[福井] Tsuruga Private Day Tour from Kanazawa

• Travelers will experience unique harmony of tradition, craftsmanship, and spiritual serenity—all in one seamless day. Begin your journey at Urushi no Sato Kaikan, where you’ll witness the beauty and legacy of Echizen lacquerware through immersive exhibits and hands-on experiences. Then, step into the world of Takamura Hamono, a globally renowned knife workshop blending cutting-edge steel innovation with time-honored forging techniques. For lunch, savor a thoughtfully curated meal at Restaurant Takimasa, a local favorite known for its refined Japanese-Western fusion and seasonal flavors. Finally, unwind your spirit at the sacred grounds of Daihonzan Eiheiji, a Zen temple hidden among ancient cedar forests, where silence, stillness, and mindfulness reign. Travelers will journey through Fukui’s living traditions, where every stop tells a story, and every moment connects you to the soul of Japan.

Urushi no Sato Kaikan (The Lacquerware Village Hall) is a cultural facility in Sabae City, Fukui Prefecture, dedicated to Echizen lacquerware—one of Japan’s oldest traditional crafts, with a history of over 1,500 years.