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The former Tsuruga Port Station building, with its distinctive pointed roof. This structure was recreated for the 1999 "Tsuruga Sparkling Port Expo 21" event, representing the former Tsuruga Port Station that once held a vital position as…

• Wakasa

This gymnasium is ideal for sporting events. With its own meeting rooms, combined with the adjacent Phoenix Plaza, it can also host large-scale conferences for up to 2,000 people.

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

Since ancient times, this region has been known as a "food-producing province," supplying the imperial court with salt and seafood. It boasts an abundance of delicious fish and shellfish, such as Wakasa flounder and Wakasa pufferfish…

• Wakasa

Maruoka Castle is the only surviving castle keep in the Hokuriku region.Its imposing presence exudes the dignity of ancient warriors.Its rare stone-tiled roof is a must-see, and the castle tower foundation stone walls, built with natural stone…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

"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

The Sun Sun Hall at Kamishibi Cultural Center hosts various events such as lectures and concerts. A library is also located on the premises.

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

【Just 10 minutes by car from the Dinosaur Museum!】Katsuyama Nature School: Touch 4.6 Billion Years of EarthKatsuyama, Fukui—a globally significant site where 80% of Japan's dinosaur fossils have been discovered.At Katsuyama Nature Schoo…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

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…

• Tannan

This shrine enshrines Chiyozuru Kuniyasu, the founder of Echizen-style swordsmithing.Within the grounds lies "Chiyozuru Pond," where Chiyozuru Kuniyasu is said to have drawn water while forging swords.Blacksmithing involves repeatedly tem…

• Tannan

This gorge, carved by the erosion of the Kuzuryu River, stretches from the Kadohara district of Ono City to the Izumi district across the Hotohara Dam.Along the parallel National Route 158, the ever-changing scenery unfolds, and the beauty during t…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

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

This museum displays folk materials that are gradually disappearing due to changing times. The building was constructed in 1889 as the Ōno Magistrate's Court and remained in use until 1967. That same year, Ōno City acquired the main building an…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

This shrine enshrines the spirit of Matsuki Shōzaemon, who, at the beginning of the Edo period, became the representative of farmers in Wakasa suffering under harsh tax collection. He personally petitioned the feudal lord for tax reduction, sacrifi…

• Wakasa

Located at the base of Mt. Kanmuri, accessible by climbing National Route 417 from the Shizuhara area. This facility features a rainbow trout fishing pond where fishing rods and bait are provided, so you can come empty-handed. There's also a sp…

• Tannan

Conveniently located as a base for exploring the Okuetsu and Hakusan regions, this property is near JAM Fukui Katsuyama Mountain Resort, one of the largest resorts in western Japan. Just a 3-minute drive from Japan’s first dinosaur museum, it…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Kokubuzan Busshoji Temple, famous for its Eleven-Faced Kannon statue, is said to be the oldest temple in Ono City, having been founded in 807. The temple is home to a "stroking Buddha" statue, commonly known as "Obinzuru-san." I…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

We invite you to enjoy two varieties of strawberries—"Akihime" and "Beni-Hoppé"—carefully cultivated using primarily organic fertilizers with a focus on safety and flavor. [Varieties] "Akihime," know…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

Kunimi Jellyfish Community Center, located along the Echizen Coast in Fukui City, is a small aquarium that was created by renovating the Kunimi Community Center, which has been used for many years in the Kunimi area of Fukui City.It exhibits jellyf…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

"Hongan Shozu Spring" has been designated a National Natural Monument as the southernmost known habitat of the landlocked Japanese minnow (itoyo). This is an educational facility dedicated to the protection of freshwater Japanese minnows …

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Along the Fruit Line in the northern hills of Sakai lies the strawberry greenhouse "Norari." The view of the hills from the greenhouse is truly magnificent.Strawberries are cultivated on elevated stations, allowing you to pick them comfor…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui