You must visit the museum free of charge! Can not believe such a detailed and pleasant history and information on the city! Easy to understand with very kind and interactive explanation!

This museum offers information about the history of food in Japan. It tells the story of how Obama City was the entrance from the sea to the old capital of Japan. Realistic wax sculptures give a very detailed view of the different varieties of food within Japan. On the second floor of the building, you can partake in different hands-on traditional crafting experiences. You can polish your own chopsticks and jewelry, of buy something beautiful from the shop. The instructors are very friendly and helpful during the crafting process. The museum is free to visit. You don't need to pay a fee. You pay a small fee for the optional crafting experiences on the second floor. Within the same building, but on the left side of the entrance, you can find a spa and restaurant with delicious fried seafood and other local dishes.

Such a cool little spot. You can do cultural experience here and make your own wax food or make special paper or chopsticks! Highly recommend.

Made chop sticks with the Master Chop Sticker!! Seriously this was really fun.

Museum detailing the culture of food around Japan but mostly centered around Kansai. They also have english descriptions.

Very interesting (and free) museum on the food history and culture. Very informative. The exhibits are quite comprehensive. Some come with English explanation. The second floor has a series of workshops. You can try making local crafts for a fee, especially the chopsticks. The method of production is unique to the area.

Very nice hotspring with in the building. bring your own towel.

You don’t disembark to check out the rock formation as seen is some pictures. You only watch from the boat the entire cruise which is disappointing and not worth the 2000¥ and 50 mins boat ride.

(Translated by Google) A scenic spot located on the Naigai Peninsula. It was designated as a national scenic spot in 1934. Pleasure boats operate and can be seen from the sea. You can dock your boat near the cave. It has a strong impression of a cave called Daimon and Komon in kanji. However, Sodomon refers to the surrounding topography, including waterfalls and cliffs. It seems that in ancient times it was called the Outer Gate, and the kanji notation for Sodo Gate is said to be the Ateji character. There is an overland route from near the Angel Line observation deck to Daimon Komon. For more information, please refer to the reviews of Fubuki no Taki. Although it is necessary to climb up the rock wall a little, it is possible to pass through the small gate. If you look closely, you can see the remains of a concrete structure that seems to have been easily accessible in the past. It is now weathered and it is not common to get close to it. It's better to think that you can only see the cave and Fubuki Falls from the overland route. If you want to enjoy the whole of Sodomon, we recommend boarding a sightseeing boat. (Original) 内外海半島にある景勝地。1934年に国指定の名勝となっている。遊覧船が運航しており海側からも見ることが可能。洞門の近くには船を接岸できる。 漢字的に大門小門と呼ばれる洞門の印象が強い。しかし蘇洞門は滝や絶壁も含めた周辺の地形を指します。古くは外門と呼ばれていたようで蘇洞門の漢字表記は当て字と云われている。 エンゼルラインの展望台近くから大門小門への陸路があります。詳しくは吹雪の滝のクチコミを参照してください。 岩壁を少し登る必要はあるが小門を潜り抜ける事は可能。よく見るとコンクリートで整備された跡があり昔は簡単に行き来できたようです。現在は風化しており近づくのは一般的ではない状態。陸路からは洞門と吹雪の滝だけを見れると思ったほうが良い。蘇洞門全体を堪能するなら遊覧船への乗船がオススメです。

(Translated by Google) We were only able to go ashore for 10 minutes by ferry. It was a very special experience, thank you very much. (Original) フェリーで１０分のみ上陸できました。 とても特別な体験ができました、ありがとうございました。

(Translated by Google) The "Sodomon Meguri" pleasure boat is a 60-minute cruise where you can enjoy the magnificent scenery carved by the turbulent waves of the Sea of ​​Japan. Enjoy the historical romance of 6km of sheer cliffs and mysterious caves. You can enjoy the bliss of cruising along with the art of the sea created by the rough waves. The captain controls the speed of the ship with good skill. Tourist announcements are played on the ship. You can spend an hour without getting bored. As a highlight There is "Amikake Rock". It is said that it got its name from the fact that the rock has cracks that look like a net, making it look like a net. ``Meotou Kameiwa'' is also noteworthy. The name comes from the fact that it looks like two turtles of the same size stacked on top of each other. Shiraito Falls is a beautiful waterfall that never dies all year round. There is also an anecdote that wasabi was grown above the waterfall. Furthermore, ``Daimon Komon'' is the biggest highlight of cruising. The right side is called ``Daimon'' and the left side is called ``Shomon'', and the ``Shomon'' is more than three times as tall as an adult. If you are lucky you can land on the back side You can see the magnificent "Fubuki Falls". The Daimon and Komon gates seen from the back were also very luxurious. I think 2,500 per person is very valuable and exceptional. (Original) 「蘇洞門めぐり」遊覧船は、日本海の激動の荒波が彫り上げた壮大な景観が楽しめる約60分の船旅 6キロに及ぶ断崖絶壁と神秘的な洞門が織りなす歴史的なロマンスを楽しめます 荒波が創り出す海の芸術とともに、クルージングの至福の時が堪能出来ます 船長が良い塩梅で船のスピードを操作し 船上では観光アナウンスがながれ 飽きることのない1時間を過ごせます。 見所として 「あみかけ岩」があります。 岩に網目のように亀裂が入り、まるで網をかけたように見えるところからその名がつけられたと伝えられています。 「夫婦亀岩」もまた注目です。 同じ大きさの亀が2匹重なったように見えるところからこの名前がつけられたそうです。 そして、「白糸の滝」は、一年中絶えることのない美しい滝です。 滝の上で山葵を育てていたという逸話もあります。 さらに、「大門小門」はクルージングの最大の見どころです。右を「大門」、左を「小門」と呼ばれ、小門は大人の背丈の3倍以上の高さがあります。 運が良いと裏側に上陸でき 壮大な「吹雪の滝」眺めることができます。 裏側から見る大門小門もとても贅沢でした。 これで1人2,500はとても価値があり破格だと思います。

(Translated by Google) It is common to go by sightseeing boat from Obama Port, but I decided to walk 600m down the mountain trail from the top of Mt. Angel Line. It was a much more beautiful place than it looked in the photo, and it was worth visiting. (Original) 小浜港から遊覧船で行くのが一般的ですがエンゼルライン山頂から600m登山道をひたすら下って歩いて行ってみました💦 写真で見ていたより実際見ると遥かに素晴らしいところで行ってみる価値ありでした😆

(Translated by Google) It is a nationally designated scenic spot. This is a 6km scenic spot on the Naigai Peninsula that juts out from the mouth of Obama Bay into Wakasa Bay, and you can see the cliffs, strangely shaped rocks, waterfalls, and caves along the coastline on the way to Wakasa Bay after leaving Obama Bay on the Sodomon Pleasure Boat. You can. If the waves are calm, you can dock at the pier behind the main gate and small gate. Fudo Myo-o is standing with the backdrop of the beautiful sea, the main gate, the small gate, and the snowstorm waterfall on the stone steps. It's a nice view. (Original) 国指定の名勝です。小浜湾口から若狭湾に突き出た内外海半島の6kmにわたる絶景地で、「蘇洞門めぐり遊覧船」で小浜湾を出て若狭湾を目指す途中の海岸線一帯の断崖、奇岩、滝、洞門を見ることが出来ます。波が穏やかであれば大門・小門の裏側の船着場に着岸できます。きれいな海や大門・小門、石段の上の吹雪の滝を背にした不動明王が立座しています。良い景色です。

(Translated by Google) Depending on the weather, it's up to your luck whether you can land and set foot on the shore. (lol) But the views are beautiful! (Original) 天候によって着岸して足を踏みいられるかどうかは、あなたの運次第です。（笑） でも景色は美しい！

I am a collector of Ichinomiya Shinto shrine stamps in Japan. I visited Wakasahiko (the supper shrine) which is the Ichinomiya and then went to Wakasahime (the lower, but much grander) shrine about 1km down the road. I visited during obon holidays, and was quite sad to find there were no shrine stamps left in the box. I rang the bell, called the posted phone number (which I heard ringing inside the building, but no answer) and waited almost 45 minutes to see if they were out shopping. But maybe the priest was on a long vacation and the shrine papers had run out. I hope I can contact the shrine and have a goshuin sent to me by post because I live very far. EDIT: we were able to obtain the backdated goshuin. We should have left money at the shrine when we were there. But I sent the cash fee for the shuin plus a stamped envelope and received the shuin a week later with a sweet note. Otherwise, it’s a decent shrine. I enjoyed seeing the old hand washing pump and ship replica.

