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Echizen Crab

Echizen crabs, caught off what was once known as the Echizen Coast, are known as the "king of crabs" due to their size and rich flavor. They are the only crabs presented to the Japanese Royal Family at New Year.

Ama Ebi

The ama ebi or sweet shrimp caught in the deep waters off the coast of f*ckui have a distinctively mellow flavor with a sweet aftertaste. They are best enjoyed raw as sashimi or as sushi.

f*ckui Umeboshi

Umeboshi are sour plums pickled in salt with shiso, Japanese basil. The ones from f*ckui have a sour, sweet, salty and earthy flavor, and are rich in minerals. Umeboshi are a piquant and delicious topping for white rice.

Wakasa Lacquered Chopsticks

The city of Obama in f*ckui produces Wakasa lacquer chopsticks, accounting for 90% of those produced in Japan. Known for incorporating seashells, eggshells, and pine needles into the design, Wakasa nuri products are created by a single craftsperson from start to finish, allowing for greater originality.

Echizen Soba

f*ckui enjoys optimal weather for growing buckwheat, and as a result produces some of Japan's finest buckwheat soba noodles. These noodles are frequently topped with grated radish in a simple broth of soy sauce and dashi.

Wakasa Agate Craftwork

Since the early 18th century, decorative objects carved from agate have been made in Obama. Wakasa meno zaiku is characterized by its luminous forms and rich caramel hues.

Echizen Ware

Echizen yaki is unglazed earthenware made in one of Japan’s ancient potting centers. Fired at high temperatures, these waterproof vessels make ideal pots, jars and drinking vessels.

Echizen Handmade Paper

High-quality washi or Japanese handmade paper has been produced in Echizen for centuries. Originally crafted for copying Buddhist sutra, new washi varieties were produced as paper usage increased, including paper for Japan’s first Imperial banknotes.

Spring

f*ckui reawakens after winter with events such as the Awara Onsen Spring Festival, feudal parades and flower-exchanging festivals. For the cherry blossoms, visit in late March.

Summer

Summer is about hitting local beaches such as Wakasa Wada Beach, with its crystal-clear waters and pale golden sands. Make merry at one of the local fireworks displays come evening.

Autumn

The days become cooler and the leaves begin to change hues, giving f*ckui’s many beautiful spots a whole new look, as do illumination events at Yokokan Garden and Atagozaka.

Winter

Easily accessible ski slopes, soul-warming hot springs and winter delicacies such as Echizen snow crab draw visitors in the chilly winter season.