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Omizu-Okuri "Water-Sending" Ritual
Omizusuri, a Shinto ritual that heralds spring in Wakasa, is held every year on March 2.Prior to the "Omizutori" held on March 12 at Nigatsudo Hall of Todaiji Temple in Nara, the "Omizusuri" at Jinguji Temple in Obama City…
- Wakasa
Echizen Crab Festival
The largest crab festival in Fukui Prefecture, held in Echizen Town—the holy land of Echizen Gani snow crabs, boasting about 70% of the total catch.Echizen Town's fishmongers, renowned as Japan's finest Echizen Gani crab specialists, …
- Tannan
Tsuruga Port Illumination Miraie
The popular winter tradition "Miraie" will be held at Kanegasaki-Ryokuchi Park, a beloved spot for all ages and highly recommended for couples. This is the largest illumination display in the Hokuriku region, featuring over 600,000 LED bu…
- Wakasa
To Sabae, the Holy Land of Eyewear. Crafting adult eyewear…
Highlights Yuto Takeuchi is an eyewear craftsman at Sun Optical Co., Ltd., an eyewear factory specializing in plastic-rimmed frames. He designs a wide range of eyeglasses and sunglasses, from stylish everyday pieces to artistic creations. He has al…
- Tannan
Echizen Great Buddha: Sea of Clouds Special Viewing
Echizen Daibutsu, one of the largest Buddha statues in Japan x Sea of clouds that invites you into a fantastic spaceAt Echizen Daibutsu (Echizen Great Buddha), Daishiyama Seidaiji Temple, which boasts the largest Buddha statue in JapanThe " Se…
- Eiheiji, Okuetsu
Picture Shoji (Former Uchiyama Residence)
Winter-limited vibrant picture screens now available at the former Uchiyama samurai residence—making you long for spring!Featuring a vibrant cherry blossom snowstorm and rabbits—the motif of the Uchiyama family's roof tiles —w…
- Eiheiji, Okuetsu
Nishiyama Park Illumination
The annual winter illumination at Nishiyama Park, a popular recreational spot for Sabae residents.Each family worked together to decorate a tree. The tree, with each family's wishes written on it, brightly decorates Nishiyama Park in winter.Abo…
- Tannan
Cosmos Field in Nokou Town
The approximately 2-hectare cosmos field in the Yakushigamiya district of Nokoucho, Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture reaches its peak in mid-October, with approximately 800,000 cosmos blooming in full splendor. The cosmos bathed in the setting sun …
- Eiheiji, Okuetsu
Echizen Craftsmanship Tour: Exploring Traditional Echizen …
Highlights Imadate, a town with 1,500 years of Echizen washi history. Legend has it that Echizen washi began when a beautiful woman descended from the mountains and taught the villagers the art of washi paper making. This tour takes you …
- Tannan
Firefly Village
In the Kamicho district, located 5 to 10 minutes by car from the castle town of Ono City, you can witness the fantastical sight of fireflies dancing in the air throughout the early to mid-June period, amidst the rural landscape surrounded by satoya…
- Eiheiji, Okuetsu
Eiheiji Temple New Year’s Eve Bell Ringing and Illumination
On New Year’s Eve, the bell and central gate of Eiheiji Temple are lit up. Visitors are invited to ring the bell—traditionally, temples in Japan ring their bell to mark the new year. The central gate, which usually stays locked year-rou…
- Eiheiji, Okuetsu
Fukui Sakura Marathon
The Fukui Sakura Marathon is a 42.195-km marathon held under the concept of "a pointy full marathon that Fukui can be proud of," "the last but newest full marathon in all prefectures," and "a full marathon to run, see, supp…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Katsuyama City Tourism Guide Volunteer Club
The former grounds of Hakusan Heisenji Temple, Shichiri Wall, and the historic streetscape of the former Katsuyama Castle town within Katsuyama City are designated as a Japan Heritage site. The Volunteer Tour Guide Club will guide you around Katsuy…
- Eiheiji, Okuetsu
Awara Hot Springs Full Enjoyment Ticket
Enjoy a tour of the indoor baths at 10 inns in Awara Onsen, plus a little gourmet experience featuring Japanese sweets and local sake—all for just ¥1,500! Explore inns beyond your own lodging! You might even find your next place to stay!?Participat…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Discover the Depths of Washi Paper: Hands-On Experience wi…
Highlights Yanase Ryōzō Paper Workshop specializes in producing traditional Japanese paper, primarily creating wrapping paper and packaging paper used by Japanese confectionery shops. They craft paper using the delicate technique of mold-made paper…
- Tannan
A journey into the world of woodworking and lacquer throug…
Highlights The Kawada district of Sabae City, Fukui Prefecture, is the production center for Echizen lacquerware, a tradition spanning over 1,500 years. It is said that Echizen lacquerware, produced here, accounts for over 80% of Japan's commercial…
- Tannan
Awara Hot Springs Lunch & Sweets Tour Coupon
Lunch & Sweets Tour CouponThis coupon lets you explore Awara affordably!Choose one item from the gourmet selection.Choose one item from the snacks.Other benefits include making hot spring eggs and admission to the Fujino Gankuro Memorial Museum…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Daffodil Festival
The Echizen Coast is renowned as a major natural habitat for Japanese narcissus, counted among the "Three Great Natural Habitats of Japanese Narcissus" alongside Awaji Island and the Boso Peninsula in Chiba Prefecture, boasting the larges…
- Tannan
Katsuyama Sagicho Festival
The Sagicho Festival is held in Katsuyama on the last full weekend of February. This festival celebrates the coming of spring, and serves as a prayer for an abundant harvest. Twelve temporary towers are built around town, where performers dressed i…
- Eiheiji, Okuetsu
Fukui Cherry Blossom Festival
March 21 (Sat) -April 5 (Sun), 2026The History of Fukui's Cherry Blossoms and FestivalsFollowing the Fukui Reconstruction Exposition held in 1952, the Fukui Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Fukui City Tourism Association planted thousan…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
