Tours and excursions in Fukui Prefecture

A rare opportunity to see authentic knife making factories in the heart of the scenic echizen area. guests will also get to speak with real knife making craftsmen who dedicate their lives to making th...

The scenic rural echizen area is famous for its rich history of traditional japanese crafts. one of these crafts is washi, or traditional japanese paper. come get a rare hands on experience of visitin...

Visit the authentic washi making factory of ryozo yanase paper mill and get a deeper look into the world of washi making. the owners, mr. and ms. yanase have years of experience and will give you know...

Kubota liquor store is a long-established liquor store that was founded in 1914 (taisho 3), and is the first place you should visit if you want to buy fukui's local sake in sabae. here guests will get...

Tour attractions: echizen washi boasts 1,500 years of history and unparalleled quality. this experience combines traditional craftsmanship with modern creativity, offering a comprehensive programme of...

Guests will get to learn about the lens making process at inui lens which produces high quality lenses. you will get to see the rarely seen behind the scenes of a lens making factory. you will then ma...

Explore the enigma: experience the enigma by immersing yourself in the unique geographical environment of lake mikata. nature immersion: delight in the picturesque landscapes of the nature-rich lake m...

Guests will get to learn about the glasses and the accessory making process at kisso which produces high quality accessories using glasses materials. you will get to see the rarely seen behind the sce...

Kinkori shikkiten is a lacquerware shop run by brothers in kawada, the town of echizen lacquerware. in this experience, you will receive direct instruction from mr. masataka kinkori, a craftsman at ki...

Experience traditional calligraphy in this beautiful building. enjoy a delicious local meal for lunch. if you wish, we can frame your calligraphy work for an additional fee. in the afternoon, you can ...

An experience where you can learn the process of making echizen lacquerware by visiting two workshops, hacoa and shitsurindo and making your very own original lacquer spoon. guests will get to see the...

Unleash your inner explorer on tsuruga with a personalized journey, immersing yourself in its vibrant culture and serene hidden spots. our custom tours provide a bespoke experience, tailored to your d...

Echizen ware, which was born in the heian period, is one of the six ancient kilns in japan that still continues to produce pottery. soil that contains a lot of iron has a distinctive red-black color o...

The echizen region of fukui prefecture has been designated as one of the "six ancient kilns of japan," and is well known for echizen lacquerware, pottery, and cutlery. come and try to make your own sa...

Experience the profound spirituality and craftsmanship of echizen washi on a guided tour through its historic village. first, enjoy a hands-on paper-making experience under the guidance of skilled ar...

Explore fukui's nightlife with a small-group, bar hopping tour led by a local guide. this casual and fun experience introduces you to three unique drinking spots only found in fukui. enjoy stress-free...

Echizen washi paper, which boasts a history of over 1500 years, is a traditional craft that fukui is proud of, and is used for labels of sake and whiskey due to its beauty and strength. after learning...

Kawada is a town of echizen lacquerware with a history of 1500 years. it is said that echizen lacquerware began when lacquer painting was encouraged after keitai tenno successfully repaired his broken...

Explore the enigma: visit the special topographical environment of mikatagoko (the five lakes of mikata) on-site and understand what a miraculous lake suigetsu is. nature immersion: our guided tour a...

Visitors can learn about the history of echizen tiles, which have been used for a long time in japan, a country prone to natural disasters, for their durability and safety, and see the inside of a fac...

The kawada district of sabae city is a town of echizen lacquerware with a history of 1500 years. tour the roots of echizen lacquerware on a lacquered bicycle, including the lacquerware shrine (shikiya...