Historic Red Brick Warehouse: Telling the Story of Tsuruga's Port Town Modernization
About this spot
Built in the late Meiji period, this historic structure tells the story of Tsuruga Port's former prosperity. Inside, there are two areas: one with diorama displays of the bustling port town from that era, and another with dining establishments. After learning about the port town's prosperity through the dioramas, you can actually enjoy meals and refreshments. It's a family-friendly spot where you can touch on the history of Tsuruga when it thrived as an international port.
Season & hours
Name: 敦賀まつり
Date & time: 9/2 (Wed)–9/5 (Sat) Time TBA
Venue: 福井県敦賀市・氣比神宮周辺
北陸道総鎮守として古くから信仰を集める氣比神宮を中心に、9月2日から5日までの4日間にわたって行われる敦賀の秋を代表する祭りです。氣比神宮を舞台に山車や神輿が巡行し、太鼓の音とともに街全体が祭り一色に染まります。大きな鳥居をくぐって進む行列の様子は迫力があり、地域の歴史と信仰の深さを感じさせてくれます。初日となるこの日は、4日間続く祭りの幕開けの熱気を存分に味わえます。
Tips
会場周辺は夜間交通規制がかかることがあるため、公共交通機関の利用がおすすめです。境内や参道は夜になると多くの人で混み合うので、小さなお子さん連れははぐれないよう気をつけましょう。
Tips
Within walking distance from Tsuruga Station. The diorama display area requires admission; the dining area is free to enter.
Best time to visit
Allow approximately 45 minutes. The building is air-conditioned, making it suitable for summer breaks.
Access & map
4-1 Kanegasaki-cho, Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture 914-0072
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2026 Tsuruga Festival: Full Day Experience Course
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