The shrine consists of two sections holding different deities. The one which built in a place up on higher ground on the foot of a mountain is called Wakasa Hiko Shrine ( located in south ) and another one up on the lower ground is Wakasa Hime Shrine. Together it is called Wakasa Hiko Shrine. Visitors usually start from Hime Shrine. The symbol of the shrine is an image of jewel and wave representing its deity Yamasachihiko gained a power to control the waves when he visited Ryugu Palace and presented jewels. The deity of Hiko Shrine is often worshipped by people in a business of interior carpentry since Hiko shrine is a god of rugs and tatami mats. Hime Shrine is often visited for women to have a safe delivery. The very first one that comes in sight is Wakasa Hime Shrine as you approach here on the road. According to its historical record the establishment of the shrine is 715. The impressive structures as well as its sacred tree called Sennen Sugi ( 1,000 year-old cedar ) of the shrine prove its long-established history. ( Trans-word+ : TGM Japan Guide )

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Another amazing shrine

(Translated by Google) 250715 Manga: Onmyoji (Okano Reiko) I came to Wakasa in pursuit of "Abe no Seimei goes to the Tenno River to pray for rain". Wakasahiko Shrine and Wakasahime Shrine from Uriwari Falls and Unose. Formerly called "Onuki Shrine", it is now called "Wakasahiko Shrine Shimosha" and is known locally as Wakasahime Shrine, the Ichinomiya of Wakasa Province. The enshrined deity is Toyotamahime (Otohime), the guardian deity of maritime safety and bountiful catches. Unose, Shimonegori Shiraishi, Obama City It is said that Wakasahiko and Wakasahime descended on the huge rock where the clear waters of the Onuki River meet and form a pool, so it is related to the rain-making journey. Wakasa's temples and shrines have a gentle atmosphere. Is it because they are covered with abundant water and fluffy moss? I feel like I'm wrapped in relaxing warm water. I want to stay there forever. It's a great space and I had a great time. (Original) 250715 漫画　陰陽師（岡野玲子） 「安倍晴明天の川に行きて雨を祈る」 を追って若狭にやってきました。 瓜割の滝、鵜の瀬からの 若狭彦神社と若狭姫神社です。 以前は「遠敷神社」と呼ばれており 現在は「若狭彦神社　下社」と呼ばれ 地域では、若狭姫神社と呼ばれる 若狭國一の宮です。 御祭神は豊玉姫命（乙姫） 海上安全・海幸大漁の守護神です。 小浜市下根来白石にある鵜ノ瀬 遠敷川の清流が突き当たって 淵をなしている巨巌の上に 若狭彦神、若狭姫神が降臨されたと 伝えられるので 雨乞いの旅に関わります。 若狭の寺社は優しい雰囲気 豊かな水とふわふわの苔に 覆われているからかな？ ゆったり温かな水に 包まれている気分です🍀 ずーっと佇んでいたくなる 良い空間 良い時間でした。

(Translated by Google) Like the Kamisha, I could see the vibrational curtain here too! It's a very comfortable vibrational space! Plus, there are two deities you can only meet here in Japan! They're Yumehiko-no-kami and Yumehime-no-kami. They're said to be the deities who make dreams come true. It seems like a chance encounter, but it wasn't. A world of inevitability created by connecting the dots! When you visit shrines, including Ichinomiya, you can enjoy this kind of thrill with the deities. Thank you for all the connections! (Original) こちらも上社同様に波動カーテンが見えました！ とても心地好い波動空間です！ それに日本でここでしかお逢いできない神さんが二柱居られます！ 夢彦神さんと夢姫神さんです。 夢を叶える神さんとのこと 偶然の出逢いのようで偶然でない。 点と点の結びが描き出す必然的世界！ 一の宮をはじめ神社巡りには こんなトキメキを神さんと一緒に楽しめる。 すべての繋がりに感謝！

(Translated by Google) National Ichinomiya Pilgrimage... Wakasahiko Shrine Located just a stone's throw from the Kamisha Shrine is Shimosha Wakasahime Shrine. The main hall, shrine gate, and zuishinmon gate of both the Kamisha and Shimosha Shrines are designated as cultural assets of Fukui Prefecture. [Enshrined Deity] Toyotamahime-no-Mikoto [Divine Virtues] Protector deity of safe childbirth and childcare, matchmaking, maritime safety, and bountiful catches. [Shrines within the grounds] Nakamiya Shrine Hie Shrine Tamamori Shrine ◆Hie Shrine...Yumehiko-no-Kami and Yumehime-no-Kami (gods who grant dreams) This is said to be the only shrine in Japan dedicated to these deities. ◆Sen-nen Sugi...Metsuke 6m, height 40m Worshipped since ancient times as a symbol of eternal youth and longevity ◆Next to the water basin is the Funatama...A sacred object modeled after a Kitamae-bune (ship) Seven Funatama are enshrined in Obama City. This is a god to whom seafarers pray for safe voyages. I first went to the shrine office after 9:00, but it was closed, so I put 600 yen in the offering box for the written goshuin (temple seal). Afterwards, I had dinner and called the office before leaving. They said they were open, so I returned. Apparently, they're open from 10:00. The office was selling belly bands for safe childbirth. As I walked with my back to the shrine, I came across the first torii gate and the lion dogs...these lion dogs are said to date back to 1880 (Meiji 13). The smooth surface evokes a sense of history. You can park in front of the shrine, but you park next to the irrigation canal, which is a bit like parking on the side of the road, and you could fall off if you're not careful. (Visited August 15, 2025) (Original) 全国一之宮巡り…若狭彦神社 上社から直ぐ近くにある下社の若狭姫神社です。 上社下社ともに本殿・神門・随神門は福井県の文化財に指定されてます。 【御祭神】 豊玉姫命 とよたまひめのみこと 【御神徳】安産育児にご利益・縁結び・ 海上安全・海幸大漁の守護神 【境内社】 中宮神社 日枝神社 玉守神社 ◆日枝神社…夢彦神・夢姫神 (夢を叶える神) 特に祀る神社は全国でもここだけだそうです ◆千年杉…目通 6m 樹高 40m 古来より不老長寿の象徴として信仰 ◆手水の横辺りに、船玉…北前船を模した「船玉」という神体 小浜市には7つの船玉が祀られています。海の民が航海を安全に願う神 最初、9:00過ぎに社務所へ行ったら閉まってて書置き御朱印の金額を賽銭箱へ600円 その後、食事して帰る前に社務所へ電話したらみえたので戻りました。 10:00〜みえるようです。 社務所に安産の腹帯が売ってました。 神社に背を向けて歩いて行くと一の鳥居、狛犬…明治13年1880年の狛犬だそうです。 ツルンとして歴史を感じます。 駐車場は神社の前に路駐するような感じになるけど用水路の横に止めますが気を付けないと落ちそうになります。 (2025.8.15 参拝)

A beautiful temple in the foothills of Obama. The temple was originally a shrine. The main hall has been designated an important cultural property. There is a spring in the grounds that is said to have supplied water to Kyoto.

(Translated by Google) I knew about Omizutori in Nara, but I heard about Omizudori from a drama rebroadcast and decided to visit. ``Omizutori'' is held every year on March 12th at the Nigatsudo Hall of Todaiji Temple in Nara. The water of beginning, which is essential for this ritual, is located at Jinguji Temple. (Omizutori and Omizutori are spring events in which ``perfume'' sent from Obama is said to take 10 days to reach ``Wakasai'' in Nigatsu-do Hall of Todaiji Temple from ``Unose.'') The ``Omizu Okuri'' held on March 2nd is an event in which water drawn from the ``Akaido'' well located on the left side of the main hall of Jinguji Temple is poured out as perfume from the cormorant waters by white-clad mountain priests holding giant torches, and the grounds are dazzling with fresh greenery. (Original) 奈良のお水取りは知っていましたが、お水送りはドラマの再放送で知り訪問。 毎年3月12日に奈良の東大寺二月堂で行われる「お水取り」。この儀式に欠かせないはじまりの水は、神宮寺にあります。（お水取りとお水送りは、小浜から送られる「お香水」が「鵜の瀬」から10日をかけて東大寺二月堂の「若狭井」に届くとされる春の行事） 3月2日に行われる「お水送り」は神宮寺本堂の左手にある「閼伽井戸（あかいど）」で汲まれた水を、巨大松明を掲げた白装束の山伏たちによって鵜の瀬からお香水として流す行事で、新緑が眩い境内です。

(Translated by Google) When we stayed at a private lodging in Obama, we got a ticket to enter one of eight temples in Obama city for free. So, we went to Jinguji Temple, which was Wagatsuma's top recommendation. Even though it was a three-day weekend in November, right in the middle of the autumn foliage season, there was no one there except us, and it was very quiet. We thoroughly enjoyed the rustic architecture of the building, the beauty of the autumn leaves at this time of year, and so on. It was so beautiful that I almost thought maybe we didn't need to see any more autumn leaves this season. (Original) 小浜の一戸貸しの宿に泊まったら、小浜市内の八つの寺院？中からひとつだけ選択して無料で入れるチケットがついていまして。 んで、我妻のイチオシとして、「神宮寺」さん、利用しました。 11月の三連休、紅葉真っ只中というシーズンにも関わらず、私たち以外に人がいなくて、ひっそりとしていて。 建物の激渋さ、この時期の紅葉のきれいさ、などなど、堪能しまくりで。 もう今シーズンは、紅葉みなくてもいいかな？と思うレベル、でした。

