2026 Echizen Town Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in January)

This location is very popular for a driving course that offers great views of the incredible rocky cliffs, beaches draw many visitors from other prefectures for swimming. The best place to appreciate it is Echizen Cape Observation Deck. This deck is located on the top of the hill which faces Echizen Beach. This is also a popular destination for the beautiful views of the many daffodils that grow there. Climb the hill a bit and you’ll find a walking path with an incredible view of fields of Echizen daffodils. It is less touristry which made the place quiet and calm. Its a good opportunity to relax and unwind here and I felt being rewarded by the refreshing view of the green hill and the clear blue water of Japan Sea. It was just wonderful! #givethanks #givethanks

Kochomon, located in Echizen Town, Fukui Prefecture, is a gigantic sea cave carved out over many years by the rough waves of the Sea of ​​Japan. The arch-shaped rock formations carved by nature tower like a gate, making it a popular scenic spot known for its power and beauty. A road once ran through the cave, but it is now closed to traffic and has been developed into a promenade. Walking through the cave, the sound of the waves crashing against the rock surface reverberates, making you feel as if you've been sucked into nature. From the observation deck, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the dynamic scenery created by the blue waters of the Sea of ​​Japan and the strangely shaped rock formations. At dusk, the Kochomon Gate shines golden in the setting sun, making for an especially photogenic spot. It's also a popular stop-off point during drives, where you can also enjoy local seafood at the adjacent roadside station. 📌 Useful Information Address: Umeura, Echizen-cho, Nyu-gun, Fukui Prefecture, 916-0311 Access: Approximately 50 minutes by car from Tsuruga IC on the Hokuriku Expressway / Approximately 40 minutes from Takefu IC Parking: Available (Free) Admission Fee: Free Duration: Approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour Recommended Season: Year-round (especially on clear days and in the evening) Kidorimon Gate, a work of art on the Echizen Coast born from the power of nature. Feel the sea breeze and gaze upon the magnificent rock gate. #KidorimonGate #EchizenTown #FukuiTourism #StrangeRocks #ScenicSpots #JapanSeaDrive #NaturalBeauty #SunsetSpots #RoadsideEchizenStation #FukuiTrip #ZeroYenTravel2025Autumn

[Enjoy Echizen crab at a traditional restaurant] A luxurious moment in winter in Fukui 🦀✨ When you think of winter in Fukui, it's definitely "Echizen crab"! The time to enjoy a real brand crab with a yellow tag at a prestigious traditional restaurant is truly blissful. At "Yanagicho", they serve over 1kg of boiled crab at the perfect timing, at "Raden" the Seikogani bowl is popular, and at "Kanikanitei" you can enjoy it in a variety of ways, such as grilled, sashimi, and shabu-shabu 🦀🔥 When you actually visit, you'll be impressed by the sweetness and aroma of the crab! Whether you want to spend a luxurious time with your partner or savor the food by yourself, this is the perfect reward trip💑🧍♂️ [Access] It is within walking distance of restaurants around Fukui Station (Yanagicho, Raden, etc.)🚶♀️ It is about 40 minutes by car to Kani Kanitei on the Echizen coast🚗 [Price guide] Lunch: from 5,000 yen, Dinner: from 10,000 yen (market price applies) Domestic travel #couple trip #solo trip #absolutely free trip #Fukui trip #Echizen crab #crab dishes #restaurant gourmet #winter flavors #luxury trip #Fukui gourmet

#cityplaybook Fukui is a hidden gem where coastal beauty and historical charm come together. Whether you’re into scenic walks or cultural exploration, this quiet corner of Japan has plenty to offer. I started the day at Hokojima, a small island known for its peaceful vibes and incredible ocean views. Watching the waves crash against the rocks felt like a mini reset. Next up was the stunning Echizen-kaigan Coast. The rugged shoreline, shaped by time and wind, offers breathtaking landscapes perfect for a slow stroll or some quiet reflection. To wrap up the day, I explored the Fukui Castle Ruins. Though only parts of the original castle remain, the stone walls and moat still tell stories of the past—and the view from the top is lovely. Why I recommend Fukui: ・It’s a perfect blend of natural beauty and historical sites ・Peaceful, uncrowded, and ideal for a relaxing day trip 📍Fukui City, Fukui Prefecture, Japan #FukuiTrip #HiddenJapan #NatureAndHistory #EchizenCoast #FukuiCastle #OffTheBeatenPath #CityPlaybook #ExploreJapan

