Model Itineraries in Fukui

A full-day course enjoying Kehi Pine Beach (open July 18 to August 16, 2026, 8 AM to 4 PM) in Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture. Morning starts with prayers at Kehi Shrine, then early lunch at Nippon-kai Sakanagai where Japan Sea seafood is displayed. After eating, visit the red brick warehouses recreating historic Tsuruga harbor streets. The climax is afternoon at Kehi Pine Beach, adjacent to "Kehi Pine Forest," one of Japan's three great pine forests and a designated scenic spot. Beautiful contrast between green pine forest and blue sandy beach; shaded pine groves provide perfect rest spots. Water play equipment for children makes it safe for small children. Swimming is free; parking (700 spaces) costs 1,000 yen weekdays, 2,000 yen weekends/holidays/Obon. Enjoy water and sand play until 4 PM closing while resting in pine shade. Why not head to Tsuruga beach with swimwear and towel?

A one-day course to fully enjoy the opening day of "Obama Houjousai" (September 19-20, 2026, Hachiman Shrine vicinity, Obama City, Fukui Prefecture), a signature autumn festival of the Wakasa region. During the day, walk through the historic streetscape of the Important Traditional Wooden Building Preservation District in Obama Nishi-gumi, experience history at Obama Castle ruins and Jinguji Temple, and enjoy fresh seafood at Wakasa Fishermen's Wharf. In the evening, enjoy an early dinner in the city center, then head to Hachiman Shrine at 5 PM. Experience the festive energy of this vibrant celebration that showcases the autumn beauty of Wakasa with its decorated floats.

A 1-day course to fully enjoy the opening day of the "Tsuruga Festival" (September 2-5, 2026, around Kehi Shrine in Tsuruga, Fukui Prefecture), a 4-day festival centered on Kehi Shrine, a renowned shrine in Hokuriku. Spend your morning bathed in sea breezes at Kehi no Matsubara, one of Japan's three most famous pine forests, learn about the port town's history at the Tsuruga Red Brick Warehouse and Tsuruga Museum, and enjoy a quiet moment at Kanazaki Shrine. In the early evening, have an early dinner in the downtown area, then head to Kehi Shrine at 5 p.m. Experience the vibrant energy of Tsuruga's autumn festival with floats and portable shrines parading through the streets with your family.

A 1-day course centered around the Great Lantern Floating Festival (August 22, 2026, Matsuoka area, Kukuryu River) held in Eiheiji Town, known as the gateway town to Soto Zen Buddhism's Grand Head Temple Eiheiji. Spend your morning touring the solemn temple grounds of Eiheiji, visiting soba restaurants and shops along the shopping street, and experiencing traditional crafts at the Echizen Bamboo Doll Village. In the late afternoon, enjoy an early dinner at Matsuoka before heading to the riverbank at 5 p.m. Witness the magical summer evening as lantern lights float across the dusk-lit river with your family.

A full-day course to fully enjoy the first day of the 'Hometown Festival' celebrating Echizen City's summer (August 14-15, 2026, Fukui Prefecture Echizen City, Takeo Central Park). Spend the afternoon relaxing in the garden associated with Murasaki Shikibu, stroll through the historic streets of Kura-no-Tsuji, and experience the craftsmanship of Echizen artisans at Takefu Knife Village. After an early dinner near Takeo Station, head to Takeo Central Park at 5 PM. Enjoy the summer climax of Echizen City with fireworks and entertainment with your family.

A one-day course to fully enjoy the first day of "Ono Castle Festival" (August 13-16, 2026, Nakaho and Rokken Street, Ono City, Fukui Prefecture), where Bon Odori dancing continues late into the night in this castle town known for its pure waters. In the daytime, gaze up at Echizen Ono Castle, known as the "Castle in the Sky," cool off at Gomizu Spring (Japan's 100 Best Waters), and enjoy shopping that reflects the castle town's character at Shichiken Morning Market Street. In the evening, have an early dinner in the city center, then at 7 PM, head to Rokken Street where dancing circles form under lantern-lit skies. Experience Ono's summer night as a family, immersed in the castle town's serene atmosphere.

A full-day course to experience the first day of the "Echizen Asakura Sengoku Festival" (August 22-23, 2026, Kidouchi Town, Fukui City) held at Ichijodani Asakura Clan Ruins, a nationally designated Special Historic Site where the feudal lord Asakura clan built a castle town over five generations. In the afternoon, experience Sengoku-era life in the restored street, listen to the cool waters of Ichijo Falls, and learn the ruins' full story at the museum. Enjoy an early dinner at the roadside station, then at 5 PM, experience the festival's full excitement. Spend a summer night at Ichijodani immersed in the heat of a Sengoku epic with your family.