(Translated by Google) Go to #Reiozan Jinguji Temple in Wakasa. This place is deeply connected to the ``Omizutori'' ritual that heralds spring at Todaiji Temple in Nara. The syncretism of Shintoism and Buddhism remains, and as a matter of course there are plenty of giant trees, and fluffy moss is spread all over the place like a carpet of clouds. This is a rich Japanese garden! That's what it feels like. However, there were no people at all (lol) It was calm and there was a lot of beautiful water gushing out. *It is drinkable! #Jinguji Temple #Wakasa #Omizutori (Original) 若狭にある　#霊王山神宮寺　へ。 ここは、奈良の東大寺で春を告げる儀式「お水取り」と深い関係のある場所です。神仏習合が色濃く残り、当たり前に巨樹巨木がたっぷりあり、ふかふかの苔が、雲のじゅうたんのようにフワッフワに敷き詰められています。これぞ、豊かな日本の庭園！という感じ。なのに人が全然いませんでした（笑） 穏やかで、美しい水がたくさん湧いていました。※飲用可能です！ #神宮寺 #若狭　#お水取り

(Translated by Google) 250714 Manga: Onmyoji (Okano Reiko) I came to Wakasa in pursuit of "Abe no Seimei goes to Ten no Kawa to pray for rain". The story goes that Abe no Seimei is given melons for rainmaking at Uriwari Falls, and he starts the rainmaking ceremony by letting one of them float in Unose. Speaking of Unose, it is closely related to the historical event that has been going on for 1300 years, which is said to be connected to Nara and Wakasa by a water vein, and the "Omizutori" ceremony at Nigatsudo Hall of Todaiji Temple in Nara, which is held on March 12th, and the "Omizutori" ceremony at Jingu-ji Temple in Obama City, which is held on March 2nd before that. The water is drawn from the "Aka-i" well of Wakasa Jingu-ji Temple, carried to "Unose" about 2km away, and poured into the Onikigawa River at Unose. The water then reaches the "Wakasa-i" well of Todai-ji Temple's Nigatsu-do Hall, where the "Omizutori" ceremony takes place. What a magnificent ceremony, I thought. The water-rich Wakasa is connected to Nara, where Buddhas gather, and even to Kumano. Perhaps people in the past knew more about this. As a Shinbutsu-shūgō temple, Jingu-ji Temple is a place where gods and Buddhas coexist. That's also wonderful. The shimenawa rope in the main hall of Jingu-ji Temple. The roof decorations of elephants and tapirs in the main hall. And the Aka-i. I felt like I was enveloped in the rich water of history, transcending time and space. (Original) 250714 漫画　陰陽師（岡野玲子） 「安倍晴明天の川に行きて雨を祈る」 を追って若狭にやってきました。 安倍晴明は 瓜割の滝で 雨乞いのための瓜を授かり そのうちの１つを鵜の瀬に流し 雨乞いの儀式を始めるという話です。 鵜の瀬といえば ３月１２日に行われる 奈良東大寺二月堂「お水取り」 それに先がけて ３月２日に行われる 小浜市神宮寺の｢お水送り｣ 奈良と若狭が水脈でつながっていると 言い伝えられ１３００年続く 歴史的な行事と深く関係します。 若狭神宮寺の 「閼伽井」で汲んだ「お香水」を 約２km離れた「鵜の瀬」に運び 鵜の瀬の遠敷川に流し入れるお水送り するとお香水は 東大寺二月堂の井戸「若狭井」に届き 「お水取り」が行われる。 なんて壮大な儀式と思い 水豊かな若狭から 仏が集う奈良へ さらには熊野まで つながっているという 昔の人のほうが いろんなことを 知っていたのではないかな？ 神宮寺は神仏習合の寺院として 神と仏が共にある場所です。 それもまた素敵 神宮寺の本堂に注連縄 本堂の中にゾウとバクの屋根飾り そして 閼伽井 時空を超えて 豊潤な歴史の水に包まれる気分でした。

(Translated by Google) A rare Shinto-Buddhist temple in Japan! It's also famous for the Omizutori ceremony, so we decided to make the effort to visit. *Located at the foot of the mountain, it has a quiet atmosphere! 2025.10.29 (Original) 全国でも珍しい神仏習合の寺院！お水取りでも有名なので、足を伸ばし訪れました。 ※山裾にあり、静かな雰囲気！ 2025.10.29

(Translated by Google) Admission fee: 500 yen The moss-covered shrine was very beautiful. The trees were large, and there was much to see. (Original) 参拝料　500円 苔がむしていて、とてもきれいでした。 木々も大きく、見どころが多いです。

You must visit the museum free of charge! Can not believe such a detailed and pleasant history and information on the city! Easy to understand with very kind and interactive explanation!

This museum offers information about the history of food in Japan. It tells the story of how Obama City was the entrance from the sea to the old capital of Japan. Realistic wax sculptures give a very detailed view of the different varieties of food within Japan. On the second floor of the building, you can partake in different hands-on traditional crafting experiences. You can polish your own chopsticks and jewelry, of buy something beautiful from the shop. The instructors are very friendly and helpful during the crafting process. The museum is free to visit. You don't need to pay a fee. You pay a small fee for the optional crafting experiences on the second floor. Within the same building, but on the left side of the entrance, you can find a spa and restaurant with delicious fried seafood and other local dishes.

Such a cool little spot. You can do cultural experience here and make your own wax food or make special paper or chopsticks! Highly recommend.

Made chop sticks with the Master Chop Sticker!! Seriously this was really fun.

Museum detailing the culture of food around Japan but mostly centered around Kansai. They also have english descriptions.

Very interesting (and free) museum on the food history and culture. Very informative. The exhibits are quite comprehensive. Some come with English explanation. The second floor has a series of workshops. You can try making local crafts for a fee, especially the chopsticks. The method of production is unique to the area.

Very nice hotspring with in the building. bring your own towel.

This unique city has historical temples and fresh underground water that runs forever!

Nice and quiet

(Translated by Google) I visited you on a weekday morning. I was very happy to be able to take a leisurely stroll, talk with the locals, and learn about the scenery of the past. It's a residential area where people still live, so I don't want it to be full of tourists, but I think Obama should be promoted more as a selling point for such a wonderful place. (Original) 平日の朝方お邪魔させていただきました。 のんびり散策し、地元の方とお話しでき、昔の情景も教えてもらえて大満足でした。 今でも住まれている住宅地なので観光客だらけにはなって欲しくはありませんが、こんな素敵な場所があることをもっと小浜の売りとして宣伝すべきでは。

(Translated by Google) I visited this place while sightseeing in Obama. The old townscape has been well preserved, with buildings from the Meiji, Taisho, and Showa eras still intact, and there is also a museum. The stories told by the local people really left a lasting impression on me. (Original) 小浜観光の際に訪れました。古い町並みがしっかり保存され明治、大正、昭和の建物がそのまま保存され資料館もあります。 とても地元の方のお話は心に残りました。

(Translated by Google) They remain in good condition, mainly in the Sanchocho area, which is famous for its teahouse architecture. Very beautiful townscape✨ If you like it, I think you can enjoy it all day. I had no idea that such a wonderful place existed in Fukui. It seems that the town layout, which is different from modern times, remains almost unchanged. (Original) 茶屋建築で有名な三丁町界隈を中心に、とても良く残っています。 とても美しい町並み✨ 好きな方なら一日楽しめると思います。福井にこんな素敵な場所があるとは全く知りませんでした。 現代と違う町割りがほぼそのまま残っていると思われます。

(Translated by Google) Visited on October 12, 2025. I didn't have high expectations when I visited this place, including it as part of my Fukui sightseeing itinerary, but I was pleasantly surprised by its sheer size. There was a market being held in the town on the day, so it wasn't really a place to simply enjoy the old town atmosphere, but the rows of old buildings were still impressive, and it was a fun town just to walk around. If you enjoy strolling through old towns, I think this is a spot worth making one of the highlights of your Fukui trip. (Original) 2025/10/12訪問。 そこまで期待せずに福井観光の行程の一つに入れて訪れましたが、その規模の大きさにいい意味で裏切られました。 この日は町並みの中でマルシェが催されていたので、純粋に古い町の雰囲気を楽しむという感じではなかったのですが、それでも古い建物がズラリと建ち並ぶ様子は圧巻で、ただ歩くだけで楽しい町でした。 古い町並みを散策するのが好きな人は福井旅のメインの一つに入れてもいいスポットだと思います。

(Translated by Google) There are many ordinary houses. It seems difficult to preserve them uniformly, but the Koshin statues give them an old-fashioned feel. I didn't really understand the well mark. (Original) 普通の住宅が多いですね なかなか統一性をもって保存するのは難しそうですが　庚申様を飾って昔ながらの風情を出しています 井戸のマークと言うのが良く解りませんでした

(Translated by Google) This is a museum about the history and culture of the Wakasa region. The exhibits are very good. Since the area is not easily accessible by public transportation, I rented an electric-assisted bicycle from Obama Station to get there. (Original) 若狭地域の歴史と文化についてのミュージアム。充実した展示が非常に良い。公共交通機関が不便な地域のため、アクセスは小浜駅から電動アシスト付きのレンタサイクルを利用しました。