| A Marine Wonder in Fukui, Japan. Located in the northeast of Fukui Prefecture, Japan, Echizen Coast is known for its stunning coastline, clear waters, and unique rock formations. It's a great place for ocean adventures and seafood, and it retains a strong sense of history and culture. Whether you want to enjoy the beach in the sun or savor life in a quiet seaside town, Echizen Coast has something for you. 🌊🌅 👍 Recommended Reasons 🔹 Natural Scenery: Echizen Coast is famous for its unique coastline and rich marine topography, with rocks, sea caves, and beaches forming a picturesque attraction. 🔹 Fresh Seafood: Echizen Coast is especially famous for its seafood, especially Echizen crab. During crab season, tourists flock to taste it. 🦀 🔹 Rich Cultural Atmosphere: With a long-standing fishing culture, the fishermen in the town have preserved traditional fishing techniques, allowing you to experience the simple lifestyle here. 🔹 Rich Outdoor Activities: Whether snorkeling, kayaking, or hiking along the coast, Echizen Coast's natural scenery provides the best backdrop for these activities. 🚶‍♂️ 📅 Travel Guide 📍 Must-Visit Attractions 🔸 Echizen Cape 🏖️ • The Echizen Cape Lighthouse is a famous maritime guide, and standing on the cape, you can overlook the beautiful scene where the blue sea meets the blue sky. 🔸 Tojinbo Coast 🏝️ • This coast is famous for its steep rocky cliffs, making it a great place for sea adventures, especially for hiking and nature photography enthusiasts. 🔸 Echizen Underwater Shrine ⛩️ • The Echizen Underwater Shrine is a small shrine by the sea, with a history dating back hundreds of years. Visiting here allows you to experience coastal culture and the tranquil shrine atmosphere. 🔸 Echizen Echizen Village 🏯 • This small village retains traditional fishing village architecture and old-fashioned fishing boats, making it a great place to experience the fisherman's life. 🔸 Echizen Coast Marine Museum 🦑 • The museum showcases a wealth of marine life and fishing history, making it an ideal place to learn about Echizen Coast and its natural resources. 🚗 Transportation Guide 🚆 How to Get There: • From Fukui City: Take the JR Fukui Line to the Echizen Coast area, about an hour's drive. • From Kyoto, Osaka: Take the JR Shinkansen to Fukui, then transfer to a local train. 🚗 Self-Driving Recommendation: • There are many great self-driving routes along the Echizen Coast, especially along the coastal highway. If you enjoy road trips, this is the perfect choice. 💗 Other Tips ✔ Best Travel Season: • Summer (July-August) is the peak season for Echizen Coast, ideal for swimming and beach activities. • Autumn and winter (September-December) are the harvest seasons for Echizen crab, a must-try for seafood lovers! ✔ Seafood Delicacies: • Echizen crab, crab, sea urchin, seafood rice bowl, and other authentic seafood delicacies will satisfy your taste buds. Echizen crab is especially recommended for its delicious meat, loved by tourists! 🦀🍣 ✔ Accommodation Recommendation: • Echizen Coast has many hot spring inns and sea view hotels. Sea view hot spring hotels are recommended, where you can enjoy the beautiful sea view while soaking in the hot spring. 🌊♨️ 🌍 Summary Echizen Coast is a travel destination that perfectly combines natural scenery, marine activities, and food culture. Its magnificent coast, abundant seafood, long history, and rich outdoor activities will give you an unforgettable travel experience. 🚤🌅 If you long for the tranquility and beauty of nature, Echizen Coast is an ideal destination.

#DomesticTravelRecord I wanted to eat crab at the end of the year, so I went to Echizen in Fukui Prefecture to eat crab. I went for the first time last year, and it was so delicious that I went again this year. The Echizen crab tag adds a touch of luxury, and the meat and roe from the fine crab are amazing. The crab miso, white rice, and miso soup that I had at the end were the perfect combination. Apart from the crab, the sashimi, fried food, and seiko crab were all delicious. Because it was in the Hokuriku region, we were able to see snow, so it really felt like winter.