Experience the full day of the first day of "Awara Yu-Kake Festival" (August 8-9, 2026, Awara City, Awara Yunomachi Station / Yunomachi Square), the traditional summer event of Awara Onsen where people in yukata splash hot spring water on each other. Spend the afternoon enjoying the greenery and views at Ippon Matsu Park, taking a waterside walk at Kitakata Lake Park, and soothing your travel fatigue with foot bath tours in the hot spring town. In the evening, have an early dinner at Yukemuri Yokocho, then head to Yunomachi Square at 5 PM. Experience the steaming hot spring town coming together in excitement on this summer evening.

This is a full-day course to enjoy the opening day of the Fukui Phoenix Festival (July 31 – August 2, 2026, Fukui City, around Fukui Station), Fukui's signature summer festival where the major avenues around Fukui Station fill with group dance and excitement. Spend the daytime walking past the moats and gates of Fukui Castle Ruins, immersing yourself in the serenity of Yohokan, the daimyo garden, and enjoying the lush greenery and views of Asuwayama Park. In the evening, have an early dinner at Hapirin in front of the station, then at 5 PM head to the venue centered on Electric Train Street. Riding the rhythm of drums and music, the entire street becomes filled with the heat of dance – the climax of Fukui's summer.

A full-day course centered around the Katsuyama Fireworks Festival (Katsuyama Cooling Festival) held on August 14, 2026 (Friday) starting at 7:30 PM at Bentenryokuchi Park (Katsuyama Bridge area) in Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture. In the morning, enjoy fossils and skeletal specimens at the Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum, one of the world's three major dinosaur museums, and visit Heisenzenji Hakusan Shrine with its fantastical moss-covered path. In the afternoon, savor local cuisine at Michi no Eki Dinosaur Gorge Katsuyama, and have an early dinner in the shopping district in central Katsuyama in the evening. As darkness falls, head to the venue on the banks of the Kuzu River and enjoy the fireworks lighting up the night sky. A perfect course for families to experience summer memories in Katsuyama, a town of dinosaurs and history.

A full-day course to enjoy Takahama Town, a beach resort facing Wakasa Bay, centered around the Wakasa Takahama Fireworks Festival, which will be held at 8 PM on August 1, 2026 (Saturday) on the eastern coast of Takahama (from Wakasa Wada Beach to Shiroyama Sea Bath). Grab a quick meal at a seaside roadside station for lunch, then enjoy swimming and beach activities at Wakasa Wada Beach in the afternoon, which has been selected as one of Japan's 88 Great Bathing Beaches. In the evening, view Meikyo-do, a natural rock formation, and enjoy panoramic views of Wakasa Bay from Shiroyama Park. The finale features approximately 4,000 fireworks that beautifully illuminate the night sky over Wakasa Bay, allowing you to fully experience the sea and nature. A perfect full-day plan for families who want to enjoy both sea bathing and spectacular scenery to the fullest.

A course to enjoy Obama City, long known as 'Woshoku Wakasa' (The Kitchen of Wakasa), centered on Wakasa Marine Pia 2026 held on August 1, 2026. Enjoy seafood at Wakasa Fisherman's Wharf for lunch, explore the charming Obama Nishi-gumi townscape retaining Edo period charm in the afternoon, and visit the National Treasure Myotsu-ji Temple. After dinner around Obama Bay in the evening, fireworks light up the night sky above the bay. An Obama-exclusive plan that generously enjoys the historic port town atmosphere and seaside fireworks.

Held on July 26, 2026 (Sunday) at 8 PM, this is a full day course centered around the Morita Fireworks (Morita Festival) launched from the Kuzuryu River riverbank in Fukui City, combining historic city strolls with spectacular fireworks. At midday, enjoy a walk through Fukui Station area while viewing dinosaur monuments, then experience the cool elegance of the Yohokukan Garden's strolling pond garden from the Edo period. Next, take a historic walk through Kitanosho Castle Ruins and Shibata Park, where warlord history comes alive. By evening, head to the venue area along the Kuzuryu River to purchase dinner and secure your seating, waiting for sunset. At 8 PM, approximately 3,000 fireworks light up the night sky, and the festival reaches its climax with the warm atmosphere unique to a community-rooted summer celebration. This is the definitive summer Fukui plan, offering the best of both Fukui's historic heritage and the riverside fireworks display. Please plan your movements with time to spare, as the venue area becomes crowded at night.

