Majestic mountain vistas, breathtaking coastal views, and an ambience woven by history and the four seasons -- here you can enjoy the varied flavors of the changing seasons amid historical townscapes. You'll find many things to see, along with convenient access. We welcome you to Chubu, where you're sure to have a thrilling trip!
Fukui
Natural Scenery of the Sea and Mountains, with the Allure of Free Seafood Delights
Fukui Prefecture is graced with natural scenery formed by the mountains and the sea, including the scenic beauty of Echizen and the Wakasa coastline. The prefecture also has many cultural facilities and historically important sites, with tasty seafood offering an additional attraction, especially the area's renowned Echizen snow crab.
Major specialty products : Echizen snow crab, Echizen oroshi soba noodles, Echizen bamboo dolls, pink shrimp
Number one in Japan for : Production of eyewear frames, production of traditional tesuki washi paper, production of decorative cords for traditional gifts, discovery of dinosaur fossils
Sightseeing destinations : Fukui Prefectural Tourism Federation
Akagurizaki Auto Campground
This is a campground where you can wake up with the sound of the sea and enjoy a barbeque under the starry sky in front of the beautiful Wakasa Bay. There are large 80 sections of auto campgrounds available. There are...
Kinoko-no-Mori
Kinoko-no-Mori is a mushroom theme park that anyone from children to adults can enjoy. It is surrounded by great nature which changes its expression each season. In the Kid's Ski Slope area, kids can play in the 460m ...
Underwater Tug-of-War
This is a traditional event that has been conducted for the past 300 years, and is designated as a national intangible cultural asset. The event is held on the 3rd Sunday of January, in the middle of winter. It is a m...
Suishohama Bathing Beach
This is a bathing beach that sea bathing tourists from within and outside Fukui prefecture visit. The beach is characterized by its powder-like, sparkling white sand. People who enjoy marine sports, such as wind surf...
Tsuruga Tunnel Hot Springs
This hot springs sprang when digging the ground in order to construct Hokuriku Tunnel for the JR Hokuriku Honsen Line. Since it is located on a hill, visitors can enjoy a full view of the three greatest pine groves of...