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Located in the heart of the hot spring town, our inn offers seven baths and private baths for you to enjoy a relaxing bath tour within the facility. Unwind in our tranquil rooms, savoring seasonal Echizen cuisine and the serene atmosphere. You may …

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

This tourist information center opened in March 2024 to coincide with the launch of the Hokuriku Shinkansen service to Fukui and Tsuruga.Three to four concierges, including English-speaking staff, are always available to assist with tourist inquiri…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

Awara Onsen, a hot spring resort that has been in operation for 140 years. Among them, this long-established ryokan has been in business for over 70 years."Kaze no Onsen-kyo Juraku," which is fed by four private hot springs on the premise…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

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…

• Tannan

The souvenir shop now established as "Tojinbo Yokocho," a dining spot specializing in seafood bowls, and newly added areas where you can enjoy Tojinbo sushi and grilled seafood right on the spot. We sincerely look forward to your visit when touring…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

Completed in 2001, this dam is located upstream on the Eiheiji River, a first-class river in the Kuzuryu River system. It was constructed for flood control, unspecified water use, and water supply purposes. It is a gravity concrete dam with a heigh…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

JAM Fukui Katsuyama Mountain Resort is one of the largest ski resorts in Western Japan, located on Mt. Hōonji in Katsuyama City. Opened in 1993, it features a diverse selection of 16 trails for beginners, intermediates, and advanced skiers, as well…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

A wholesale market open to the general public.We take pride in the freshness, prices, and variety of our fish.Each store sells fresh fish sourced directly from the market, and one of the highlights is the selection of dried and processed seafood it…

• Wakasa

This shrine is designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan and is dedicated to the “Goddess of Paper,” a deity rarely found in Japan.About 1,500 years ago, when Emperor Keitai was in Echizen and was known as Prince Otori, a be…

• Tannan

A temple town centered around the head temple Eiheiji, surrounded by ancient cedar trees and the soothing sounds of nature. A cozy, family-run inn offering enjoyment throughout the four seasons.

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Katsuyama Castle Museum is a registered museum that opened in 1992, featuring a five-story, six-level keep. As a keep-style structure, it boasts the tallest height in Japan at 57.8 meters from the stone foundation to the shachi roof ornaments.Insid…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

With the opening of the Hokuriku Shinkansen Tsuruga Station in March 2024, Tsuruga Station will become the starting point for trains bound for Kanazawa, Tokyo, the Kansai region, and the Chukyo region, as well as the terminus for these routes. Span…

• Wakasa

Echizen Forged Blades continues to uphold Japan's ancient fire-forging techniques and hand finishing to this day. Here, we introduce the 700-year history and manufacturing process of Echizen Forged Blades through panel displays and videos. Prod…

• Tannan

Established in 1522 by Takeda Motomitsu, the governor of Wakasa (now southern Fukui Prefecture), this temple belongs to the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism. Though later falling into disrepair, it was rebuilt by Kyogoku Tadataka. It houses a monument to …

• Wakasa

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

The port town of Echizen is known for its crab fishing, but squid jigging is also thriving.During the summer season, fishing lights shine brightly offshore.This program lets you enjoy about three hours of squid fishing.This summer, why not challeng…

• Tannan

At the bottom of Suigetsu Lake, one of the Three Lakes of Mikata, sediment from the past 70,000 years forms distinct stripes. These annual growth rings, known as "nenko," are recognized as the global standard for dating. Inside the museum…

• Wakasa

This is a bike-sharing service where you can rent a bike whenever you want and return it wherever you like. Anyone can rent a bike by tapping their IC card on a bicycle at a Cycle Port. Why not take a smooth ride on a sleek red electric bike as a n…

• Wakasa

Why not experience the spirit of Zen at Eiheiji Temple, the head temple of the Soto Zen school, which boasts a history of approximately 770 years?Other attractions, such as Matsuoka Jūnikurari, Kippoji Temple, and the Matsuoka Tumulus Cluster, alon…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Mizushima is a small uninhabited island located at the tip of the Tsuruga Peninsula.Known for its crystal-clear waters and white sand, it is often called the "Hawaii of the Hokuriku region."During the swimming season, it attracts many fam…

• Wakasa