On July 25, 2026 (Saturday), this full-day course celebrates the Asahi Festival in Echizen Town, Fukui Prefecture, while fully enjoying the Echizen Coast area. At noon, visit the Michi no Eki Echizen where local cuisine is abundant and encounter Echizen crab and other seafood. Surrounded by the salty sea breeze unique to a port town overlooking the Japan Sea, enjoy a leisurely lunch. Next, move to the Echizen Matsushima Aquarium to enjoy fish swimming in crystal-clear tanks, dolphin shows, and interactions with penguins. The interior stays cool even in summer, making it a perfect rest spot on hot days. In the afternoon, drive along the Echizen Coast past dramatic cliffs and enjoy views of the Japan Sea stretching to the horizon. In the evening, gather dinner from stalls and nearby shops around the venue while securing your spot and waiting for dusk. At 7 PM, fireworks light the sky, and for about one hour until 8 PM, the night is colored with the warmth and charm of a locally-rooted summer festival. This is a plan unique to Echizen where you can indulge in greedily enjoying local seafood, the aquarium, and fireworks painting the night sky. Since the area becomes dark around the venue at night, try to arrive early.

This one-day course features the 'Sabae Municipal Pool,' which operates from July 31 (Friday) to August 31 (Monday) 2026. This summer marks its reopening, with a 25-meter pool, children's pool, straight slide, and water plaza creating a new hub for the community's summer activities. In the morning, explore Nishiyama Park, a beloved local gathering place, and enjoy a leisurely walk through the green gardens and ponds. Next, visit the Eyeglass Museum to discover Sabae's celebrated craftsmanship culture and view exhibits unique to this eyeglass town. After lunch, head to Sabae Municipal Pool. Swim in the 25-meter pool, play with small children in the children's pool, experience the thrill of the straight slide, and enjoy plenty of water activities until closing at 5 PM. The reasonable admission price (100 yen for ages 3 to high school, 200 yen for adults) is a bonus for families. Conveniently located near the city center and easily accessible by car, this course is ideal for planning a summer day outing.

A full-day course centered on Mizushima Island, a small island floating off Irohama in Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture. Mizushima Beach will be open from July 11, 2026 (Saturday) to August 30, 2026 (Sunday), with ferries also operating on September 5-6, 2026. This remote island, accessible only by ferry from Irohama, features cobalt-blue transparent waters and pristine white sand beaches resembling a tropical paradise. Begin your morning exploring Tsuruga's downtown. Visit Kehi Shrine, counted as one of Japan's three greatest torii gates, and stroll through Tsuruga Red Brick Warehouse that tells the history of this port town. For lunch, enjoy fresh seafood at Japan Sea Fish Market, then head toward Irohama via Kehi Pine Forest, one of Japan's three great pine groves. Board the ferry from Irohama Port to finally reach Mizushima Island. Without shops or showers—only basic toilets—the island maintains its pristine beauty. Prepare drinks and sun protection well, and enjoy the evening soaking in the sea and forgetting time on this remote sandy beach.

A full-day course centered on Shibamasa World Water Park, an outdoor leisure pool in Awara City, Fukui Prefecture, open from July 4 (Sat) to September 27 (Sun), 2026 (June 27-28 pre-opening). In the morning, leisurely view sculpture works in the forest at Kanazu Creative Forest, a lush art spot in Awara City. Then enjoy moving your body while feeling the lake breeze at Kitakataake Park on the shores of Lake Kitakataake. From noon, it's finally time for the water park! Enjoy floating in the wave pool and lazy river, and experience thrilling water slides until evening. The passport system allows unlimited access to attractions without additional charges after entry. Close to Awara Onsen, it's a popular summer destination for families in northern Fukui. Experience a summer day filled with dynamic splashes and cheers unique to Shibamasa World. With good highway access near Awara IC on the Hokuriku Expressway, it's also recommended for day trips from afar.

This is a one-day Obama course that features Wakasa Koigawa Seaside Park (open July 17 - August 30, 2026, 8 AM - 5 PM) and explores Wakasa's history and cuisine before enjoying the beach. In the morning, first stroll through Obama Nishi-gumi, a historic merchant district dating back to the Edo period, and encounter Wakasa specialties like grilled mackerel. Next, visit the Fukui Prefectural Wakasa History Museum to learn about Wakasa's food culture and history as the 'Mitsuke Country' and deepen your understanding of the region. For lunch, enjoy fresh seafood bowls and set meals at Wakasa Fisherman's Wharf near Obama Harbor, savoring the day's catch. After refueling, head to Wakasa Koigawa Seaside Park overlooking Wakasa Bay. The calm waters and spacious sandy beach offer changing rooms, showers, and parking for 700 vehicles—all family-friendly amenities. Swimming is free, and a paid BBQ area is available. In the afternoon, enjoy water play and sand play at the waves until 5 PM. This is a distinctly Obama summer day combining both history and beach activities.

