Learn About Tsuruga Port's History as the 'Port of Humanity'
About this spot
A museum documenting the history of Tsuruga Port, once called the "Port of Humanity" for welcoming many people. Through photographs and exhibits, you can learn how the people of Tsuruga warmly received those who traveled across the sea from Europe. For children, it's a valuable opportunity to understand the international historical aspect of Tsuruga as a port town.
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 the Red Brick Warehouse. The exhibits contain historical context and background explanations, so it may help to provide brief explanations to younger children as you view them.
Best time to visit
Allow approximately 1 hour. Ideal time for viewing exhibits calmly is in the afternoon.
Access & map
1-23-1 Kanegasaki-cho, Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture 914-0072
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2026 Tsuruga Festival: Full Day Experience Course
Fukui
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