Awara travel guide and discussion

Irohayu AWARA at Awara Onsen offers a delightful culinary experience with the Mikuni Fishing Port's luxurious Amaebi Bowl. During a trip to Awara Onsen, conveniently located near Awara Onsen Station, a stop on the Hokuriku Shinkansen, I visited this commercial facility on the first floor. The dining style here involves securing a seat first and then purchasing a meal ticket via a touch panel. I decided to make the most of my visit by choosing the Amaebi Bowl from the Mikuni seafood menu. What arrived was a lavish bowl featuring 12 neatly arranged amaebi. The translucent shrimp meat was tender and sweet, and dipping it in wasabi soy sauce enhanced its umami flavor. After savoring the shrimp meat, the correct way to proceed is to suck on the shrimp heads, enjoying the rich miso flavor to the fullest. The balance between the shrimp and rice was perfect, making it easy to finish the meal at a steady pace. This was a highly satisfying taste of Mikuni's sea bounty, conveniently available at a Shinkansen stop. Address: 1F Afurea, 1-12-18 Harumiya, Awara City, Fukui Prefecture Business Hours: 08:00 - 21:30

✵ Fukui Prefecture 2024.12 ⁡ I went on a winter trip to Fukui Onsen❄️🦖 Introducing the spots in Awara Onsen that are within walking distance from the inn♨️ All are within a 2-3 minute walk! ・Ashiyu (foot bath)…The colorful lanterns were so cute! This foot bath is free to use. ・Nimen Onsen Yakushido…The umbrellas are lit up at night, making it a great photo spot✨ ・Awara Onsen Yatai Village Yukemuri Yokocho…Less than a 1 minute walk from the foot bath. There are a row of small, retro izakayas 🍶 I rented a yukata at the inn 👘 (yukata rental is available for a fee) There are many colorful and cute spots, so a yukata will definitely look better◎ Many people were drinking at the food stall village and going to the foot bath 🏮 A foot bath when you're tipsy is also great 😌 Use this as a reference for your trip to Awara Onsen ✍️ 📍Awara Onsen, Fukui Prefecture 📮1-203 Onsen, Awara City, Fukui Prefecture (inside Awara Onsen Yunomachi Square) 🗓️2024.12 #Domestic Travel Strategy

Free spots to visit on your trip to Fukui! ✍🏻 (All photos are from December 2024) _________________ 　 This is the "Fukui Museum" in Fukui City, Fukui Prefecture It's on the second floor of Awara Onsen Station, and there are plenty of activities using hot spring tubs♨️ There's also a big crab object so you can take photos with it📷 The giant claws make a big impact! 🦀 There are lots of towels with Fukui's tourist spots printed on them hanging on the green walls, making it the perfect starting point for sightseeing🚙 🏷️ Save it and use it as a reference for your next trip! __________________ ✍🏻 ᴛʀɪᴘ ᴛɪᴘs ˊ˗ There's also a kids' area, so it's safe even for those with small children🫶🏻 _________________ ✍🏻 ɪɴғᴏʀᴍᴀᴛɪᴏɴ (As of January 2025) ) Fukui Museum (inside Aflare) 📍Address: 1-12-18 Harumiya, Awara City, Fukui Prefecture 🕰️Opening hours: 7:00-22:00 🚙Parking: Available (paid) _________________ #domestictravel #fukuitourism #fukuitrip #tripdomestictravel

Places to visit in Fukui! Introducing free spots✍🏻 (All photos are from December 2024) This is 'AFLARE' in Fukui City, Fukui Prefecture. When it comes to hot springs in Fukui, Awara Onsen is the place to go! The beautiful wooden area in the first photo is located at the west exit of the station. The design is so beautiful that it looks like an art museum. It is a multi-purpose space that can be used for events or as a waiting area even on rainy days. By opening the glass doors, it can be used as an integrated space with the hall. The hall features an installation of many Japanese umbrellas hanging from the ceiling. Tables and sofas are arranged, making it a comfortable waiting area. Save this post for your next outing! There is a parking lot in the rotary! (Paid by the hour) Information (as of January 2025) AFLARE Address: 1-12-18 Harumiya, Awara City, Fukui Prefecture Hours: 7:00 - 22:00 Parking: Available (Paid)

We went to a hot spring inn in Awara Onsen, one of the most popular hot spring resorts in the Hokuriku region, where you can stay with your pet. This is a pet-first inn where pets are allowed in all areas of the building except for the large public bath. There are plenty of things to enjoy, including welcome treats for pets, a photo space, and indoor and outdoor dog runs. The large public bath is a hot spring, so pet owners were very satisfied with this inn. Visiting date: October 2024 ୨୧――――――――――――――――――୨୧ information Name of facility📍Awara Onsen Tsukika, an authentic inn where you can spend time with your beloved dog Address📍9-8 Funatsu, Awara City, Fukui Prefecture Access📍 ・Approximately 15 minutes by car from Kanazu IC on the Hokuriku Expressway ・Approximately 15 minutes by car from Awara Onsen Station on the Hokuriku Shinkansen Check-in/out📍15:00/10:00 ୨୧――――――――――――――――――୨୧ #Hot spring trip #100 travel styles #Accommodation where you can stay with your pet #Going out with your pet #Awara Onsen #Tsukika #Awara Onsen #Fukui trip