(Translated by Google) I went to the Wakasa History Museum, located near Higashi Obama Station. Naturally, I went there to worship at the "Wakasa: Mountain Buddhas, Village Buddhas" exhibition. The reception and museum shop are on the first floor, and you can also purchase catalogs for special exhibitions here. Special exhibitions are held in the exhibition room on the second floor. The permanent venue on the first floor also houses the standing statue of Shokannon Bodhisattva from Shorenji Temple, an Important Cultural Property, and several other Buddha statues, including a replica of Acala from Jozenji Temple. (Original) 東小浜駅にある「若狭歴史博物館」です。もちろん『若狭　山のみほとけ、村のほとけ』展を拝仏するためです。 一階はが受付とミュージアムショップとなり、特別展の図録もこちらで買えます。 特別展は二階の展示室で開催されています。 また、一階の常設の会場に重要文化財の青蓮寺の聖観音菩薩立像があり、レプリカの常禅寺の不動明王様など複数の仏様があります。

(Translated by Google) It was my second visit. This time I went to see the special exhibition: Who are Onmyoji? It had a lot of explanatory text, so I took a lot of time to read it. I regret that I should have rented the audio guide at the entrance. Items from the event held at a museum in Chiba are on display, and you can enjoy the content even more if you pick up a worksheet at the entrance. It's also fun to get something from the gacha gacha when you answer the quiz🎶The permanent exhibition can be viewed for free, and the display of Buddhist statues, including replicas, is overwhelming. Although it is a small autonomous region, I thought it had a wonderful level of culture. (Original) 2度目の来館でした。今回は特別展　陰陽師とは何者かを見に行きました。説明文が多かったので時間をかけて読みました。入り口で音声ガイドを借りればよかったと後悔。千葉の博物館で開催された内容の物が展示されていて、ワークシートを入り口で受け取ると、より内容が楽しめます。そのクイズに答えるとガチャガチャで何かがもらえるのも楽しい🎶常設展は無料で見られるのですが、レプリカも含め、仏像の展示が圧巻です。小さな自治区ですが素晴らしい文化度だと思いました。

(Translated by Google) This is the highlight of a local history museum. Due to the bizarre decision of Nara Prefecture politicians, the Onmyoji ritual implements of the Tsuchimikado lineage (i.e. Abe no Seimei lineage) were at risk of being discarded, but this museum managed to quickly retrieve them and immediately display them in an Onmyoji-related exhibition that was originally scheduled to be held. The exhibition related to Sugita Genpaku was also of a high standard. In other prefectures, there are many history museums that are only in name, but this one is completely different. The special exhibitions and special exhibitions are well worth the trip from other prefectures. (Original) 地方の歴史博物館の白眉。奈良県の政治家による異様な判断から、廃棄される可能性すらあった土御門系統（つまり安倍晴明系統）の陰陽師祭礼具をすぐ引き取り、その直後に元々開催予定の陰陽師関連の展覧会で即座に公開したという事を成し遂げる博物館。杉田玄白関連の展覧会もレベルが高かった。他県では名前だけの歴史博物館は多々あるが、ここは全く違う。特別展や特別公開等の企画は他県から足を運ぶ価値が十分にある。

(Translated by Google) Although the Buddha statue is a replica, I think it's nice to be able to see it up close. I get the impression that there are a lot of Amida-san and Fudo-san...but the sect is not a Pure Land sect such as Shingon, so I wonder if it was originally a Pure Land sect but changed due to historical background... I felt that there were many temples like that in Obama as well. I think you can learn about the history of Wakasa. I was impressed by the polite way the receptionist greeted me by asking, ``Where are you coming from?'' (Original) 仏像が複製品ではありますが間近で見れるのは良いと思います。 阿弥陀さんとお不動さんが多い印象…でも宗派としては真言宗など浄土系の宗派ではないので、元々は浄土系の宗派だったのが歴史的な背景で変わったのかと… 小浜の方でもそんな感じのお寺が多いように感じました。 若狭の歴史について知ることが出来ると思います。 受付の方が「どこからお越しですか？」と丁寧に挨拶を兼ねて対応してくださるのが印象的でした。

(Translated by Google) There are exhibits on history and folklore from the Jomon period to modern times, and if you come to Higashi-Obama to visit ancient Wakasa, such as Ichinomiya and Kokubunji, you can't miss a visit to the Wakasa History Museum. It's a good idea to go to places where there are no Kokubunji temples or related facilities, and get a feel for the place, and then take a look at the literature and historical background that you might not know about. There weren't the exhibits I wanted, but I think I can get a general idea. A very good facility for locals and tourists alike. However, I would appreciate it if you could prepare leaflets for each historical site. #20230806 ♯Visit the ruins of Echizen Wakasa Omi Iga Ise Ichinomiya Soja Kokufu Ruins and Kokubunso Nunnery Temple Day 2: Soja Shrine → Wakasahime Shrine → Wakasahiko Shrine → Wakasa Kokubunji Temple → Around the estimated Wakasa Kokufu Ruins (FamilyMart Obama Higashi Market Store) → Fukui Prefectural Wakasa History Museum (Original) 縄文から近現代までの歴史、民俗の展示がなされているが、当地東小浜に一宮や国分寺など古代若狭を訪ねに来たのであれば、この若狭歴史博物館見学は外せないと思う。 国分寺や関連施設さえない国府跡推定地などは赴いて現地を実感され、そこで知れない文献上や歴史背景に関してはここで改めて見返してみるといい。 欲しているまでの展示物はなかったが、概略は掴めると思う。 地元民にも観光者にも非常にいい施設。 ただ、望むらくは、各史跡ごとにリーフレットを用意していただけると有難い。 ♯20230806 ♯越前若狭近江伊賀伊勢一宮総社国府跡国分僧尼寺跡巡り 2日目：総社神社→若狭姫神社→若狭彦神社→若狭国分寺跡→若狭国府跡推定地周辺（ファミリーマート小浜東市場店）→福井県立若狭歴史博物館

(Translated by Google) There was an event there, and it was free to enter. I learned a lot about the historical importance of Wakasa. I also found the corner that collected and explained festivals from the Wakasa region very interesting. I learned that Wakasa had strong ties to the capital, but also had connections with the Kanto region due to the influence of the feudal lord. I'd like to go again. (Original) イベントがあり、無料で利用できました。 若狭の歴史的な重要性などがよくわかりました。それと、若狭地域の祭りを集めて説明したコーナーがなかなか興味深かったです。都とのつながりが深い若さですが、藩主の影響で関東ともつながりがあったことがわかりました。また行こうと思います。

(Translated by Google) I visited because I love hydrangeas. It was a weekday so I was the only one there. An ancient temple that was founded 1300 years ago. I enjoyed a leisurely stroll through the shrine grounds, calming my mind while feeling nature along the quiet, historic approach. They also had a bell. (Original) あじさいが大好きなので訪問しました。平日なので私だけでした。 創建より1300年の古刹。歴史を感じる静かな参道を自然を感じながら心を落ち着かせ、ゆっくり境内散策を楽しみました。 鐘もつかせてもりいました。

(Translated by Google) The extremely elegant main hall is reminiscent of the connection with the capital. It is no wonder that Obama is called the Nara of the sea. "It is said that Gyoki founded it in response to an imperial order from Emperor Gensho in the second year of the Jinki era. He named it Houjuzan and carved a standing statue of the eleven-headed Bodhisattva Shinon, life-size to the Emperor, as its base. In the seventh year of the Eikyou era, it again suffered a fire, and Emperor Gohanazono ordered Abe no Yasutomo to rebuild it, which was completed in the fourth year of Bun'an. This is the main hall that exists today. The temple grounds are surrounded by mountains on three sides, and the ruins of Tenga Castle stand at the back" (Hokuriku, Ministry of Railways). (Original) ものすごく優雅な本堂は都との繋がりを思わせてしまう。小浜が海の奈良と称されるのも頷ける。 「神亀二年元正天皇の勅命を奉じて行基が之を開創したものといはれ、鳳聚山と號し、天皇御等身の十一面親音菩薩立像を刻んで本とした。永享七年に再び火災に罹り、後花園天皇は安倍康季に造営を命じ給ひ文安四年に落成した。現在の本堂がそれである。境内は三面が山で背後に天ヶ城阯がある」（『北陸』鉄道省）。

(Translated by Google) The most famous temple in Wakasa. I majored in Japanese medieval history during my university days, and my graduation thesis was on the shipping of the Sea of ​​Japan, so I was familiar with Haga-dera Temple's history. The main hall and statues of Eleven-faced Kannon, Bishamonten, and the Thousand-Armed Bodhisattva have been designated as important cultural properties of the country. In particular, the eleven-faced Kannon statue is a sight to behold, as its coloring remains well preserved due to its history as a hidden Buddhist temple. The pillars of the main hall are also made of fine materials, making it a valuable building from the Muromachi period. On the day I visited, it was over 30°C hot, but inside the main hall it was so cool that it felt like a cold air was drifting through the air. (Original) 若狭の寺の中でも最も著名なお寺。 大学時代に日本中世史を専攻し、日本海海運を卒論テーマとした自分にとって羽賀寺縁起の方でよく知っていた。 本堂と十一面観音、毘沙門天、千手菩薩像が国の重要文化財に指定されている。特に十一面観音は秘仏とされていた経緯から彩色がよく残っており見応えがある。 本堂の柱も立派な材が使われており、室町時代の貴重な建造物である。 訪れた日は30°Cを超える暑さだったが、本堂の中は別世界で冷気すら漂うような涼しさだった。

