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Conveniently located near one of Western Japan's largest ski resorts and serving as a base for sightseeing in Echizen, Okuetsu, Hakusan, and surrounding areas. Just a 3-minute drive to Japan's first dinosaur museum—take a trip back to ancient times…

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Kuzuryu National Recreation Area Auto Campground

An auto campground nestled within a vast natural forest selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Forest Bathing Spots. A stream flows nearby, and even in summer, a pleasant breeze blows, creating an environment where you can fully enjoy nature. This faci…

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Kuzuryu National Recreation Area Auto Campground

Echizen Zen Meditation Path

This is the pilgrimage route to the sacred Mount Hakusan. In the past, three routes known as the Zen-jo-do (Zen Summit Paths) led to the summit from the three provinces of Echizen, Kaga, and Mino. These were named because the summit of Mount Hakusa…

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Echizen Zen Meditation Path

Yodogawa River

Along the Yodo River flowing through Katsuyama City's Kegaya Town, fireflies can be enjoyed across a wide watershed. Since it flows near Seiki Minami Elementary School and Katsuyama Minami Junior High School, paved roads and streetlights are instal…

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Yodogawa River

Hiraizumi Family Villa

We have two log cabins and three vintage American Airstream camping trailers. Small dogs are welcome to stay. Please inquire about medium-sized dogs and larger. Each unit has its own barbecue table. It's a 15-minute drive from the Dinosaur Museum.

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Hiraizumi Family Villa

Shinozato Shrine

・A purifying pilgrimage experience at Shinozato Shrine, the sacred water sanctuary ・Learn about "The Sacred Spring of Shinozato Shrine"・Visit the Sacred Spring・Receive amulets and make wishes on votive plaques. (About Shinoza Shrine) An ancient…

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Shinozato Shrine

Kurotani Snow Fence

This massive wall in Shimokurodani, Ono City, was constructed for avalanche protection. It stands 15.5 meters tall and stretches 300 meters in length. Because avalanches once claimed many lives in this area, murals depicting wishes for eternal safe…

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Kurotani Snow Fence

Grave of Asakura Yoshikage

Located within Yoshikage Park, the area is also famous as a cherry blossom viewing spot. The Asakura clan flourished for five generations over 103 years, from the Muromachi period through the age of war. Yoshikage, the shugo daimyo of Echizen, was …

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Grave of Asakura Yoshikage

Starry Sky Hammock

Swinging in a hammock with a drink.This plan lets you enjoy a star-filled sky on clear nights.

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Starry Sky Hammock

Johojisan Mountain Youth Travel Village (※Currently closed…

Located at Shimizu Kobara on the slopes of Jōbōji Mountain, this recreation facility also serves as a rest stop for hikers. Enjoy your own style of outdoor living with barbecue facilities, log cabins, tent camping, and flowing somen noodles. The ch…

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Johojisan Mountain Youth Travel Village (※Currently closed…

Kamishihi Cultural Center Sun Sun Hall

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

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Kamishihi Cultural Center Sun Sun Hall

Eiheiji Mai-Road

The approximately 6-kilometer former site of the Keifuku Eiheiji Line has been developed into a walking path named "Eiheiji Pilgrimage Road." Gravel sections and remnants reminiscent of the former railway line remain in parts, allowing vi…

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Buddha's Maiden Waterfall

A three-tiered waterfall plunging 100 meters from Mount Arajima, one of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains. The waterfall's name originates from a legend that "Buddha Gozen," beloved by Taira no Kiyomori and renowned as a master dancer who also appears i…

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Buddha's Maiden Waterfall

Toriage Mountain

Located on the border of Ishikawa Prefecture, it is renowned as a mountain where skunk cabbages bloom profusely in early spring. The hiking trails feature few steep sections, making for a relatively easy climb. Alpine plants not found in urban area…

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Toriage Mountain

Katsuyama Natural Hot Springs Mizubasho

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Katsuyama Natural Hot Springs Mizubasho

Izumi Maesaka Family Travel Village Maesaka Campground

Surrounded by mountains on all sides, this accommodation is perfect for families and groups. Enjoy camping in tents or staying in cabins while immersing yourself in Izumi's natural beauty. With restrooms and a cooking facility available, comfortabl…

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Ben-ga Falls

A waterfall with a drop of approximately 40 meters. It can be seen at an elevation of about 830 meters, where the Tanigide River, flowing southwest from the plateau within Hōonji Mountain, turns its course southward. The "Echizen Geography Guide" r…

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Ben-ga Falls

Avenue of Japanese pagoda trees

Near Asahi Park, along the road connecting National Route 157 and Route 17, a row of Japanese pagoda trees (also known as American pagoda trees) stretches for about 800 meters. As street trees, they begin to change color slightly earlier than the m…

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Avenue of Japanese pagoda trees

Kuzuryu River Museum: Waku Waku RiverCAN

If you want to learn about the Kuzuryu River and Narika Dam, this is the place. You can enjoy learning through models showing how the dam works, large water tanks, live shows, and more.

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Shippo Studio: Sora

① Create original tableware by applying Ono's unique transfer paper—available only here—onto white porcelain. Fired in an electric kiln, your pieces will be ready for pickup in 1 week to 10 days. ②Experience cloisonné crafting amidst nature's rich …

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