Obama Nishi-gumi Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings
Flow of the course
About 60 min here
About 15 min to the next stop
Next stop: Learn about Wakasa's history and food culture, known as the 'Mitsuke Country'About this spot
Spreading along the former Tango Highway in central Obama, the Obama Nishi-gumi is an Important Preservation District with merchant houses and townhouses dating back to the Edo period. Shops selling Wakasa specialties like grilled mackerel line charming streets with lattice doors, revealing the harbor town's past prosperity via the northern shipping route. Temples, shrines, and wells hidden in narrow alleys are sights worth seeing, and the area's size is perfect for leisurely family strolls. Begin your day exploring Obama's historic streets before heading to the beach.
Tips
About 15 minutes walk from Obama Station, or 5 minutes by car. Bring a hat and drink as midday sun is strong. Many grilled mackerel shops open in the morning and are ideal for snacking while strolling.
Best time to visit
About 1 hour. Early morning is quieter and better for photography.
How was this spot?
現地の天気
28°C(現在)直近1週間の寒暖差は平均3.4℃。気温差が大きい日が続くと紅葉が進みやすいと言われています。
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Access & map
〒917-0056 8 Obama Oohara, Obama City, Fukui Prefecture, Japan
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