(Translated by Google) This is Hagaji Temple, a Shingon sect temple. It is said to have been founded by the high-ranking Japanese monk Gyoki Shonin. It is also said that this temple was a large temple with 18 stunning studs around the temple. However, only the main hall remains today. This main hall was designated as a specialized certificate in 1962, and demolition and repairs were completed in 1966. There are many other standing statues designated as a major text, and the "Eleven-Face Kannon Bodhisattva" is an standing statue with high archaeological value. There is a large parking lot, and if you walk further you will find ``Chumon'' and ``Kaizando'', which will guide you once you have applied to visit. Without applying, if you continue along the road (approach), you can climb the stairs and head towards the main hall. You can also make a bell in front of the main hall, but it is best to follow the instructions. This temple is very impressive with its large hall in the quiet mountains. I think this is one of the essential temples when visiting temples in Wakasa. The name of the mountain, ``Hojushan,'' is said to have been given because a phoenix appeared long ago and left its feathers behind. (Original) 真言宗の寺院「羽賀寺(はがじ)」です。日本の高僧である「行基上人」によって創建されたそうです。またこの寺院は、往時は周辺に18坊も存在した大きなお寺だったそうです。しかし現在は本堂のみが残っています。 この本堂は昭和37年に重文指定を受け、昭和41年に解体修理が完了しました。 その他重文指定の立像も多く、中でも「十一面観音菩薩立像」は考古学的価値の高い立像なのだそうです。 駐車場も広く、更に歩いて進むと「中門」と「開山堂」があり、こちらで参拝の申込みを済ませると案内していただけます。申込みをせずとも、そのまま道路(参道)を進むと、その先階段を登って本堂に向かうことができます。本堂前の鐘もつくことができますが、手順を守って行うといいです。 ひっそりとした山間に大きなお堂がとても印象的なお寺です。若狭のお寺巡りには欠かせない寺院の一つだと思いました。 なお、山名の「鳳聚山」ですが、その昔鳳凰が現れて羽を残していったことから、付けられたそうです。

(Translated by Google) The principal image, the 11-faced Kannon statue, is very beautiful, and the guides are very attentive. The 33 standing Kannon statues on the shelf behind the main image were also impressive. The sound of the bell ringing in the very quiet precincts permeates the area. I would like to reread ``Pilgrimage to the Eleven-Faced Kannon'' written by Masako Hakushu. Of course, photography inside the building is prohibited. (Original) ご本尊の十一面観音立像がたいへん素晴らしく、案内の方の心遣いも気持ちの良いところです。 ご本尊の裏側の棚にある三十三体の観音立像も圧巻でした。 とても静かな境内で鳴らす鐘の音が染み入ります。 白州正子氏著書の「十一面観音巡礼」を読み返してみたいです。 もちろん館内撮影禁止です。

(Translated by Google) The 5th temple of the Hokuriku Thirty-Three Kannon Sacred Sites. Instead of using the shortcut from the parking lot, I went back to the front and took the approach to the temple marker, which looked like a country path and the double cherry blossoms were in full bloom, which I personally liked. If you go further, you will find a guide map of Hagaji temple grounds, and if you follow it, you will arrive at the bell tower and main hall. The door on the left side facing the main hall is open, and when you enter through it, there will be a staff member there, and you will have to pay the ¥400 admission fee. After burning incense in the center, pass through the entrance on the left to the front of the Gohonzon. There, the person in charge will explain the history of Haga Temple and the Buddhist statues. Afterwards, I was asked to come and see it up close, and I was able to see it quite closely. How about ¥400 just to see the main hall? I thought for a moment, but I think it's worth it. Of course, photography is prohibited. (Original) 北陸三十三観音霊場の５番札所。駐車場からの近道を使わず、正面へ戻って寺標までの参道が田舎の小道っぽくて八重桜も綺麗に咲いていて、個人的には好みでした。さらに進むと羽賀寺境内案内図があり、それをたよりに進むと、鐘楼や本堂に辿り着きます。本堂むかって左側の扉が開いていてそこから中へ入ると、係りの方がいらっしゃるので、拝観料￥400を支払います。中央でお線香をあげてから左側の入り口から御本尊正面へ通されます。そこで、羽賀寺や仏像の歴史などの説明を係りの方が語ってくれます。その後、お近くでご覧になってくださいといわれ、かなり間近で拝観する事ができました。本堂の拝観のみでの￥400ってどうなの？って一瞬は思いましたが、これはその価値があると思います。もちろん撮影は禁止ですけどね。

(Translated by Google) My kids came to Maizuru Red Brick Park because of Kantai Collection. As a result, we had put off making a pilgrimage because it is so far from home and because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Although it was my first time there, we were able to get there smoothly thanks to the navigation system. You will be greeted by hydrangeas just starting to bloom at the entrance. After climbing the stairs, you will find the entrance to the left of the main hall. Just then, the head priest was explaining about the temple to visitors. After the explanation, the head priest gave us a goshuin (red seal) with the Hokuriku Kannon Sacred Site and a goshuin (red seal) with the Hokuriku Fudoson Sacred Site. Thank you very much. Either way, I have business in Obama City to go on a pilgrimage and get goshuin, so I'll come again! (Original) 子供が、艦これの影響で舞鶴の赤レンガパークにやって来ました。 その流れで､家からとても遠いのとコロナ禍の影響で巡礼が遠のいていました。 初めてやって来たわりに、ナビのおかげさまでスムーズに着くことができました。 入り口が、咲き初めの紫陽花がお迎えしてくださっています。 階段を､登ると本堂の左側に入り口があります。ちょうど、ご住職様が参拝のお客様にお寺の説明をしておられます。 説明の終了後、ご住職様に北陸観音霊場の綴りの御朱印と北陸不動尊霊場の綴りの御朱印をいただきました。ありがとうございました。 どっちにしても、巡礼に伺い御朱印をもらいに小浜市に来る用事があるのでまた来よっと！

Very serene and peaceful temple. When we visited around 15:00 on a Saturday, there were no other visitors there until we left. You can easily see that it is a very old temple, but it is still preserved exceptionally. We cycled there by renting an e-bike from the Obama Tourist Information Centre, and the nearby fields were also very pretty.

Awesome! Very old and magnificent Buddhist temple. Main hall and Three storied pagoda are national treasures, which are only treasures designated in this prefecture. You will have detailed history and background of this temple by a good explanation monk.

A Buddhist temple of the Shingon sect Buddhism. The main temple building and pagoda are designated national treasures. You can go into the main hall, there are some interesting statues inside. It's really a peaceful place.

We went late May, and although we miss the Sakura season and the beautiful garden flowers-it was still very majestic and serene. The temple is on the outskirts of Fukui; out in the countryside. It’s so quiet here, we visited on a Saturday morning and were the only visitors. The monks scurried to meet us after we passed the temple gates at the top of the stairs. Further admission is 500 yen/per person. It’s worth it-there’s a beautiful pagoda at the top and the monk gave us a very nice tour. My only regret is not knowing enough Japanese to understand what could be some rich history here. There’s a pond to the left after you enter the temple gates, and the trees were red as if it had skipped over summer and into fall already.

Myotsuji Temple : Myotsuji Temple is located in eastern part of Obama City. The temple belongs to Shingon sect of Buddhism. It was established in 806 when Sakanoue Tamuramaro curved three bodies of statuesout of one single trunk of an oak tree. The purpose of placing those statues in this place was to appease the spirits of aristocracies of his time as well as his wish for the peace. Tamuramaro was a general served for Imperial court who was on the mission to subjugate barbarians. Those three statues ( very important cultural assets ) are kept in the main hall of the temple. The one on the center is the main object of worship called Yakushi Nyorai Statue believed to have healing power with his left hand holding a cup filled with elixer ( heals all kind of illness). The rooftop of the main hall and three-story pagoda are elaborately constructed with bark of Japanese cypress called Hinoki. A wooden tatue of Fudomyo-o of this temple is another very important cultural asset, but this one was moved to Haga Temple also located in Obama City in an event of fire occured in 20th century.Those impressive structures of the temple are built in 13th century. The three-story pagoda is a symbolic structure of this temple. After passing through a point where you pay 500 yen to make your entrance to the main part of the temple there is a long fllight of stone steps leading your way to the main hall. Once you arrived at the main hall you will be welcomed by a priest of Myotsuji offering a guide inside. There are 3 ponds in its precincts where you can see many impressively colorful brocade Koi ( carps ) swiming. You are allowed to feed food sold at the temple for 100 yen. ( Trans-word+ : TGM Japan Guide )

A beautiful, old little shrine surrounded by wooded hills.

Visited in the morning and was the only visitor. Wonderfully calm and serene. 500 yen entry.

Thank you for your help! My son and in rented electric bikes (with helmet too) here andb4 hours was perfect. 1350 yen. Got to see a lot thst we may not hsve been to see on foot. Made chopsticks too!!

Very friendly and helpful staff. We asked about local seafood and temples, and were also given info on local POIs and English phone guides too!