This is a recommended spot in Fukui Prefecture, which is getting excited with the opening of the Shinkansen♡ Ashiyu in Ashiwara Onsen is a free foot bath spot♨️ Perfect for soothing your tired body after a long journey!! It's located inside a wooden building, so you can enjoy it comfortably regardless of the season or weather️🩵 The lighting is fantastic: The lighting at night is especially beautiful, and the gentle lantern lights that light up your feet are very pretty♡ The atmosphere is different from the daytime, so you can relax at night as well. Spacious space: The large foot bath space also has an area with a table, so you can relax with friends and family. Enjoy the hot spring atmosphere while chatting♨️ Freshly flowing water: The water comes from the hot spring source, and it feels great to warm up your feet. Refresh with the power of nature ☺️ Easy access: 2 minutes walk from Echizen Railway Awara Yunomachi Station, 10 minutes by car from JR Awara Onsen Station 💮 📍Location: 1-203 Onsen, Awara City, Fukui Prefecture 🕰Opening hours: 7:00-23:00 (open all year round) 🚗Access: 2 minutes walk from Echizen Railway Awara Yunomachi Station, 10 minutes by car from JR Awara Onsen Station Parking: Yes Fee: Free Relax at Ashiyu and refresh your mind and body! ️🩵 #AshiyuOnsen #Ashiyu #Footbath #HotSpringTrip #Relax #HealingSpot #FukuiTrip #FukuiTourism #Fukui #0YenTrip

Name: Saint Pia Awara A long-established hot spring facility where you can enjoy four types of baths, sauna, cold bath, and cuisine made with local ingredients You can also experience making and eating hot spring eggs in the facility The facility has a Japanese-style design that foreigners will enjoy The prices are reasonable and you can relax Location: 305 Onsen 4-chome, Awara City, Fukui Prefecture, 910-4104 Opening hours: 10:00 to 22:00 #Awara Onsen #Hot spring #Day trip bathing #Hot spring therapy

This hotel is located near the lake. It's about a 10-minute taxi ride from JR Awara Station. There's nothing around but the lake, and the hotel has a shop, but if you want something to drink or something, I recommend buying it at the station. There are two baths, and from both the large bath and the open-air bath you can slowly watch the lake as it sunset. I booked a room with a Western-style bed, but the Japanese-modern atmosphere was very nice. For breakfast and dinner, we had a course meal using local ingredients. There were many small children, so they were very considerate and made sure to welcome them. It's also recommended for families. Address: 211 Kitagata, Awara City, Fukui Prefecture, 910-4272 Atmosphere/Facilities: Quiet and unpretentious, with hot springs Recommended points: Newly renovated and clean Average price: Around 30,000 yen Budget per person: 15,000 yen Rating: Recommended for families and couples #wintertrip #hotsprings #greatview

JR Awara Onsen Station is buzzing with excitement as the Hokuriku Shinkansen line opens! While construction work is underway around the station, a CUBE stands alone in the square. As the name suggests, there are a row of cube-shaped buildings, and the one closest to the station is a cafe, while the others can be used as event spaces. A great place to buy a drink before boarding the Shirasagi or Thunderbird express trains. #trip2022 #railway #Awara Onsen

I've picked out 5 recommended spots in Fukui that I'm glad I visited! ① Tojinbo ② Echizen Matsushima Aquarium ③ Awara Onsen ④ Kehi Shrine ⑤ Tsuruga Red Brick Warehouse (Bonus: Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum) If you're going to Fukui, be sure to visit these spots 🤗 #recommendedlist #Fukui #onsen

· Name Grandia Housen (Awara Onsen) · Access Free shuttle from JR Awara Onsen Station · Points Fukui Prefecture is said to have the highest happiness rate in Japan Awara Onsen is located in Awara City, located at the northernmost tip of Fukui Prefecture, and is close to Kanazawa, making it the perfect base for a trip Grandia Housen has 33 rooms with open-air hot spring baths, each with a different atmosphere, including the ``Tenjo no SPA,'' the villa ``Kotobuki-tei,'' and the detached ``Yutorogi-tei'' The photo shows a room with an open-air bath at ``Yutorogi-tei'' You can enjoy a blissful relaxing time in the soft Awara waters that feel soft on your skin There is also a hot spring egg corner, so you will be very busy from the moment you arrive at the inn Of course, the kaiseki cuisine is also delicious, and it is an inn where you can enjoy it with all five senses #Fukui Prefecture #Hot Springs #Awara Onsen #Hot Spring Trip