#0yentripnovember Ryori Ryokan Heisei Breakfast and dinner are included in a warm seafood restaurant overlooking the sea. There is a spacious lounge and barbecue area, as well as a natural hot spring bath with an ocean view. The crab is delicious and you can eat a lot of it. Address: 27-2-1 Takasa, Echizen-cho, Nyu-gun, Fukui Prefecture, 916-0425

📍Menbo Shingetsu-tei A long-established restaurant! They have a variety of menu items, but when you think of Fukui, you think of grated daikon soba! The tangy taste of the spicy daikon radish and the delicious aroma of the broth are sure to whet your appetite! The flat, thick noodles are satisfying to eat. Recommended for those who want to enjoy the aroma of soba✨ [INFORMATION] Menbo Shingetsu-tei 📮916-0147 14-21 Uchigun, Echizen-cho, Nyu-gun, Fukui Prefecture 🕐11:00-14:30 17:00-21:00 🚗Free parking available #0 Yen Travel Autumn

I went to "#SeafoodEchizen" in #Echizencho, #FukuiPrefecture (((((((っ･ω･)っ You can eat fresh seafood at a fisherman's shop in Echizen Port (〃艸〃)♡ There are big windows in the shop, so you can eat while looking at Echizen Port ✿ﾟ❀.(*´▽`*)❀.ﾟ✿ I ordered the #OtsukuriCSetMeal large serving of rice (人 •͈ᴗ•͈) A set with 5 kinds of sashimi, shrimp, fish, and vegetable tempura, and a large serving of rice is free (๑⃙⃘´༥`๑⃙⃘) Personally, the octopus sashimi was especially delicious (*´ч ` *) It's crunchy and chewy ∑d(≧▽≦*) The other sashimi was also plump and delicious Ψ( 'ч'♡ ) The white fish tempura was also light, but had a strong fish flavor ♡ ｷｬｯ(∀〃(〃∀)ｷｬﾂ♡ 🐟Menu🐟 Sashimi C set meal: 2750 yen Large serving of rice: Free 🏍Seafood Restaurant Echizen🏍 Address: 3-81 Kojaku, Echizen-cho, Nyugun, Fukui Prefecture Opening hours: 10:30-17:00 Closed: Tuesdays #100 Travel Style #Connect with people who like bikes #Connect with people who like lunch #Connect with people who like food #Fukui lunch #Fukui lunch tour #Fukui gourmet #Fukui gourmet tour #Echizen-cho lunch #Echizen-cho lunch tour #Echizen-cho gourmet #Echizen-cho gourmet tour #FukuiTouring #LunchDiary #GourmetTour #GourmetRecord #Gourmet #LunchTime #LunchTour #LunchTourClub #GourmetTouring #GourmetTour #GourmetClub #ShinobiChan

Located in Echizen-cho, Nibu-gun. Opened on July 15, 2000. In the museum, you can learn about the entire ecology of the "Echizen crab", watch three-dimensional images that reproduce the conditions in the sea, and of course, you can also taste delicious crabs in the attached restaurant. The most famous crab here is the red crab. We visited the Echizen Crab Museum, which introduced which waters can be used to catch crabs. There is also a simulation game on how to catch crabs, which is suitable for a family visit. The exterior of the museum is themed on the "Echizen crab". The dome of the three-story building in the middle is a crab shell, and the two-story square buildings on both sides symbolize crab legs. In the dome building, the third floor is set as land, the second floor is at a depth of 100 meters, the middle two floors are at a depth of 200 meters, and the first floor is at a depth of 300 meters on the seabed. The visiting order is from the 3rd floor to the 1st floor. It is highly recommended, especially if you like crabs, the price is very cheap.

