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Kogyoji Temple was founded in 1406 by Shūgaku Shōnin, the third son of Shōnyo Shōnin, the fifth head priest of Hongan-ji. Its "weeping cherry blossoms in spring" and "ginkgo trees in autumn" are renowned, and the museum "Ha…

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This temple is a branch temple of Eiheiji, the head temple of the Soto Zen sect. It was established in 1653 by order of Matsudaira Masakatsu, the first lord of the Echizen Matsuoka domain. Originally built to pray for the repose of the soul of Lord…

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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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The station building features a Western-style design with white as its base color, incorporating the atmosphere of the former station building, which is a nationally registered tangible cultural property. It was developed alongside the former Kyoto…

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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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This mountain's name originates from a legend that, long ago when Heisenji Temple was burned down during the Ikkō uprising, its followers buried sutras at this mountaintop. This mountain belongs to the Hakusan volcanic range and is said to be a…

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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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BBQ & Campground in Kadohara, Ono City.Located along the Kuzuryu River, it bustles with people enjoying river activities during the summer.※Beautiful nature can be easily destroyed if polluted. Please help by taking your trash home.※Open fires …

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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 w…

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The museum displays fossils that have attracted global attention—such as some of the world’s oldest Tyrannosauridae teeth discovered in the Izumi area and neighboring municipalities, Japan’s oldest bird footprints, and the world&r…

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

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Elevation 807m. The trail along the ridge from Yoshimine Temple, passing through Daibutsu-ji Mountain, and reaching the Head Temple Eiheiji is affectionately known as the "Ancestral Footsteps Course," as it is said to be the path Zen Mast…

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This is a heart-centering prayer bead crafting experience held after zazen meditation at the Head Temple Eiheiji. It is offered as a collaborative program with the Head Temple Eiheiji's day-trip zazen sessions. Zazen is the foundation of practice. …

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The Kujūryū Dam's upstream section features a 266-meter-long bridge spanning Kujūryū Lake, known for being constructed as a prototype for the Seto Ohashi Bridge. It is a popular driving spot where visitors can enjoy views of the bridge, the lake, a…

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This is a unique winery in the Hakusan area that you'll definitely want to visit. Focusing on wild mountain grapes growing in the mountains, they produce wines distinct from typical European-style varieties. They cultivate both the original wild mo…

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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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The large rock within the grounds of Oyatani Hakusan Shrine is a massive boulder over 20 meters in size, transported here by a debris avalanche triggered by the collapse of Mount Kyogatake volcano. It broke away from near the summit approximately 3…

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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…

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The main street from the Matsuoka domain era, the old Katsuyama Kaido, retains its Edo-period layout with multiple right-angle turns known as "key turns." It is called "Twelve Turns" because of the number of these bends. You can also see townhouse-…

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In front of the buildings at Starland Sakadani, sunflowers bloom in clusters.The sight of sunflowers blooming across the entire slope conveys the vigor of summer.Best viewing period: Early to late July

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