I recently visited Tojinbo, one of Fukui Prefecture's most iconic landmarks ✈️ Designated as a National Natural Monument, its massive columnar jointing cliffs battered by the fierce waves of the Sea of Japan are truly a sight to behold! I was absolutely blown away by the majestic panorama ✨ Here’s a summary of the highlights and some tips for your visit 📝 💡 Essential Tips for Exploring There are absolutely no fences or handrails on the rocks! While you can walk right up to the edge of the cliffs, the terrain is rugged and slippery. It is essential to wear comfortable sneakers rather than heels or sandals 👟 It's often windy, so please watch your step carefully while exploring! 🌊 Tojinbo's Highlights & Recommended Spots The Mighty Cliffs and "Oike" The star attraction is "Oike," a cliff plunging about 25 meters down! Peering over the edge is a spine-tingling experience that will make your legs wobble 📸 The unique rock formations allow you to feel the raw power of nature and Earth’s ancient history. Tojinbo Sightseeing Boat For a different perspective, take a cruise to look up at the cliffs from the sea! This popular 30-minute boat ride lets you see unique formations like "Lion Rock" and "Candle Rock" up close 🚢 Breathtaking Sunset Panoramas Tojinbo is celebrated as one of "Japan’s Top 100 Sunset Spots" 🌅 Watching the sun sink into the horizon behind the silhouette of the cliffs is breathtakingly beautiful. I highly recommend timing your visit for the golden hour! 🦀 Savor Fresh Seafood at the Shopping Street The "Tojinbo Shopping Street," which stretches from the parking lot to the cliffs, is lined with tempting shops! From luxurious seafood bowls topped with fresh sea urchin and salmon roe to the irresistible aroma of grilled scallops and squid, plus soft-serve ice cream for dessert—snacking your way through the street is pure joy 😋 🚗 Getting There and Recommended Routes Accessible by bus from Echizen Railway’s Mikuniminato Station or JR Awara-Onsen Station 🚌 With "Awara Onsen" and "Oshima Island" nearby, the perfect itinerary involves exploring Tojinbo and then unwinding in a relaxing hot spring bath ♨️ 📝 Summary It’s a spectacular destination where you can experience the awe-inspiring beauty of nature alongside incredible seafood! Be sure to add it to your itinerary when traveling through Fukui or the Hokuriku region 🌊✨

For those who frequently travel to Japan on their own. 【Japan · Hokuriku | The Cheap JR PASS That Makes Locals Jealous? How I Got 5x the Value 😱】 Anyone who visits Japan frequently knows that JR PASS prices have been skyrocketing lately, making those broad-coverage passes less and less worth it. If you're looking for a pass with incredible value right now, JR West’s "Hokuriku Area Pass" is the real deal. This 4-day pass doesn't just cover the Hokuriku Shinkansen through Toyama, Ishikawa, and Fukui; it also includes local lines (Zairaisen), several private railways, and even buses. The official price is 7,000 JPY ($45 USD / 350 HKD), available only to foreign tourists on short-term stays. I managed to snag it on Trip.com for about 6,300 JPY ($41 USD / 315 HKD) with a discount. My total train fare over 4 days came to a whopping 33,350 JPY ($215 USD / 1,700 HKD). Let’s do the math: ・Original Price 7,000 JPY → Approx. 4.8x value ・Actual Purchase 6,300 JPY → Approx. 5.3x value With this kind of insane cost-performance, you can’t help but feel that JR West is being incredibly generous to foreign travelers. Truly grateful 🙏 🚄 What can you ride? The core section of the Hokuriku Shinkansen: Tsuruga ⇄ Kurobe-Unazukionsen. Note: This pass is for Non-Reserved seats only (usually 2-3 cars per train). Key trains in this area include: ・Hakutaka|An express train that stops at more stations ・Tsurugi|A regional shuttle running primarily between Toyama and Tsuruga ・Kagayaki|All seats are reserved, so this pass cannot be used for this train It's not just for the Shinkansen; it also covers local trains, Non-Reserved Limited Express seats, plus: ・Echizen Railway ・Manyosen ・Toyama Chiho Railway City Tram ・West Japan JR Bus in the Kanazawa area ・Specific sections of IR Ishikawa Railway, Ainokaze Toyama Railway, and HAPI-LINE FUKUI