Excellent! Nice girl speaks excellent English

(Translated by Google) I rented a bicycle when sightseeing in Obama. I came here around 3pm on a weekday. The receptionist was very courteous and I was able to use an electric bicycle for the first time with confidence. Up until now, I had mostly traveled by car, but I found it easier to turn around on a bicycle, and it was a lot of fun to take photos and eat snacks at various locations. Located in front of Obama Station, it is convenient for both trains and cars. I would like to use it again next time. (Original) 小浜観光の際に自転車をレンタルしました。 平日の午後3時ごろ参りました。 受付の方がとても丁寧にご対応くださり、初めての電動自転車も安心して利用ができました。 今までは車で回ることが多かったのですが、自転車の方が小回りも効き、色々な場所によりながら写真を撮影したり、おやつを食べたり、とても楽しかったです。 小浜駅前にあり、電車でも車でも便利です。 また次回も利用したいと思いました。

(Translated by Google) In addition to the staff stationed at the information counter, there were various tourist pamphlets and flyers available. We also provide bicycle rental and luggage storage services. In addition to several types of canned mackerel, the merchandise corner also sold craft items such as painted chopsticks and Daruma dolls. (Original) 対面の案内カウンターにスタッフが常駐しているほか、観光パンフレットやチラシも色々ありました。レンタサイクル、手荷物預かりサービスもしています。 物販コーナーでは数種類のサバの缶詰のほか、塗り箸やダルマなどの工芸品も販売していました。

(Translated by Google) There are no coin lockers at Obama Station, but they are installed here so that they can be seen from the station. (Original) 小浜駅にコインロッカーはありませんが、ここに駅から見えるように設置してあります。

(Translated by Google) The bicycle rentals available here are extremely convenient for sightseeing in Obama City. (Original) 小浜市内の観光には、ここで借りることができるレンタサイクルが非常に便利。

(Translated by Google) A garden where successive Obama feudal lords were healed. As I watch the refreshing wind blowing up from the valley, which feels like an eternity of history, swaying the fresh green maple trees, I feel as if the flow of time has stopped for a while 😌 (Original) 歴代の小浜藩主が癒された庭園。悠久の歴史を感じる谷筋から吹き上がってくる爽やかな風が新緑のモミジを揺らす様子を眺めていると、暫し時間⏳の流れが止まったように感じます😌

(Translated by Google) I think the head priest is a famous old man, but he's elderly, hard of hearing, has poor eyesight, and moves slowly, so I gave him my stamp book first, and when he came back, it still hadn't been filled in. I was in a bit of a hurry, so I was a bit worried. But I can forgive him because he's a cute priest. (Original) たぶん名物おじいちゃんの御住職だと思われるのですが御高齢で耳も遠く目も悪く 動きも遅いので御朱印帳を先に渡しておいて 回って戻ってきてもまだ記帳されてませんでした。ちょっと急いでたので焦りました。 でも可愛い御住職なので許せます。

(Translated by Google) 250504 I went there on the Tsuruga Obama tour. This was the seventh temple of the eight temples we visited. It was a very impressive temple. Thank you very much. I received a temple seal. The head priest must have been quite elderly, and he was very slow to respond and apologise for being late, which was impressive. (Original) 250504 敦賀小浜ツアーで行きました。 八寺巡りの七寺目でした。とても立派なお寺さんでした。ありがとうございました。御朱印拝受しました。相当のご高齢の住職さんでしょうか、ゆっくりと対応され、遅くなって謝ってるのが印象的でした。

(Translated by Google) Mantoku-ji Temple is one of the Eight Temples of Obama, and is famous as a temple to go to for its compassion. The beautifully maintained "buried stone landscape garden" that makes use of the mountain slope has been selected as one of the "100 Best Autumn Foliage Spots in Japan." Even when it's not autumn foliage season, the garden is beautiful in all seasons. I'm sure the Emperor has also admired the garden during his breaks. The seated statue of Amida Nyorai in the main hall has a calm and gentle face, and you'll want to look at it forever. (Original) 萬徳寺は小浜八ケ寺巡りの一つで、慈悲深さから駆け込み寺としても有名です。 山の斜面を利用した「埋石式山水庭園」は素晴らしく手入れされ「日本紅葉百選」に選ばれています。 秋の紅葉シーズンでなくても四季折々の姿が素敵な庭園です。 天皇陛下もご休憩で庭園を愛でられたことと思います。 御本堂の「阿弥陀如来坐像」は穏やかで優しいお顔をされていて、いつまでも見ていたい気持ちになりました。

(Translated by Google) One of the 8 Obama Temples. A tranquil Buddha temple with a beautiful garden. If you're not driving, the easiest way to get there is by renting an electric bicycle from Obama Station. (Original) オバマ・８テンプルズのひとつ。庭園が非常に良い落ち着いたブッダ・テンプル。アクセスは自動車以外なら小浜駅から電動レンタサイクルを使うのが無難。

(Translated by Google) You pay 400 yen at the entrance and enter. There is a beautiful garden in front of you. If you go up the stairs on the left, you will find the main hall with a Buddha statue. The Buddha statue has a gentle expression. (Original) 入り口にて400円払って中に入ります。正面にきれいなお庭があります。さらに左手のほうの階段を上っていくと、仏像の入った本堂があります。穏やかな顔された仏像でした。

(Translated by Google) I walked 7.5km on my morning walk. The pamphlet states that the temple was named Mantoku-ji in 1602 after a donation from Kyogoku Takatsugu. The garden is wonderful, with 1,500m2 of white sand spread over the grounds. The huge stone in the center of the dry landscape garden represents Dainichi Nyorai. In spring, the azaleas, sasanquas and camellias, and in autumn the autumn leaves are spectacular. The pond is home to forest tree frogs, and their spawning has been reported in the local newspaper. (Original) 朝の散歩で7.5Km歩いて来ました、1602年京極高次の寄進を受け萬徳寺の寺号にしたとパンフレットに記載されています、庭園が素晴らしく1,500㎡に白砂が敷きつめられ枯山水風の書院庭園中央の巨石は大日如来を表している、春はつつじ、さつき、椿、秋は紅葉が見ごたえあります、池にはモリアオガエルが生息し産卵が地元新聞の記事になっています。

(Translated by Google) It was a very nice and quiet location. You can see the 24-faced Senju Kannon, the principal image of Buddha, right in front of your eyes, and there are many other things to see, such as the Four Heavenly Kings, the Senju Kannon that stood in front of the statue when it was a hidden Buddha, and the 28-butsu. I was able to pray in a really calming atmosphere. There are few people and you can enjoy the view in a relaxed manner. It is one of the Eight Temples of Obama. (Original) 静かな場所でとても良かったです。 ご本尊の２４面千手観音も目の前でお参りでき、四天王や、以前秘仏であったとき御前立ちの千手観音や二十八部衆など見所たくさんですが、境内にある杉や苔むしている雰囲気など本当に心穏やかにお参りできました。 人も少なくゆっくりのんびりと拝観できます。 小浜八ヶ寺のひとつです。

(Translated by Google) The Thousand-Armed Kannon statue encased in a cabinet can be worshiped inside the elegant main hall. It exudes the atmosphere of a quiet mountain temple. The stone walls of the approach to the temple are also magnificent. "It belongs to the Kogi Shingon sect and is said to have been founded by Kukai. The main hall is five bays square, has a single story and a four-tiered roof made of tile, and its style and techniques suggest it was built in the Kamakura period. Along with the main hall of Myozuji Temple, it is regarded as a representative relic of Kamakura period architecture in the Hokuriku region. The principal image is a Thousand-Armed Kannon statue placed in a rock cave" (Hokuriku, Ministry of Railways). (Original) 優美な本堂内に厨子に納めてある千手観音像が拝められる。静かな山寺の趣が漂う。参道の石垣も立派。 「古義真言宗に属し、空海の開創と傳へる。本堂は方五間、單層、屋根は四注造、瓦葺でその様式手法等から鎌倉時代の建立らしく明通寺本堂と共に北陸地方に於ける鎌倉時代建築の代表的な遺構と目されてゐる。本尊は岩窟中に安置された千手観音像である」（『北陸』鉄道省）。

(Translated by Google) Myoraku-ji Temple is one of the eight Obama temples, and is the oldest temple in Obama, founded by Kukai in the Heian period. The wooden 24-faced Thousand-armed Kannon standing statue that can be seen up close is truly magnificent! Surrounded by the colorful statues of the Four Heavenly Kings, it's like a mandala world. The atmosphere of the temple grounds, with its large trees and moss-covered approach sparkling in light, is irresistible! (Original) 妙楽寺は小浜八ヶ寺巡りの一つで、平安時代に空海が建立した小浜で最も歴史あるお寺さんです。 間近で見られる木造二十四面千手観音立像は本当に素晴らしいの一言っ！ 色鮮やかな四天王像に囲まれて曼荼羅の世界そのものです。 大きな樹々と光に輝く苔の参道から境内の雰囲気もたまりません！

