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Eiheiji Floating Lantern Festival

Each August, the Eiheiji Floating Lantern Festival serves as a memorial to those who have passed away: summer in Japan brings O-bon, when the souls of the dead come closest to the world of the living. The evening begins with the reading of a Buddhi…

  • Eiheiji, Okuetsu
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Eiheiji Floating Lantern Festival

Fukui Cherry Blossom Festival

Saturday, March 21, 2026 – Sunday, April 5, 2026; Sunday, April 12, 2026*The festival period has been extended based on the expected blooming dates. Please check the schedule before visiting, as there have been some changes to the event …

  • Awara,Sakai,Fukui
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Fukui Cherry Blossom Festival

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
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Firefly Village

Kono Summer Festival

The Kono Summer Festival is held at Kaburaki Beach every July. Vibrant fireworks—approximately 5,600 shots—are launched against the backdrop of the sea, and the dynamic sound echoing off the mountains behind is truly spectacular.

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Kono Summer Festival

Omizu-Okuri "Water-Sending" Ritual

 The "Water Sending Ceremony," a ritual announcing spring in Wakasa held annually on March 2nd.On March 2, the Omizu-Okuri (lit. “water-sending”) ritual is held at Jinguji Temple, Obama City (Fukui). The event begins at 1…

  • Wakasa
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Omizu-Okuri

Tsuruga Port Illumination Miraie

We are hosting "Miraie," a winter tradition at Kanegasaki-Ryokuchi Park—a popular destination for everyone from children to adults and highly recommended for couples. Featuring over 600,000 LED bulbs, this is one of the largest ligh…

  • Wakasa
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Tsuruga Port Illumination Miraie

Maruoka Castle Projection Mapping Night "Hikari Musubi"

The only surviving castle keep in the Hokuriku region fuses with cutting-edge technology (projection mapping) to showcase Maruoka Castle's new appeal.Starting with a countdown display featuring illustrations of warriors associated with Maruoka …

  • Awara,Sakai,Fukui
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Maruoka Castle Projection Mapping Night

Mikuni Fireworks Festival

Every August, the Mikuni Fireworks Festival is held at Mikuni Sunset Beach. The show features a wide variety of styles of fireworks, including its trademark: fireworks that explode from the sea surface. The beach is a short walk from the closest tr…

  • Awara,Sakai,Fukui
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Mikuni Fireworks Festival

Lotus Festival

Held annually from late June to early August, this long-running event draws crowds eager to catch a glimpse of the lotus flowers blooming throughout Hanahasu Park. The period is packed with lotus-themed events.*Please note that the dates below…

  • Tannan
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Lotus Festival

Fukui Phoenix Festival

The Fukui Phoenix Festival began in 1954 to celebrate overcoming disasters such as war damage, earthquakes, and floods, and to wish for "the joy of reconstruction and further development."*Please note that the information below refers to …

  • Awara,Sakai,Fukui
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Fukui Phoenix Festival

Echizen Pottery Village Weeping Cherry Blossom Festival

The Echizen Pottery Village Weeping Cherry Blossom Festival, featuring over 100 craft and food vendors!Enjoy the festivities under the cherry blossoms.Dates: Saturday, April 11 and Sunday, April 12, 2026 Location: Echizen Pottery Village …

  • Tannan
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Echizen Pottery Village Weeping Cherry Blossom Festival

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
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Nishiyama Park Illumination

Floating Lanterns and Fireworks Show

*Please note that the details below refer to the 2025 edition of the event. The event is held every year in August; details on the next edition to come soon."The Shining City of Tsuruga"A night unfolding against the backdrop of the scenic…

  • Wakasa
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Floating Lanterns and Fireworks Show

Yuri-no-Sato Park Illumination

Year-round light-up and projection mapping at Yuri-no-Sato Park.Visitors are delighted by various displays, including projection mapping onto the wall fountain, a tunnel of light, pipes that change through seven colors, and large deer lighting. Add…

  • Awara,Sakai,Fukui
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Yuri-no-Sato Park Illumination

Echizen City Summer Festival

Hometown FestivalDate *Please note that the dates below refer to the 2025 edition of the eventThursday, August 14, 2025, 4:00 PM to 9:00 PMFriday, August 15, 2025,4:00 PM - 9:00 PM*Cancelled in case of rainVenueTakefu Central Park, Echizen City (Fu…

  • Tannan
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Echizen City Summer Festival

Otaiko Hibike Taiko Drumming Festival

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…

  • Tannan
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Otaiko Hibike Taiko Drumming Festival

Summer Festa Mihama

*Please note that the details below refer to the 2025 edition of the event. The event is held every year; details about the next edition coming soon.Summer Festa Mihama 2025 will be held at Mihama Town General Sports Park on Saturday, July 26.Featu…

  • Wakasa
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Summer Festa Mihama

Wakasa Takahama Fireworks Festival

The Wakasa Takahama Fireworks Festival, a summer tradition in Wakasa Takahama, draws many visitors every year.The entire 4-kilometer coastline serves as a viewing area, allowing visitors to relax on the sandy beach and enjoy the fireworks from anyw…

  • Wakasa
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Wakasa Takahama Fireworks Festival

Natasho Star Fiesta

A star-themed festival is held every August in the beautiful starlit village of Natasho.*Please note that the details below refer to the 2024 edition of the event. The festival is held every year; details on the next edition soon to come.Now in its…

  • Wakasa
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Natasho Star Fiesta

Mikuni Minato Obi no Machi Nagashi

Mikuni Port flourished as a port of call for Kitamae ships ーmerchant ships from roughly the 18th to 19th centuries (Edo to Meiji period, 1603–1912) that sailed the Sea of Japan, connecting ports from Osaka to Hokkaido and transporting goods …

  • Awara,Sakai,Fukui
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Mikuni Minato Obi no Machi Nagashi
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