Maruoka Castle (丸冈城・まるおかじょう), located in Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture, is one of the 12 remaining castle towers in Japan. Its most distinctive feature is the preservation of its ancient wooden castle tower, earning it the nickname "Kasumigaseki Castle" (霞ヶ城). 🍁 What to See in Autumn · Ancient Castle Tower + Autumn Foliage: In autumn, the castle hills are ablaze with golden and red hues, creating beautiful layers against the dark gray wooden castle tower. · Climbing the Castle Tower from the Outer View: Steep wooden staircases remain inside the castle tower; climbing to the top offers panoramic views of the Sakai Plain. · Outdoor Stone Walls: Maruoka Castle employs the famous outdoor stone walls, exuding a rustic and historical feel. · The castle ruins park itself isn't particularly large, making it ideal for connecting with Fukui City, Eiheiji Temple, and Tojinbo. 🚃 Transportation The most convenient route is from JR Awara Onsen Station: Awara Onsen Station → Keifuku Bus → Maruoka Castle Approximately 20 minutes. You can also take a bus from JR Fukui Station, approximately 50 minutes. 🎫 Admission: Adults approximately ¥450, children approximately ¥150; prices may vary if you purchase a combo ticket for Maruoka Castle and surrounding facilities. ⏰ Usually 8:30–17:00, last entry around 16:30. The Ichiban Keijo (One-Stroke Letter) Museum is located in Maruoka-cho, Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture, near Maruoka Castle. It is a literary museum themed around the famous Japanese "Ichiban Keijo" (one-stroke letter) culture. 💌 Why is it called "Nihon Ichiban Keijo" (One-Stroke Letter)? The story originates from the Sengoku period warlord Honda Sakuzaemon Shigeji. He wrote a very short letter to his wife from the battlefield, beginning with: "一笔启上 火の用心 お仙泣かすな 马肥やせ" The gist is: "Write a few words: Be careful of fire; don't let Asen cry; fatten the horse." This short sentence encapsulates his deep concern for his family and his instructions regarding household affairs. Later, inspired by this, the Maruoka region held the "一笔启上奖" (One-Piece Letter Award), collecting short but emotionally resonant letters, thus forming the culture of "Japanese short handwritten letters." 🖋️ What to see in the museum? · Outstanding works from past "一笔启上奖" (One-Piece Letter Award) · Exhibition on Japanese letter culture · Historical materials related to Maruoka Castle and Honda Tadatsugu · Experience how the Japanese express family affection, friendship, and life insights with extremely short texts The architecture itself is also modern, combining large expanses of glass with wooden spaces, contrasting with the rustic charm of Maruoka Castle. 📍 Location: Next to Maruoka Castle 🎫 Admission: Approximately ¥450 for adults; a combined ticket is available for Maruoka Castle and other facilities. 🚶 Recommendation: Arrange to visit both locations together, as they are within walking distance of each other.

Eihei-ji Temple is one of the head temples of the Soto Zen sect in Japan, founded in 1244 by the Zen master Dogen. Nestled in the mountains of Eihei-ji Town, Fukui Prefecture, the temple buildings cascade down the hillside, creating a Zen-like landscape of ancient trees, moss, and stone steps. 🍁 Autumn Colors Eihei-ji Temple in autumn is characterized by its ancient temple and vibrant autumn foliage: · 🍂 Around the main gate, Buddha hall, and Dharma hall: Ancient architecture contrasts beautifully with the red and yellow maple leaves. · 🍁 Near the Ruri Shohokaku (a famous Japanese stone pavilion): The autumn colors are particularly beautiful. · 🌲 The vast cedar forest and moss create a captivating atmosphere even when the mountains aren't ablaze with red leaves. · The stone steps, moss, and autumn leaves are especially beautiful after rain. Early to late November is generally the best time to appreciate autumn colors. 🚍 Transportation The most convenient route is from Fukui Station: ① Echizen Railway + Bus Fukui Station → Echizen Railway "Eiheiji Exit Station" → Keifuku Bus/Shuttle Bus → Eiheiji Temple The entire journey takes approximately 40-50 minutes. ② Direct Bus There is a Keifuku Bus from the East Exit of Fukui Station to Eiheiji Temple, taking approximately 30 minutes without changing buses. ③ From Awara Onsen Station You can also take the Keifuku Bus to Eiheiji Temple, but the frequency is relatively limited, so it's best to check the timetable before your trip. 🎫 Admission Currently, general admission fees are: Adults: 700 yen Elementary and junior high school students: 300 yen Children not in school: Free Typical visiting hours are: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Eiheiji Temple is a genuine Zen temple still in use. After entering, you can visit several halls, and the buildings are connected by long corridors. 🍁 If you're planning an autumn itinerary in Fukui, you can combine it with the places mentioned earlier like this: Fukui Station → Eiheiji Temple → Awara Onsen → Tojinbo → Fukui/Kanazawa Or if you're staying in Awara Onsen: Awara Onsen → Eiheiji Temple → Fukui City → Yokokan Garden Eiheiji Temple is generally better visited in the morning, as the lighting, number of tourists, and overall atmosphere are usually more pleasant.