(Translated by Google) It is a quiet temple with beautiful greenery. The best part here is that you can see the Senju Kannon right in front of your eyes! I love visiting temples, and I've been to many temples, but I've never seen one so close up! The quality of the construction of the Buddha statues is extremely high, and you can see each hand and face up close, so it is definitely recommended for Buddhist statue enthusiasts. The admission fee is cheap, and the fact that the old lady at the temple will kindly guide you around is also a plus. It was not possible to take photos of Senju Kannon, so I will post a photo from the pamphlet. If you come to Obama, this is the place you should stop by. (≧∇≦)b (Original) 緑がきれいで、静かなお寺です。 ここの、一番の見せ場は、千手観音を目の前で見れるとこでしょう！ 寺巡り好きで、いろんなお寺に行きましたが、ここまで間近で見れるところはないですね！ 仏像の、造作クオリティもめちゃくちゃ高く、手の一本一本、顔の一つ一つが間近で見れますので、仏像マニアの方には絶対のお薦めです。 拝観料も安く、お寺のおばあちゃんが丁寧に案内してくれたのもポイント高いですね。 千手観音は、撮影不可でしたので、パンフレットの写真を上げておきます。 小浜に来たら、よるべき一箇所です。 (≧∇≦)b

(Translated by Google) After paying the ¥400 admission fee and entering the shrine, there was a stream along the approach, giving it a unique atmosphere. However, I was a little confused by how much it was left unattended. I received a pamphlet at the entrance, but it didn't explain the history of the temple or the Kannon statue, but there was an explanation player inside the main hall, so you could press a button and the explanation would play. Although it was done...I felt a little disappointed. (Original) 拝観料￥400を払い中へ入ると参道途中に沢があり、独特の雰囲気がありました。ただ、あまりの放置っぷりに少々困惑。入り口で冊子を一枚頂いたのですが、それにもお寺の歴史や観音像の説明は無く、本堂の中に説明用のプレーヤーが一台置いてあり、ボタンを押せば説明が流れるように準備はされてはいたのですが・・・少し残念な感じがしました。

(Translated by Google) I visited Wakasa Kannon as a pilgrimage. The standing statue of Senju Kannon, an important cultural property, and the surrounding shrine were wonderful. I was deeply moved by its overwhelming power. The wooden main hall and Jizo hall also gave the temple a very historical feel. (Original) 若狭観音巡礼でお参りしました。 重要文化財の千手観音立像、周りの厨子は素晴らしいものでした。 圧倒的迫力に感激しました。 また本堂、地蔵堂の木造もとても歴史を感じさせてくれるお寺でした。

(Translated by Google) I received a hand-written goshuin stamp. (Original) 直書き御朱印いただきました。

I am a collector of Ichinomiya Shinto shrine stamps in Japan. I visited Wakasahiko (the supper shrine) which is the Ichinomiya and then went to Wakasahime (the lower, but much grander) shrine about 1km down the road. I visited during obon holidays, and was quite sad to find there were no shrine stamps left in the box. I rang the bell, called the posted phone number (which I heard ringing inside the building, but no answer) and waited almost 45 minutes to see if they were out shopping. But maybe the priest was on a long vacation and the shrine papers had run out. I hope I can contact the shrine and have a goshuin sent to me by post because I live very far. EDIT: we were able to obtain the backdated goshuin. We should have left money at the shrine when we were there. But I sent the cash fee for the shuin plus a stamped envelope and received the shuin a week later with a sweet note. Otherwise, it’s a decent shrine. I enjoyed seeing the old hand washing pump and ship replica.

The shrine consists of two sections holding different deities. The one which built in a place up on higher ground on the foot of a mountain is called Wakasa Hiko Shrine ( located in south ) and another one up on the lower ground is Wakasa Hime Shrine. Together it is called Wakasa Hiko Shrine. Visitors usually start from Hime Shrine. The symbol of the shrine is an image of jewel and wave representing its deity Yamasachihiko gained a power to control the waves when he visited Ryugu Palace and presented jewels. The deity of Hiko Shrine is often worshipped by people in a business of interior carpentry since Hiko shrine is a god of rugs and tatami mats. Hime Shrine is often visited for women to have a safe delivery. The very first one that comes in sight is Wakasa Hime Shrine as you approach here on the road. According to its historical record the establishment of the shrine is 715. The impressive structures as well as its sacred tree called Sennen Sugi ( 1,000 year-old cedar ) of the shrine prove its long-established history. ( Trans-word+ : TGM Japan Guide )

Power Spot

Another amazing shrine

(Translated by Google) Like the Kamisha, I could see the vibrational curtain here too! It's a very comfortable vibrational space! Plus, there are two deities you can only meet here in Japan! They're Yumehiko-no-kami and Yumehime-no-kami. They're said to be the deities who make dreams come true. It seems like a chance encounter, but it wasn't. A world of inevitability created by connecting the dots! When you visit shrines, including Ichinomiya, you can enjoy this kind of thrill with the deities. Thank you for all the connections! (Original) こちらも上社同様に波動カーテンが見えました！ とても心地好い波動空間です！ それに日本でここでしかお逢いできない神さんが二柱居られます！ 夢彦神さんと夢姫神さんです。 夢を叶える神さんとのこと 偶然の出逢いのようで偶然でない。 点と点の結びが描き出す必然的世界！ 一の宮をはじめ神社巡りには こんなトキメキを神さんと一緒に楽しめる。 すべての繋がりに感謝！

(Translated by Google) National Ichinomiya Pilgrimage... Wakasahiko Shrine Located just a stone's throw from the Kamisha Shrine is Shimosha Wakasahime Shrine. The main hall, shrine gate, and zuishinmon gate of both the Kamisha and Shimosha Shrines are designated as cultural assets of Fukui Prefecture. [Enshrined Deity] Toyotamahime-no-Mikoto [Divine Virtues] Protector deity of safe childbirth and childcare, matchmaking, maritime safety, and bountiful catches. [Shrines within the grounds] Nakamiya Shrine Hie Shrine Tamamori Shrine ◆Hie Shrine...Yumehiko-no-Kami and Yumehime-no-Kami (gods who grant dreams) This is said to be the only shrine in Japan dedicated to these deities. ◆Sen-nen Sugi...Metsuke 6m, height 40m Worshipped since ancient times as a symbol of eternal youth and longevity ◆Next to the water basin is the Funatama...A sacred object modeled after a Kitamae-bune (ship) Seven Funatama are enshrined in Obama City. This is a god to whom seafarers pray for safe voyages. I first went to the shrine office after 9:00, but it was closed, so I put 600 yen in the offering box for the written goshuin (temple seal). Afterwards, I had dinner and called the office before leaving. They said they were open, so I returned. Apparently, they're open from 10:00. The office was selling belly bands for safe childbirth. As I walked with my back to the shrine, I came across the first torii gate and the lion dogs...these lion dogs are said to date back to 1880 (Meiji 13). The smooth surface evokes a sense of history. You can park in front of the shrine, but you park next to the irrigation canal, which is a bit like parking on the side of the road, and you could fall off if you're not careful. (Visited August 15, 2025) (Original) 全国一之宮巡り…若狭彦神社 上社から直ぐ近くにある下社の若狭姫神社です。 上社下社ともに本殿・神門・随神門は福井県の文化財に指定されてます。 【御祭神】 豊玉姫命 とよたまひめのみこと 【御神徳】安産育児にご利益・縁結び・ 海上安全・海幸大漁の守護神 【境内社】 中宮神社 日枝神社 玉守神社 ◆日枝神社…夢彦神・夢姫神 (夢を叶える神) 特に祀る神社は全国でもここだけだそうです ◆千年杉…目通 6m 樹高 40m 古来より不老長寿の象徴として信仰 ◆手水の横辺りに、船玉…北前船を模した「船玉」という神体 小浜市には7つの船玉が祀られています。海の民が航海を安全に願う神 最初、9:00過ぎに社務所へ行ったら閉まってて書置き御朱印の金額を賽銭箱へ600円 その後、食事して帰る前に社務所へ電話したらみえたので戻りました。 10:00〜みえるようです。 社務所に安産の腹帯が売ってました。 神社に背を向けて歩いて行くと一の鳥居、狛犬…明治13年1880年の狛犬だそうです。 ツルンとして歴史を感じます。 駐車場は神社の前に路駐するような感じになるけど用水路の横に止めますが気を付けないと落ちそうになります。 (2025.8.15 参拝)

(Translated by Google) 250715 Manga: Onmyoji (Okano Reiko) I came to Wakasa in pursuit of "Abe no Seimei goes to the Tenno River to pray for rain". Wakasahiko Shrine and Wakasahime Shrine from Uriwari Falls and Unose. Formerly called "Onuki Shrine", it is now called "Wakasahiko Shrine Shimosha" and is known locally as Wakasahime Shrine, the Ichinomiya of Wakasa Province. The enshrined deity is Toyotamahime (Otohime), the guardian deity of maritime safety and bountiful catches. Unose, Shimonegori Shiraishi, Obama City It is said that Wakasahiko and Wakasahime descended on the huge rock where the clear waters of the Onuki River meet and form a pool, so it is related to the rain-making journey. Wakasa's temples and shrines have a gentle atmosphere. Is it because they are covered with abundant water and fluffy moss? I feel like I'm wrapped in relaxing warm water. I want to stay there forever. It's a great space and I had a great time. (Original) 250715 漫画　陰陽師（岡野玲子） 「安倍晴明天の川に行きて雨を祈る」 を追って若狭にやってきました。 瓜割の滝、鵜の瀬からの 若狭彦神社と若狭姫神社です。 以前は「遠敷神社」と呼ばれており 現在は「若狭彦神社　下社」と呼ばれ 地域では、若狭姫神社と呼ばれる 若狭國一の宮です。 御祭神は豊玉姫命（乙姫） 海上安全・海幸大漁の守護神です。 小浜市下根来白石にある鵜ノ瀬 遠敷川の清流が突き当たって 淵をなしている巨巌の上に 若狭彦神、若狭姫神が降臨されたと 伝えられるので 雨乞いの旅に関わります。 若狭の寺社は優しい雰囲気 豊かな水とふわふわの苔に 覆われているからかな？ ゆったり温かな水に 包まれている気分です🍀 ずーっと佇んでいたくなる 良い空間 良い時間でした。

