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Special Mission Ship Kantō Disaster Memorial Park

The sea off Kono usually presents a calm and tranquil face. Yet long ago, a fierce storm struck these peaceful waters. Amid blinding snow and raging waves where visibility was zero, there were those who fought desperately to save lives. On December…

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Special Mission Ship Kantō Disaster Memorial Park

White Dragon Falls Park

Hakuryu Falls Park is located along National Route 305, which runs along the Echizen coast at the northernmost tip of Minami-Echizen Town. Legend holds that a dragon, which once protected the boat carrying nineteen people who drifted ashore at Nuka…

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White Dragon Falls Park

Floating Ball Net Casting Experience [Kono Kitamae Shipown…

Experience making a net-covered float using glass floats sourced from Otaru, where the Ukon family's warehouse once stood. It doubles as a single-stem vase and makes an ideal souvenir.

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Floating Ball Net Casting Experience [Kono Kitamae Shipown…

Meoto Iwa, Bozu Iwa, and the Bizarre Rocks of the Japanese…

Along the coastline of Kawano in Minami-Echizen Town, where the landscape transitions from Tsuruga Bay to the Echizen Coast, numerous uniquely shaped rocks carved by rough waves can be seen. Among them, the famous Couple Rocks stand side by side li…

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Yamanaka Pass

During the Nara period, travelers entering the province of Etchu (Hokuriku) from the capital crossed the Yamanaka Pass (elevation 389m) from Tsuruga. This was the oldest Hokuriku official road passing through the province of Echizen. It is also cal…

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Yamanaka Pass

Northern Route

The Hokkoku Highway stretches approximately 520 km from Kyoto through Otsu, Hikone, and Lake Biwa into Fukui Prefecture, passing through Imajo, Nanjo, Echizen City (formerly Takefu City), Sabae City, and Fukui City, continuing on to Kanazawa, Toyam…

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Northern Route

Hirono Dam

Completed in 1976, the dam was constructed as a multipurpose facility to secure agricultural and industrial water supplies for the Hino River basin. Cherry trees were planted around the dam, and parks and other facilities were developed, creating a…

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Hirono Dam

The Holly of the Saito Juro Family

Saito Bettei Sanemori, a Heike commander who fought against the Minamoto forces led by Kiso Yoshizane during the Genpei War, is said to have planted this holly in his family home's garden when he returned to his hometown for the first time in many …

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The Holly of the Saito Juro Family

Echizen Town Oda Pottery Studio "Wazumi Hall"

Wazumi-kan Municipal Pottery Studio is a hands-on facility where everyone from adults to children can enjoy pottery. Our pottery classes can accommodate up to 40 participants at a time. Young ceramic artists from the Nitten exhibition will kindly g…

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Echizen Town Oda Pottery Studio

Kinkasan Greenland

Enjoy a leisurely outdoor life in stylish cottages and bungalows. Not only can you savor the beauty of nature throughout the seasons, but you can also try pottery and various other experiences.

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Kinkasan Greenland

Yatsusugi Forest Learning Center

Experience nature, learn about the environment, and practice daily living!The Yatsugi Sennen Forest spreads across approximately 20 hectares at an altitude of 400 to 500 meters. Wooden buildings and green roofs stand out clearly against the contras…

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Yatsusugi Forest Learning Center

[Opening in 2024] Zenigahama Beach (Echizen Town)

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

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[Opening in 2024] Zenigahama Beach (Echizen Town)

[Opening in 2024] Umeura Beach (Echizen Town)

The artificial beach bustles with many beachgoers seeking the sea every year.【Beach】Concrete BeachThe beach will be open for swimming in 2024, but facilities such as restrooms and showers will be unavailable.Opening Period: July 10th to August 20…

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[Opening in 2024] Umeura Beach (Echizen Town)

Komaru Castle Ruins

This is the site of a flatland castle built in 1575 by Sassa Narimasa, a retainer of Oda Nobunaga and one of the Three Lords of Fuchu. It is a prefecturally designated historic site. At the time, inner and outer moats were constructed, and the enti…

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Komaru Castle Ruins

Kochomon

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…

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Kochomon

Keiryu Onsen Kanmuriso

A hot spring inn situated in the heart of the Shizuhara Highlands. For generations, it has welcomed hikers and travelers passing through on their way to Gifu Prefecture, offering a place to relax and rejuvenate.The hot spring is a sodium bicarbonat…

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Keiryu Onsen Kanmuriso

Ryokan Jukoen (Echizen Town)

Jukoen, located within the Echizen Pottery Village, home to Echizen ware—one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns. On a site of approximately 6,600 square meters, just five guest rooms. A soothing, traditional-style dwelling. A peaceful space fil…

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Ryokan Jukoen (Echizen Town)

Yadokari (Echizen Town)

All rooms at our hotel offer panoramic ocean views of the Sea of Japan.We offer three room types, including special Japanese-Western style rooms with panoramic baths and spacious Japanese-style rooms suitable for larger groups.Relax and unwind whil…

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Yadokari (Echizen Town)

Miyamoto (Echizen Town)

Enjoy seafood dishes made with crab, fish, and shellfish landed at Echizen Fishing Port. Located just 10 meters from the beach, dine while watching the sunset and fishing lights, then relax fully in our high-quality hot springs.

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Miyamoto (Echizen Town)

Minshuku (Guesthouse) Keishin

Enjoy seasonal fish. Experience fish preparation and dried fish making at this inn. During crab season (November to March), accommodation rates start at ¥22,000 (excluding tax).

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