🌊 Tojinbo (東尋坊) Tojinbo is one of the most iconic coastal sights in Fukui Prefecture, situated in Mikuni-cho, Sakai City. Spanning approximately 1 kilometer along the Sea of Japan, it is renowned for its massive, rugged columnar joints and cliffs. It has been officially designated as a National Scenic Spot and a Natural Monument of Japan. 🪨 Highlights ① Columnar Jointed Cliffs These pentagonal and hexagonal rock pillars were formed from cooling volcanic rock. Over eons, tectonic shifts and the relentless waves of the Sea of Japan have carved out this breathtaking sea-eroded landscape. ② Oike One of the most famous vantage points at Tojinbo, where the cliffs encircle the crashing waves. Looking down from the precipice is a truly heart-pounding experience. ③ Tojinbo Sightseeing Boat 🚢 This 30-minute cruise offers a unique perspective of the cliffs from the water. It also allows you to see landmarks that are difficult to view from land, such as Oshima Island, Lion Rock, Candle Rock, and Warship Rock. ④ Tojinbo Tower Head to the top for a panoramic bird's-eye view of the entire Tojinbo coastline. 🚃 Transportation From Fukui Station: Fukui Station → Echizen Railway Mikuni-Awara Line → Mikuni Station (approx. 50 mins) → Keifuku Bus bound for Tojinbo (approx. 10 mins) → Tojinbo Stop → 5-minute walk Total travel time is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a 45-minute bus ride from Awara-Onsen Station. If you are coming from Kanazawa, take the train to Awara-Onsen first and then transfer to the bus. 🎫 Tickets Tojinbo area: Free. You can walk straight up to the cliff edges to explore. Since you'll likely pass through Awara-Onsen Station, it's worth taking a stroll around as there is plenty to see.

Experience the real deal—authentic water with absolutely no dilution or recycling. A historic landmark in Awara Onsen, founded in 1884. The grand public baths and open-air baths use water drawn directly from the natural spring right on the premises. In this serene, Sukiya-style space, simply soaking in the water makes time melt away. This is a getaway for adults who choose quality over quantity. 📍Echizen Awara Onsen Tsuruya 4-601 Onsen, Awara City, Fukui 💰Approx. 35,000 JPY per person~ Save this for your next trip to Awara.

📍Kanazawa Omicho Market | Higashi Chaya District | Kenrokuen Garden | Kanazawa Castle | 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art 🚊Kanazawa → Awara Onsen　 🚍Awara Onsen → Tojinbo 📍Fukui Tojinbo | Awara Yunomachi | Awara Onsen D1 Kanazawa's tourist spots are so close together, I managed to see almost everything in just one day! ✊🏻 At Omicho Market, the early bird stalls open right at 7 AM, and every shop's seafood bowl looked so fresh it was hard to choose. The Higashi Chaya district had way more shops than I expected, so I took my time strolling around and stopped for an ice cream break. The combo ticket for Kenrokuen and Kanazawa Castle is a great deal ◎ Taking a leisurely stroll, I snapped tons of photos along the way 🤳🏻 Since it was a Friday, the exhibition zones at the 21st Century Museum were open until 8 PM. I got to take my time without worrying about the clock, and even checked out the special exhibition while I was there 👀 And to cap off the day, an amazing seafood bowl at Hyakubangai Anto near Kanazawa Station 🤤🤤🤤 D2 It took just under an hour to reach Awara Onsen Station. From there, I transferred to a bus heading to Tojinbo. After getting off the bus, I walked for about 15 minutes to Tojinbo while snacking on some street food. First up was lunch at IWABA Cafe. The weather was absolutely gorgeous that day, so I snapped plenty of beautiful photos 🤳🏻 I unfortunately ran out of time, and as for Oshima Island it's a bummer I couldn't make it. But hey, I'll just look forward to that next time. Before heading home, I made a pit stop at Awara Yunomachi and took a breather at the foot bath. It felt absolutely heavenly~ ♨️♨️♨️ 📷 1&2 Higashi Chaya District 3 Kenrokuen Garden 4&5 Kanazawa Station Area 6&7 Tojinbo 8 Awara Yunomachi