(Translated by Google) Mt. Kusuyagadake is a mountain on the Uchitomi Peninsula in the northeastern part of Obama City, Fukui Prefecture. It seems to be included in Wakasa Bay Quasi-National Park. Altitude: 618.7m. The summit is located approximately 10 minutes southeast of the Angel Line parking lot. In addition, a little further down to the west of the Angel Line parking lot is the entrance to Sodomon, and there is a mountain path that leads down to Daimonkomon and Fubuki Falls, both of which are designated as national scenic spots. [Reference course time] It was about 3.5km from the Sodomon entrance to the Daimon and Komon gates of Sodomon (downhill) in about 60 minutes and return (uphill) in about 70 minutes. In addition, it seems that you can also go to Sodomon by sightseeing boat. (Photo taken on October 21, 2022) (Original) 久須夜ヶ岳(くすやがだけ)は福井県小浜市の北東部にある内外海半島（うちとみはんとう）の山す。 若狭湾国定公園に含まれているようです。 標高618.7m。 山頂は、エンゼルライン駐車場から南東へ約10分に位置します。 また、エンゼルライン駐車場か西へすこし下った所に、蘇洞門入口があり国の名勝に指定されている蘇洞門の大門小門や吹雪の滝に降りていける山道があります。 [参考コースタイム] 蘇洞門入口から蘇洞門の大門小門までは約3.5kmで行き(下り)約60分で帰り(登り)約70分でした。 なお、蘇洞門には遊覧船の蘇洞門巡りでいく事もできるようです。 (2022/10/21撮影)

(Translated by Google) The summit of Mt. Kusu Yogatake is located only about 10 minutes from the Angel Line parking lot and is one of the three first-class trig points in Wakasa. However, there are multiple antennas and there is not much of a view from the top of the mountain. On the other hand, a little further down from the Angel Line parking lot is the mountain trail that leads to Sodomon. There is a steep descent and a steep ascent on the way back, but at the end you are on the coastline, and you will be able to see the scenic view of Sodongmun, which can only be seen on a sightseeing boat. All images are of Sodomon. (Original) 久須夜ヶ岳山頂は、エンゼルライン駐車場から僅か約10分に位置し、若狭に三つある一等三角点の一つがあります。が、アンテナが複数あり山頂からの展望はあまりない。 一方、エンゼルライン駐車場から少し下った所に、蘇洞門に至る登山道がある。急な下りと帰りは急登を強いられるが、下った先は海岸線になっており、遊覧船に乗らないと観られない蘇洞門の風光明媚な景色が広がります。画像は全て蘇洞門です。

(Translated by Google) The weather was nice and the view was great. There were hardly any people and it was reserved! Truly scenic (Original) いい天気で見晴らしもよかった。人もほとんどおらず貸し切り状態！まさに風光明媚

(Translated by Google) Lots of antennas📡 (Original) アンテナ📡いっぱい

(Translated by Google) Is there a huge old Buddha inside? Mr. is here. It's amazing that something like this can be found in such a normal residential area. Not in Hokkaido. The atmosphere is very peaceful. (Original) 中にとんでもなく年代物の大仏？さんがいらっしゃいます。 何にもない住宅街に当たり前のようにこういうのがあるのが凄い。 北海道にはありません。 雰囲気はめっちゃのどか。

(Translated by Google) 250504 I went there on the Tsuruga Obama tour. This was the eighth temple on the eight-temple tour, but they were not open for viewing, so I ended up having to go to the tourist information center at Obama Station to get the last stamp. I guess there were a lot of reasons for this. Thank you very much. I received a written goshuin. (Original) 250504 敦賀小浜ツアーで行きました。 八寺巡りの八寺目でしたが、観覧等の対応をやってないとのことで、最後のスタンプは結局小浜駅の観光案内所に行かねばなりませんでした。いろいろご事情あることが伺えます。ありがとうございました。書置きの御朱印拝受しました。

(Translated by Google) I was given a written goshuin (red seal). This is one of the eight temples I visited. (Original) 書置き御朱印いただけました。 八カ寺巡りの一つです。

(Translated by Google) Wakasa Kokubunji ruins. Inside the current Kokubunji temple grounds. Rent a bicycle at Higashi-Obama Station and visit Wakasahime Shrine and Wakasahiko Shrine, about 8 minutes by bicycle from Wakasahiko Shrine. As I gradually approached the Sanmon gate from National Route 27, I was once again wondering if there was a current Kokubunji temple that inherited the Buddhist tradition without any remains of the usual structure. Although it wasn't visiting time, the chief priest was there, so I received his stamp, listened to his talk, and then strolled around the grounds, where I found the ruins of the auditorium, with the foundation still intact. The current Shakado is the site of the Kondo, and the locations of the Nandai Monzeki, Chumonzeki, and Pagoda ruins are clearly marked. There was no guide board from here, but based on the excavated items, we decided to visit the place that was presumed to be the ruins of Wakasa Kokufu. Compared to Soja Shrine in Fuchu, Obama City, the distance between our Kokubunji Temple ruins and the presumed Wakasa Kokufu ruins is very close, and I think this area was the main area of ​​ancient Wakasa. #20230806 ♯Visit the ruins of Echizen Wakasa Omi Iga Ise Ichinomiya Soja Kokufu Ruins and Kokubunso Nunnery Temple Day 2: Soja Shrine → Wakasahime Shrine → Wakasahiko Shrine → Wakasa Kokubunji Ruins (Original) 若狭国分寺跡。 現国分寺境内。 東小浜駅でレンタサイクルを利用して、若狭姫神社、若狭彦神社を参拝し、若狭彦神社から自転車約8分。 国道27号線から、また徐々に山門に近づくにつれ、またいつもの遺構のない法統を継いでいる現国分寺があるだけかと拍子抜けしながら参拝。 参観時間ではなかったが、住職氏がおられたので御朱印を頂き、話を伺い、そのあと境内を散策すると、ちゃんと基壇を残した講堂跡があった。 いまある釈迦堂が金堂跡であり、南大門跡、中門跡、塔跡それぞれの位置がわかるように整備されている。 ここから何も案内板がなかったが、出土物から若狭国府跡と推定されている場所まで訪ねることに。 小浜市府中にある総社神社と比べれば、当所国分寺跡と若狭国府跡推定地との距離は非常に近く、この一帯が古代若狭の主要地域であったのだろうなと。 ♯20230806 ♯越前若狭近江伊賀伊勢一宮総社国府跡国分僧尼寺跡巡り 2日目：総社神社→若狭姫神社→若狭彦神社→若狭国分寺跡

(Translated by Google) Unfortunately, the reception door cannot be opened... I was away... It might be a good idea to check in advance if you can make a reservation or visit the shrine! It looks like it will be the last boss of the Wakasa National Treasure Tour where you get a stamp (lol) The main hall and Amida-do hall are the only buildings, and the site is very small. I think I'll make a reservation in advance so that I can visit the shrine next time... (Original) 残念ながら受付のドアが開かず... お留守でした... 事前に予約や参拝ができるか確認しておく方が良いかもしれませんね！ 若狭國国宝めぐりのはんこもらうラスボスになりそうです（笑） 本堂と阿弥陀堂位しか建物はなく敷地も非常に狭いです。 次は参拝ができるように事前に予約でもいれとこうかな...

(Translated by Google) This is the site of Kokubunji Temple, which was built during the Nara period. A small temple is currently being built. It is quite rare to find an ancient tomb within the grounds of a temple. It was probably originally a place of worship for the local people, and an ancient tomb was built there, and a temple was built there in later times. (Original) 奈良時代に建立された国分寺の跡地です。現在は小さなお堂が建てられています。寺の境内に古墳があるのは、中々珍しいです。 恐らく、元々地域の人が信仰を寄せる場所で、そこに古墳が造られ、また後の時代に寺が建立されたのでしょう。

(Translated by Google) The Buddha Temple stands on the site of the Wakasa Kokubunji Temple, which was built in the early 9th century. The current building was rebuilt in the 18th century. (Original) 9世紀初頭に建てられた若狭国分寺の跡地に建つブッダ・テンプル。現在の建物は18世紀に再建されたものです。

About 70km North West of kyoto Obama has a great little fish market the town also is a major manufacturer of chop sticks.The drive there is very nice perfect for motor cycles.

Very nice fish market with a good range of sea food/fish

It was Sunday, so it was slow. But very interesting.

We ride a boat here to see the bay of Obama City.

Buy the marinated fish and go to the public Grill it yourself place in front of the market to grill it. Cant have this price in big city.

Good people . Good food

Fish market with great value