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*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…

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The Castle Festival is an annual event held on May 2nd and 3rd at Obama Shrine, on the grounds of the Obama Castle Site, which enshrines Lord Tadakatsu Sakai, the feudal lord of Wakasa Province.The festival features a grand drum performance, b…

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The Mizuumi Dengaku and Noh Dances, said to have been passed down since the Kamakura period of 1185-1333, has been preserved in this region for approximately 800 years.It is said to have begun when Hojo Tokiyori, the shikken (regent) of the Kamakur…

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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…

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This is the first fireworks festival held in Fukui Prefecture, heralding the start of summer in Echizen. Set against the backdrop of Echizen Fishing Port, the fireworks are launched from the vast expanse of the sea with the mountain range stretchin…

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To coincide with the Daffodil Festival, Echizen Town will hold the "Daffodil & Crab Fair" at Michi no Eki Roadside Station Echizen.In addition to the charm of Echizen Daffodils, including gifts of Echizen Daffodils, there will also be…

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What is Hinamatsuri?The Japanese Doll Festival, or Girls' Day, is held on March 3 every year. Platforms covered with a red carpet are used to display a set of ornamental dolls representing the Emperor, Empress, attendants, and musicians in trad…

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*Please note that the details below refer to the 2025 edition of the event. The event is held regularly; details on the next edition to come soon.The OBOROCK TSURUGA MUSIC FESTIVAL will be held again this year in the Kanegasaki area of the port cit…

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Two days to discover contemporary crafts!!⁡ Exhibitions, market, workshops. ⁡A festival of craftsmanship where you can meet artisans and their skillsOver 100 artisans from across Japan—including traditional craftsmen and craft artists—g…

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Let's walk through WakasaDiscover the nature and history woven by waters of five shades of blueThe town of Wakasa is located in southern Fukui Prefecture,close to Shiga and Kyoto, and has long supported the food culture of the old capital.Here,…

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The festival events begin with a dance offering performed by geisha. Three floats then parade through the Awara Onsen hot spring town: a giant doll float, a float decorated with cherry blossoms, and a float with a large drum being beaten. Geisha ri…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

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

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…

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This event features local communities and organizations opening soba noodle shops, allowing visitors to enjoy a variety of unique soba flavors. In addition to soba shops, booths selling local specialty products will also be set up. Held in the hist…

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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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The annual Ikeda Grand Festival held at Suwaazuki Shrine, the local shrine of Ikeda, takes place over three days from June 9th to 11th each year.The festival begins with the Eve Festival, featuring a dedication of the Urayasu Dance by local childre…

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A total of approximately 2,000 pinwheels are installed from the entrance all the way into the grounds. Visitors are captivated by the soothing sound of the pinwheels turning and the vibrant scenery. Why not snap a memorable photo in front of these …

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Starting September 1, bottom trawling season opens in Echizen Town, marking the time of year when the town catches the most fish.And during this time, the "Echizen Fish Festival," one of Fukui Prefecture's largest fish-themed events, …

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*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…

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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…

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