Rakuten S. Every room has a natural hot spring!?♨️ This new inn in Fukui's Awara Onsen is amazing!✨ 📍Rakuten STAY Awara Onsen A hot spring inn with 23 rooms in total, grand opening in February 2026! The biggest appeal here is, believe it or not, every guest room features its own private hot spring from a privately owned source!♨️ Not having to worry about public bath operating hours and being able to enjoy Awara Onsen as many times as you want, whenever you want, is just too luxurious.🥹 The rooms are super spacious, ranging from about 50 sqm to 76 sqm! Accommodating up to 4 to 6 people, it's absolutely perfect for family trips with kids or group vacations.◎ Some rooms even have bunk beds, creating a secret base-like space that kids are sure to love!✨ What's more, the kitchen facilities are seriously fully equipped! In addition to an induction cooktop, refrigerator, microwave oven, rice cooker, and coffee maker, it comes fully stocked with pots, pans, and tableware. So picking up some local Fukui gourmet food to enjoy in your room is totally an option!🍴 It’s fully equipped with a dishwasher and a washer-dryer, making it super convenient for consecutive night stays! And the fun part after getting out of the hot spring is... Making shaved ice right in your room!🍧✨ Every room has a shaved ice machine, and it's so much fun to make it yourself! Having shaved ice after warming up in the hot spring is just the absolute best...🤤 Furthermore, as a welcome service, local Fukui sake, craft beer, tea, juice, and snacks are provided in the room!🍺✨ Some rooms even come with their own private sauna!🔥 Rather than a standard hotel, the real charm is being able to spend your time feeling like you're hiding away in your very own private hot spring retreat! Just about a 3-minute walk from Echizen Railway's "Awara-Yunomachi Station", it makes an excellent base for Fukui sightseeing spots like Tojinbo and Shibamasa World.◎ ✔️ Grand opening in February 2026 ✔️ All 23 rooms feature private hot springs from a privately owned source ✔️ Spacious rooms ranging from approx. 50-76 sqm ✔️ Fully equipped with a kitchen & washer-dryer ✔️ You can even enjoy shaved ice in your room ✔️ Welcome service including local Fukui sake and drinks Highly recommended for a Fukui trip where you want to enjoy not just sightseeing, but also the time spent relaxing in your room!♨️✨ 📍Rakuten STAY Awara Onsen 1-309 Onsen, Awara City, Fukui Prefecture 🚃 Approx. 3-minute walk from Awara-Yunomachi Station 🚗 1 free parking spot available per room

This time, I stayed at Rakuten ST. The ultimate place to stay in Fukui! A super luxurious hotel with private onsen in every room ♨️✨ This time, I stayed at 📍 Rakuten STAY Awara Onsen Located in Awara Onsen, one of Fukui's most famous hot spring resorts, this amazing property features private baths with natural spring water in all 23 rooms! Not having to walk to a public bath and getting to enjoy the onsen in my room whenever and as often as I wanted was absolutely incredible 🥹♨️ I stayed in a Type B room, featuring cool bunk beds. This spacious 58㎡ room comes with 2 double beds and 2 single beds, accommodating up to 6 guests 🙌 Kids will love the loft-style layout, making it perfect for family vacations or group trips! The room also features a large dining table with a built-in induction cooktop ✨ The kitchen is fully equipped with a fridge, microwave oven, rice cooker, coffee maker, and cooking utensils like pots and pans 🍳 Plus, having a washer-dryer makes it super convenient for longer stays or traveling with kids ◎ But my absolute favorite part was the private in-room onsen ♨️ Having a spacious tub all to yourself to soak in Awara’s famous hot spring waters anytime, without worrying about others, is pure luxury...! The water is a sodium-calcium chloride spring, so you can pamper yourself with endless onsen dips without ever leaving your room ✨ It's just a 3-minute walk from Awara-Yunomachi Station, right across from Awara Onsen Yunomachi Square! I highly recommend this spot to anyone visiting Fukui who wants to fully relax and enjoy both the hot springs and their time in the room 🙌 📍 Rakuten STAY Awara Onsen 1-309 Onsen, Awara City, Fukui Prefecture 🚃 Approx. 3-minute walk from Awara-Yunomachi Station ♨️ All rooms feature private natural hot spring baths 👨👩👧👦 Accommodates up to 4–6 guests 🚗 Parking available

The inn's charms include a stunning 7,100-square-foot corridor garden, a spacious public bath with a retractable dome roof, and the perfect setting to indulge in Fukui's exquisite seasonal flavors. Extensive Rooms with Private Open-Air Baths: Choose from a diverse range of accommodations, including "Biyu," a luxurious private villa offering the ultimate secluded space, and Japanese-modern suites equipped with private hot spring open-air baths. Unique Public Baths & Hot Spring Quality: Guests can unwind in the acclaimed sodium-calcium chloride hot springs, known to be gentle on the skin, at two distinct facilities: "Taiyoden," a dome-shaped bath surrounded by lush gardens, and "Meigetsuden," designed with a full moon motif. All-Inclusive Perks: Enjoy complimentary beverages (including alcohol) and snacks in the lobby and other designated areas. Fukui's Premier Gourmet Dining: Savor the executive chef's signature kaiseki multi-course meals, featuring fresh, locally sourced seafood and the premium local rice brand "Ichihomare." Basic Information & Access Check-in / Check-out: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM / 10:00 AM (Extended stays, such as 2:00 PM check-in or 12:00 PM check-out, are available depending on your plan). Free Shuttle Bus (Reservation Required): Operating from the West Exit of JR Hokuriku Shinkansen's "Awaraonsen Station" or Echizen Railway's "Awara-Yunomachi Station." Access by Car: Approximately a 15-minute drive from the Kanazu IC on the Hokuriku Expressway. A free outdoor parking lot accommodating up to 100 vehicles is available. With renowned attractions like the breathtaking Tojinbo Cliffs and Echizen Matsushima Aquarium nearby, this inn serves as the perfect base for exploring Fukui.