📍 Kani Kanitei Main Branch, Fukui A recommended restaurant where you can eat exquisite seafood dishes♡ The restaurant has a stylish and luxurious atmosphere🫣The sashimi platter includes about 10 types of fresh sashimi, all of which are really delicious, so you can't go wrong by ordering this😋 If you add a rice set, you can have as much rice and miso soup as you want🍚 And my top recommendation is the "Gama shrimp sashimi". Gama shrimp (Echizen shrimp) are said to be a mythical shrimp, and are even sweeter than sweet shrimp and are super delicious🦐🤍🤍 1,800 yen for 14 shrimp is an incredible deal🤣🤣🤣💛💛 I wonder if I could double it? It's so good that I think!! Apparently, the fishing season for Gama shrimp is suspended in July and August, and they are frozen, so if you go by June or from September, you can get fresh shrimp caught that day 🦐 I went just before the deadline on June 30th, so I was told I was lucky 💛 I plan to go back to this restaurant again to eat these shrimp 😘 I also want to eat crab, so maybe next time will be in winter 🦀 Add some excitement to your daily life: 🌙 　📍 Kani Kanitei Main Branch, Fukui 📮 62-27 Umeura, Echizen-cho, Nyu-gun, Fukui Prefecture 🕚 11:00-17:00 #Traveling with Me #Fukui Gourmet #Fukui Tourism #Fukui Trip #Fukui #Gourmet

Located in the central part of Japan, the Echizen Coast of Fukui Prefecture is lined with many daffodils standing tall. During the snowy winter season, it is the flowering period for the white daffodils, earning Fukui the nickname 'The Land of Daffodils'. The daffodil seascape blooming resolutely beside the cliffs attracts many flower enthusiasts every year. Over 60 hectares of daffodil clusters grow along the coast, with the surging waves hitting the majestic rocky cliffs. However, the daffodils stand firm against the sea breeze, which only serves to spread their fragrance further and wider. On a clear day, not only can you enjoy the sea and flowers simultaneously, but you can also watch the sunset at Echizen's Cap, one of Japan's top 100 sunset spots. This triple feast for the eyes, ears, and nose can be enjoyed all at once.

I went to "#Soba cafe Maruta-ya" in #Echizen-cho, #Fukui Prefecture ((((((っ･ω･)っ A stylish cafe along the Sea of ​​Japan✿ﾟ❀.(*´▽`*)❀.ﾟ✿ You can enjoy a relaxing time with a view of the Sea of ​​Japan from the terrace seats٩(๑❛ᴗ❛๑)۶ All the pottery is Echizen-yaki, the soba is Echizen soba, and the ingredients are from Fukui Prefecture, so it seems that the menu is all made with products from Fukui d(＞∀＜)b #maruta-ya a set meal ・Grated radish soba (cold) ・Mini chicken sauce cutlet don ・Whole peach cake ・Homemade lemonade I ordered a set (o･ω-人) The refreshing soba noodles and the spicy taste of grated radish are deliciousΨ( 'ч'♡ ) The perfect food for the hot season~(´∀｀~)sizzle The chicken cutlet is crispy and the sauce is delicious(ˊo̴̶̷̤ ̫ o̴̶̷̤ˋ)♡ The peach cake is a roll cake with a whole peach on top♡Kyaa(∀〃(〃∀)Kyaa♡ 🏖Menu🏖 Maruta-ya A set meal: 1720 yen Whole peach cake: +300 yen 🏍Soba cafe Maruta-ya🏍 Address: 114-1 Umeura, Echizen-cho, Nyu-gun, Fukui Prefecture Opening hours: Weekdays 11:00~until the sun sets Weekends 10:00~until the sun sets Closed: Mondays, Tuesdays #Travelingwithme #Shinobi-chan

I went to the "echizen logo object" in Echizen Town, Fukui Prefecture ((((((っ･ω･)っ I went on a tour of Fukui with the group I belong to, #nyc٩(๑❛ᴗ❛๑)۶ There was a memorial service in the morning, so we took the highway and met up along the way (っ'ヮ'c)＜Kiiiiiiiiiiiitaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! It's on the grounds of the roadside station "Echizen," but it's set up by the sea, so you can take great photos with the sea and blue sky in the background/📷\v・)Snap It was a bit cloudy this time (；-_-) It would look great with the sunset in the background✿ﾟ❀.(*´▽`*)❀.ﾟ✿ 🏍ECHIZEN Logo object🏍 Address: 71-334 Churi, Echizen-cho, Nyu-gun, Fukui Prefecture Opening hours: 24 hours #Shinobi-chan

#tripmemory2022 1. Address: 120-61 Ozohara, Echizen-cho, Nyu-gun, Fukui Prefecture Recommended points: A fantastic space of light created by Echizen ware "Toakari". 4,000 handmade Toakari lights brightly decorate the Japanese garden. A world that can only be seen at the Ceramic Art Village. Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️