Echizen Coast
越前海岸
A scenic drive along Sea of Japan cliffs and rock formations. Enjoy Echizen crab in winter, fields of daffodils, and spectacular sunsets.
The Echizen Coast is a rocky shoreline stretching about 50 km along the Sea of Japan, from Fukui City to the town of Echizen. Route 305 runs past sights such as the Rorogi Coast, Echizen-misaki Lighthouse, and the Yobitori-mon rock formation. In winter, the slopes around Echizen Cape bloom with Japanese daffodils, one of Japan's three major daffodil groves. Echizen Town is a key fishing port for Echizen crab. Visit the Echizen Crab Museum or the Michi-no-Eki Echizen roadside station to sample it.
Getting there: Driving is the easiest option, about 1 hour from Fukui City. Public transport requires buses from Takefu Station or similar hubs, and service is infrequent.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Asuwa River Cherry Blossoms
- Fukui Castle Ruins
- Fukui Station Dinosaur Plaza
- Yōkōkan Garden
- Echizen Washi Village
- Mikuni-minato Old Town
- Tojinbo Cliffs
- Oshima Island