Let me take you to see a luxury hotel and a top-tier buffet in Japan! A buffet that serves branded A5 Wagyu beef steak. A buffet featuring Echizen crab, the most renowned snow crab from Fukui in Japan. A buffet loaded with grilled seafood, ranging from freshly grilled scallops with soy sauce and butter, Saikyo-yaki Gindara (sablefish), to yellowtail collar from the Chubu region. As for the raw seafood, sushi, and sashimi, there's Otoro sushi, bluefin tuna, yellowtail belly, famous sweet shrimp with roe, straw-roasted bonito, and even pressed grilled mackerel sushi that has absolutely no fishy taste. The Western dishes are equally impressive, featuring caviar, Iberico ham with melon, and a huge variety of Japanese seafood ceviche. The desserts are absolutely spectacular—a macaron tower, Häagen-Dazs, fresh-squeezed orange juice, cakes, and crepes. There was so much that I couldn't photograph it all! The beverage selection ranges from sweet drinks and matcha to beer and Japanese sake. You can definitely get your money's worth here! There are so many dishes that what I photographed only represents about half of the total menu. Most importantly, despite the massive selection, everything is genuinely delicious. It truly lives up to the reputation of the master chef who oversees JAL's First Class meals. All of this is part of the dinner buffet at a premier hotel in Awara Onsen, Fukui Prefecture. Hotel Grandia Housen. This is a famous, over 140-year-old clear water hot spring town in Japan, renowned for having over 70 onsen sources. This means each ryokan has water with different properties, and Grandia Housen exclusively owns three of these onsen sources. Speaking of the location, this area is the Echizen region of Fukui Prefecture, close to Nagoya, Toyama, and Kanazawa. It might not be super popular among Thai tourists yet, but did you know it’s a major hub for gourmet food in Japan? Echizen crab is the male snow crab, celebrated for being of the highest quality in Japan, just as famous as Tottori's Matsuba crab. Additionally, the country's number one specialty crab restaurant is also located right here in Echizen. Wakasa beef is the local branded A5 Wagyu of this place. It has an incredible aroma and flavor. Production is very limited, and it's rarely exported out of this region, making it both exceptional and rare. The Honmaguro (bluefin tuna) and yellowtail from this area offer excellent, bouncy textures. Moreover, the hotel uses large yellowtails weighing over 10 kg, which feature beautiful fat marbling. The Amaebi (sweet shrimp) served with roe is incredibly sweet. The grilled mackerel sushi is a must-buy for everyone because it's so tasty and not fishy at all. Try it, and you'll be amazed by how good it is. All these premium ingredients are gathered in one place and featured in this hotel's buffet. Crafted by the Head Chef of JAL's First Class, it truly elevates the culinary excellence here. If you are traveling to Toyama, Kanazawa, Nagoya, or Gifu, I highly recommend making a trip here. This is genuinely the best of Japan, guaranteed by the locals and by myself, having tried many famous dinner buffets across various regions. Honestly, compared to a well-known place like Ginza Happo, I personally think this is on an entirely different level. The hotel also boasts a stunningly beautiful Japanese garden, a footbath onsen, and three different styles of onsen pools offering views of the Japanese countryside. The service is authentic ryokan style—so attentive that you almost feel bad! Haha. Plus, there's a free-flow buffet of beer, wine, sweet drinks, ice cream, snacks, chocolates, and coffee where you can just grab a treat, sit back, and relax for free at a scenic viewpoint overlooking the beautiful Japanese garden. The location is also close to scenic spots and the most interactive aquarium where you can watch the penguin parade, pet a giant octopus, and interact with seals. It's fantastic. As for the price here, we booked a room with a private viewing bathtub, which included breakfast and dinner, the snack buffet, onsen access, a game room, and karaoke. We booked via Trip and got it for 9,800 THB for two people. If you choose a standard Japanese-style room and catch a promotion, it could be even cheaper. I also recommend checking direct booking prices. This price is an incredible value. You can't even get just an A5 Wagyu steak anywhere else for this price, not to mention the crabs, onsens, and all-day snacks. I highly recommend checking in right at 3:00 PM to fully enjoy everything for a long time. Okay, let's take a look at the menu photos in the post. I apologize that they aren't complete and not professionally shot—I only managed to capture half of the entire menu! But I guarantee that every single dish is incredibly delicious. In conclusion, this is a phenomenal hotel. The dinner buffet here is the absolute best in Japan. I really want everyone to come and try it!

