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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…

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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…

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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…

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 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…

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Light-up and projection mapping is held throughout the year at Yurinosato Park.Visitors can enjoy various effects such as projection mapping on the wall fountain, a tunnel of light, pipes that change into seven different colors, and lighting of a l…

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The annual Weeping Cherry Blossom Festival at the Echizen Pottery Village, featuring around 200 craft and food vendors!Enjoy two days packed with events like stage performances and a grand raffle.Enjoy the festivities under the cherry blossoms.Loca…

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The only existing castle tower in Hokuriku and cutting-edge technology (projection mapping) are fused together to present the charm of Maruoka Castle in a new way.Beginning with a countdown of illustrations of military commanders related to Maruoka…

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Underwater fireworks, a specialty of Mikuni Hanabi, is a challenging method of throwing lit firework balls into the sea. The beautiful semicircle projected from the surface of the water is a must-see.Date：August 11, 2025 (Monday, national holiday)…

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The Fukui Phoenix Festival began in 1954, wishing for "the joy of recovery and further development" after overcoming disasters such as war, earthquake, and floods.In 2025, the festival will be held mainly over three days from August 1 to …

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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…

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SUMMER FESTA MIHAMA 2025 will be held at Mihama Sports Park on Saturday, July 26.There will be a main stage with idols and bands, gourmet food from kitchen cars and tents, tuk-tuks, a kids' area, camp sites (reservations required), fireworks, a…

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Tsuruga, the City of Bright KagayakiThe night is set against the backdrop of the scenic "Kebi no Matsubara". Vivid lanterns are floated on the surface of the sea to the accompaniment of Buddhist chanting, creating an awe-inspiring atmosph…

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Why don't you float lanterns in Eiheiji-cho to express your gratitude, memorial services, and various wishes and thoughts?Eiheiji-cho Daitoronagashi" is a summer event that marks the end of summer in Eiheiji-cho.Lanterns from all over the …

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This long event, held from late June to early August each year, attracts many visitors who come to catch a glimpse of the lotus flowers in full bloom in the park. During this period, there are many lotus-themed events. Zobana CupThe elephant n…

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Otaiko Hibike is one of Japan’s largest festivals dedicated to taiko drumming. Every August, the outdoor recreation facility Otaiko Hills hosts exciting drumming performances, for an hours-long outdoor music festival. Some are by various loca…

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A festival themed on "stars" will be held in Natasho, where the starry sky is beautiful.This year will be the 31st year of the festival, which will feature live performances by artists, a pine tree raising ceremony, a fireworks display, a…

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Mikuni Minato prospered as a port of call for Kitamae-bune (Kitamaebune) ships, and even today it retains the emotional atmosphere of the old days.The Mikuni Minato Obi-no-Machi Nagashi," in which dancers dance through the town to the sounds o…

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Hometown FestivalDateAugust 14, 2025 (Thursday) 16:00-21:00Friday, August 15, 202516:00-21:00Cancelled in case of rainVenueTakefu Central Park, Echizen City ( 2 Takase-cho, Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture )Schedule *2024DateContentsTimeAugust 14Samb…

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The "Wakasa Takahama Fireworks Festival" attracts many spectators every year as a summer tradition in Wakasa Takahama.The 4-kilometer-long coastline serves as spectator seating, allowing visitors to sit on the sandy beach and enjoy the fi…

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