community, particularly early in the morning. The sellers here sell fresh, locally caught seafood, as well as local pr…
- Wakasa
Okamoto Shrine, Otaki Shrine
Okamoto-Otaki Shrine is Japan’s only shrine dedicated to the goddess of paper. Nowadays, it is known for its history, beautiful grounds, and its unusual architecture: a single large, complex roof connects and combines Okamoto and Otaki Shrine…
- Tannan
Nishiyama Park
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 …
- Tannan
Gotanjoji Temple
Located in the quiet mountains of Shoden-cho, Echizen City, Gotanjoji Temple ーof the Soto Zen Buddhist sectー is a temple specializing in ascetic practices where monks devote themselves to daily training.Commonly called "Neko-dera,&…
- Tannan
Echizen Washi Village
Echizen City boasts Japan's largest share as a producer of high-quality handmade washi paper. Particularly, the five villages known as the Echizen Washi Village—Oizu, Otaki, Iwamoto, Shinzai, and Sadatomo—are collectively called the…
- Tannan
Murasaki Shikibu Park
Echizen City is where Murasaki Shikibu (970–1019), the author of The Tale of Genji, lived away from the capital for the only time in her life. It is said that she visited the city with her father, Fujiwara no Tameoki, who became the governor …
- Tannan
Happiring
The first-floor "Hapi Terrace" (covered plaza) is a glass-enclosed, all-weather covered plaza equipped with a large video screen, available for various uses including events, presentations, concerts, and stage performances. Additionally, …
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Lake Kuzuryu
Lake Kuzuryu was created in the mountains of eastern Fukui in 1968, when a hydroelectric dam was built on the Kuzuryu River. The lake is several kilometers long and as much as 355 meters wide in places, and the 266-meter-long Hakogase Bridge offers…
- Eiheiji, Okuetsu
Gotaishi Falls
Southwest of Mt. Kunimi, along the upper reaches of the Ikō River, lies the renowned waterfall. The clear stream plunges dramatically from a 20-meter cliff. Its roaring sound, reminiscent of drumbeats, has earned it the alternate name "Narutaki" (R…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Hino River Ayu Fishing
The ayu, known as the "queen of river fish" for its beautiful form and excellent flavor. Ayu raised in the Hino River and Takura River are of the highest grade in terms of size and firmness of flesh. The season runs from early June to early Septemb…
- Tannan
Kumagawa-juku Historic Post Town
The post town of Kumagawa-juku was established in 1589, as a place for travelers to rest between Kyoto and the Wakasa region of southern Fukui. Visitors today can explore its traditional townscape, lined with buildings that date back to the Edo per…
- Wakasa
Echizen Matsushima Island
Echizen Matsushima, a coastal wonder of the Hokuriku region. Along the coastline stretching northeast from Tojinbo Cliffs, majestic rock formations emerge amidst quiet fishing villages. The surrounding waters are dotted with beautiful small islands…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Habutae Mochi's Hometown Maeda Seika Co., Ltd.
Founded in 1954, this long-established Japanese confectionery shop in Eiheiji Town, Fukui Prefecture, is a purveyor to the Grand Head Temple Eiheiji. It is a "department store of Habutae mochi," offering the three major signature sweets&m…
- Eiheiji, Okuetsu
Ichijo Falls
Ichijo Falls, with a majestic 17-meter drop, is located at the foot of a mountain, in the outskirts of Fukui City. The falling water keeps the surrounding plants green all year round. In summer, Ichijo Falls serves as a place to cool off in the spr…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
forêt de repos (Dinosaur Hotel)
At forêt de repos (Lupo no Mori), you can enjoy glamping in domes with a natural hot spring inn attached, along with a variety of dishes served by our chefs.The facility also offers in-house lodging, a café, and a dining room. There is…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Wakasa Takahama Sea Fishing Park
A spot where you can enjoy fishing all day long from the breakwater and fishing pier. Rental fishing rods are available (limited quantity), making it easy for beginners to enjoy fishing. It's also a scenic fishing spot with views like the pier span…
- Wakasa
