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Karikomi Pond, located at the foot of Gankyoji Mountain in the upper reaches of the Uba River, is known for a legend that Master Taicho once divided and restrained a great serpent dwelling in Senjaga Pond on Mount Haku. Surrounded by primeval fores…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

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

This temple of the Koyasan Shingon sect is said to have been founded by the great master Taichō. In the early Heian period, it became an imperial temple commissioned by Emperor Murakami, and its name is said to derive from the era name Tendoku used…

• Wakasa

Spanning the riverbed of the Kuzuryu River, this park features a mallet golf course certified by the Japan Mallet Golf Association—one of the largest in the prefecture—drawing enthusiasts from near and far daily. It also includes a mult…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

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…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Michi no Eki Echizen Ono Arashima no Sato is a rest area in the foothills of Mt. Arashima. Visitors can shop for fresh local vegetables, get a meal at the food court, check out the mini-aquarium, or rent an overnight RV parking space. Canoeing and …

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Echizen Daffodil is the generic name for Japanese daffodils that bloom along the Echizen coast. Along with the Boso Peninsula in Chiba Prefecture and Awaji Island in Hyogo Prefecture, Echizen is one of the three largest colonies of daffodils in Jap…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui
• Tannan

Lake Kitagata is a large lake near the northern coast of Fukui. The lake is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as fishing, and pedal-powered boats and bicycles are available for rental. It also serves as a place to relax and enjoy th…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

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

The island of Mizushima is a small, uninhabited island just 100 meters off the end of the Tsuruga Peninsula. This lively summer destination is nicknamed “the Hawaii of the Hokuriku Region” for its white sandy beaches and clear blue wate…

• Wakasa

This beautiful white-sand beach faces the nature-rich Kohama Bay. Free use of restrooms, showers, and changing rooms is available, along with ample parking. Located along National Route 27 near the Kohama Nishi Interchange, it boasts excellent tran…

• Wakasa

This space lets you move your body comfortably and enjoy the pleasure of working up a sweat—whether through indoor exercise and training or games and relaxation under the sun. Designed as an age-inclusive facility, everyone can enjoy using it.

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

Please use this photo spot, produced by students of Kyoto University of Foreign Studies, for all kinds of photography! Japanese umbrellas and swords are available. Even if you come alone, tripods are provided, so no worries.

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

This beach retains the quiet charm of a traditional fishing village while offering a full range of facilities including hotels and inns. Visitors can also enjoy rock fishing along the rocky shores. For the 2024 season, the beach will be open from M…

• Wakasa

This beach exudes a relaxed, homey atmosphere. Renowned for its scenic beauty—from the charming streets of Takenami to sunsets painting the coastline—it attracts many visitors who stay at local inns. The 2024 operating period is from Friday, July 5…

• Wakasa

Right next door is the symbol of the Echizen Coast, the natural tunnel "Kochimon," formed by the erosion of wind and waves.【Beach】Rocky and Gravel BeachThe beach will open for swimming in 2024. Operating Period: July 10th to August 20th

• Tannan

One of the 100 Natural Sites to Preserve for the 21st Century. Its name is said to come from the mountain's silhouette resembling a "bushido hat" (eboshi). The hike from Kanmuri Pass, where the parking lot is located, to the summit of Mount Kanmuri…

• Tannan

An all-weather climbing facility featuring three distinct walls inside a former elementary school gymnasium. It offers a "Bouldering Wall" with varied course designs, a "Lead Wall" reaching up to a ceiling height of approximately 14 meters, and a "…

• Tannan

Uga Shrine, where the Dengaku Noh Dance of Mizumi is dedicated. Its history is ancient, said to have been founded in 463 AD. Since ancient times, the Dengaku dance, born in this land, took root as a ritual offering. Later, due to exchanges with pla…

• Tannan

Hashimoto Sainai was a samurai of the Fukui domain during the late Edo period, a man who demonstrated exceptional talent at a young age. Born the eldest son of a domain physician, he entered the Tekijuku school founded by Ogata Koan in Osaka to stu…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui