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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
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
Omizu-Okuri "Water-Sending" Ritual
On March 2, the Omizu-Okuri (lit. “water-sending”) ritual is held at Jinguji Temple, Obama City (Fukui). The event begins at 11:00 a.m., with religious rites to prepare. The Omizu-Okuri ritual itself starts at 6:00 p.m., and includes a …
- Wakasa
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
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
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
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
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
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.
- Tannan
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
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
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
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
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
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
Echizen Pottery Village Weeping Cherry Blossom Festival
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…
- Tannan
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
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
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
Wakafes
Organized by the local volunteer-led "Wakafes Executive Committee," the event, held every October at Jomon Roman Park, features stage events, hands-on activities, and vendor booths, with the Wakasa East Chamber of Commerce Youth Division …
- Wakasa
