Local Experiences in West Japan
Crafting Connections Across West Japan
Discover the spirit of West Japan through hands-on local experiences. In Fukui, you can create your own Echizen washi paper, try the delicate techniques of Echizen lacquerware, or witness the craftsmanship of Echizen blades, traditions passed down for generations. Beyond Fukui, each region of West Japan invites you to join in its own unique stories, from culinary journeys to cultural workshops, offering authentic encounters that bring you closer to the people and places you visit.
Fukui
Fukui Prefecture is a nature-rich region facing the Sea of Japan, where history and culture are very much alive. Visitors can enjoy a wide variety of attractions, from traditional crafts such as Echizen washi paper and Echizen lacquerware to local cuisine and immersive experiences in the great outdoors.
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Experience lacquering a tray while learning about Echizen lacquerware from experienced craftsman
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Private Echizen Washi Paper Making Experience and Walking Tour
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Private Echizen Knife Factory Tour
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Private ART & CRAFT Tour in Echizen Pottery Village
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Choose from about 300 types of lenses and experience making your own sunglasses / Lens Park
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ZEN PROGRAM: Journey of Connections
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Rare Local Cuisine: Heshiko Sushi Making Experience
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Silk Habutae Textile Factory Tour
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Heisenji Hakusan Shrine Walking Tour
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Dinosaur Fukui AM Half Day Tour
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ZEN Spiritual Fukui PM Half Day Tour
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Local Cuisine Lunch and Sagicho Experience at Kagetsuro
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Echizen Great Buddha Special Sea of Clouds Experience
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Katsuyama Trip E-bike Rental Plan ( Dinosaur Museum, Echizen Daibutsu)
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Fukui Station
Fukuoka
Fukuoka Prefecture, particularly the Kitakyushu area, serves as the gateway to Kyushu and is known for its rich food culture and natural beauty. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of gourmet experiences and historic townscapes, including sushi courses featuring fresh seafood from the Genkai Sea.
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Authentic Sushi Experience at Sushi “Kingdom” Kitakyushu
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