A full-day course enjoying Wakasa Wada Beach (open July 11 to August 30, 2026) in Takahama Town, Fukui Prefecture. Morning starts with prayers at Nakayama Temple, beloved as a child-rearing Kannon, then Shiroyama Park at Takahama Castle ruins offers Wakasa Bay views. Lunch at Michi-no-Eki Seaside Takahama features local seafood and souvenir shopping. Afternoon brings the highlight - Wakasa Wada Beach. This Blue Flag-certified beach offers pristine sand and water with beach huts featuring showers, lockers, food service, rentals, and AED-equipped first aid station. Swimming is free; parking 1,500 yen. Enjoy water play and sand play through evening with family confidence and peace of mind.

A full-day course featuring Suisho Beach in Mihama Town, Fukui Prefecture, which operates from July 1 (Wed) to August 31 (Mon), 2026, from 8 AM to 5 PM. In the morning, first stop at Hinata Lake and take a moment to relax as a family while viewing the quiet lake surrounded by mountains. At noon, enjoy lunch at Michi-no-Eki Wakasa Mihama "Hamabiyori" using local Wakasa seafood and browse for souvenirs. Then head to Suisho Beach in the afternoon. As its name suggests, a crystal-clear, gently-sloping beach with white sand spreads out, renowned as one of the most beautiful beaches in Wakasa Bay. Swimming is free, and the beach is open until 5 PM. The parking lot has 2,000 spaces and costs 1,000 yen on weekdays and 2,000 yen on weekends, holidays, and Obon period. From the peaceful view at Hinata Lake, to meals and souvenir shopping at Hamabiyori, to swimming at Suisho Beach, this is a family trip where you can fully savor the nature of Mihama Town. Why not head to summer Wakasa with swimwear and towel in hand?

A full day course to enjoy the natural beauty and history of Echizen Oono, centered around the Oono Castle Festival Grand Fireworks Display held on Thursday, August 13, 2026. In the afternoon, climb to Echizen Oono Castle, known as the "Castle in the Sky," and take in panoramic views of the castle town streets and surrounding mountains from all four directions. In the afternoon, stroll through the spring water spots and streets of the castle town, experiencing Fukui's food culture. In the evening, secure your spot along the Kuzuryu River while enjoying an early meal, and at night, watch about 3,000 fireworks spread across the sky from the Nakaho launch venue. This full day course creates summer memories through the resonant sound unique to a basin surrounded by mountains, and the grand fireworks blooming in the summer night sky.

A full-day course to enjoy the sea and nature of Ooi Town, Fukui Prefecture, featuring the Wakasa Ooi Super Daikasei (Grand Fireworks) held on Saturday, September 5, 2026. Ooi Town, facing Wakasa Bay, is known for its beautiful rias coastline scenery and abundant seafood. In the daytime, savor local seafood cuisine at Michi-no-Eki Ooi and build excitement for your journey; in the afternoon, enjoy Wakasa's sea at the seaside park area of Uminnpia Ooi. In the evening, secure a viewing spot near the venue and wait for the show to begin. As darkness falls, spectacular fireworks launched from offshore Wakasa Bay will illuminate the night sky. This is a special one-day course to enjoy both the sea and fireworks, unique to early autumn in Wakasa.

A full-day course featuring the Fukui Phoenix Fireworks on July 31, 2026 (Friday) as the centerpiece, allowing you to enjoy all the sights Fukui City has to offer from midday onwards. In the afternoon, visit Fukui Castle Ruins (福井城址), one of the finest castles in the Hokuriku region, and the historic Shibata Shrine (柴田神社). Next, head to the observation platform at Asuwayama Park (足羽山公園) for a panoramic view of the city and the Asuwa River. In the evening, stroll along the cherry tree-lined embankment of the Asuwa River as you make your way to the venue, and grab a quick meal from the food stalls. When dusk falls, spread your leisure sheet on the riverbed between Kida Bridge (木田橋) and Itagai Bridge (板垣橋), and enjoy the fireworks blooming large across the summer night sky alongside the waters of the Asuwa River. A definitive summer plan for Fukui that lets you experience both the charm of a castle town and riverside fireworks in one visit.

A course centered around the Kawano Summer Festival Fireworks Grand Tournament held on Saturday, July 25, 2026, where you can enjoy the coastal scenery and surrounding natural beauty of Minamiechizen Town, Fukui Prefecture over the course of a full day. In the afternoon, take a break at Michi no Eki Kawano overlooking the Sea of Japan while enjoying local flavors, and stroll through the scenery of Minamiechizen Town that relates the history of kitamaebune (cargo ships). In the evening, secure your spot at Karakurajo Kaiyoku while gazing at the sunset over the Sea of Japan, and at night, watch about 5,600 fireworks burst successively into the pitch-black sky above the Sea of Japan, accompanied by the sound of waves. This is a day-long plan unique to Minamiechizen Town where you can fully savor the spectacular scenery of the Echizen coast and summer fireworks.