Enjoy the blissful "beauty-enhancing" hot spring waters in the largest open-air garden bath in the Hokuriku region ♨️ The spacious and open bath will completely relax both your mind and body. The guest rooms offer a tranquil Japanese-style space, perfect for forgetting the stresses of everyday life and unwinding. Enjoy a luxurious hot spring stay while gazing at a sky full of stars at night ✨ This is a hotel we confidently recommend for a treat for yourself or a hot spring trip with family and friends 🌿 ୨୧┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈୨୧ 📍 Hotel Info · Hotel Name: Awara Onsen Seifuso · Address: 3-803 Onsen, Awara City, Fukui Prefecture · Access: 3-minute walk from Echizen Railway "Awara Yunomachi Station" / Approximately 15 minutes by free shuttle bus from JR "Awara Onsen Station" (reservations required) #StylishHotel

enjoy the stay , super good view good hotel #travel2026#travel

Located in the heart of Fukui's Awara Onsen, Ashiyu is a free foot bath facility. This relaxing spot in Awara is perfect for a quick stop during your stroll through the hot spring town. With a roofed structure and a spacious layout, it offers a welcoming atmosphere for both tourists and locals alike. While bringing your own towel is recommended, the convenience of this place is unmatched. Soaking your tired feet in the warm water gently eases your body. At night, the area is illuminated, blending softly with the neon lights of the hot spring town, creating a serene ambiance. Though not extravagant, it’s a place where you can truly feel the leisurely pace of a hot spring destination. If you’re exploring Awara’s hot spring town, this is the perfect spot to take a break. Address: 1-203 Onsen, Awara City, Fukui Prefecture Hours: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Awara Music is a theater remaining in Awara Hot Springs, Fukui. It is a rare opportunity to experience the "hot springs + popular entertainment" culture that was once found in hot springs all over Japan. The neon-lit exterior evokes a Showa-era atmosphere, while the interior is compact yet immersive. The close distance to the audience and the emphasis on a lively atmosphere were impressive. For those looking to take their hot springs nightlife a step further, this is a memorable spot. Rather than being flashy, it has a stronger emphasis on "continuing Japanese hot springs culture," and can be said to be one of the places that symbolize the nightlife of Awara Hot Springs Town. Unfortunately, however, it will be closing at the end of March 2026. Address: 416 Onsen 3-chome, Awara City, Fukui Prefecture

Tomato cream pasta with snow crab at Woo Kyung's Kitchen in Awara City 🦀🍝 I discovered this creative Italian restaurant for lunch during a trip to Awara Onsen. I heard they serve pasta made with a whole snow crab, which is caught for only two months each year, from November to December, so I headed there without hesitation. The plate that arrived was a striking sight, with a snow crab shell perched atop the pasta. The crunchy, rich roe (inner and outer roe) and sweet crab meat intertwined with the tomato cream, creating a rich, savory experience. I dipped the remaining sauce into a baguette and savored it to the last bite. It was truly exquisite. A luxurious winter lunch in a hot spring resort. A memorable dish you can only find in Awara. Address: Heim Shogetsu, 5-1302 Onsen, Awara City, Fukui Prefecture Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM Closed on Mondays #EchizenCrab #AwaraOnsenGourmet

At Kappo Katsu in Awara City, we had a meal of snow crab (zubogani) + sashimi platter + grilled yellowtail collar + seared bonito + fried oysters + Echizen grated daikon radish soba noodles. This was my first time trying freshly molted snow crab, "zubogani" (water crab), which is only available for about a month from February to March. While not quite soft-shelled, the shell was soft and easy to peel by hand. True to its name, the flavor was high in moisture and juicy, characterized by a delicate and fleeting savory taste. 🦀 The sashimi platter was superbly fresh, and the grilled yellowtail collar had an exquisite amount of fat. The seared bonito had a good balance of savory flavor and umami, and the fried oysters were crispy on the outside and tender inside. A meal that allowed us to enjoy a wide variety of seafood delicacies. Of course, we finished with Echizen grated daikon radish soba noodles. The spiciness of the grated daikon radish and the aroma of the soba noodles soothed our palate, resulting in a stunning finish. While the menu doesn't list prices, the bill is clear and transparent. This is a place where you can enjoy the charms of Awara Onsen with peace of mind. Address: 3-609 Onsen, Awara City, Fukui Prefecture Hours: 5:00 PM - #EchizenCrab