Mihama Town, Mikata District, Fukui Prefecture, is a fascinates for tourists who visit the magnificent natural scenery facing the Sea of Japan and the many Specialty Products that can only be experienced here.
With the extension of the Hokuriku Shinkansen to the neighboring city of Tsuruga, access from the Kanto region has become very smooth.
One of the most popular tourist spots in Mihama Town, Fukui Prefecture, "Mikata Five Lakes" allows you to enjoy the charm of the Mikata Five Lakes from different perspectives, from the sky (rainbow line), from the lake surface (battery-propelled sightseeing boat), and from the lake circumference (Cycling)!
We will send out sightseeing Recommendations on COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so thank you!
With the extension of the Hokuriku Shinkansen to the neighboring city of Tsuruga, access from the Kanto region has become very smooth.
One of the most popular tourist spots in Mihama Town, Fukui Prefecture, "Mikata Five Lakes" allows you to enjoy the charm of the Mikata Five Lakes from different perspectives, from the sky (rainbow line), from the lake surface (battery-propelled sightseeing boat), and from the lake circumference (Cycling)!
We will send out sightseeing Recommendations on COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so thank you!
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Hello! This is the Wakasa Mihama Tourism Association.
We will share recommended sightseeing information about Mihama Town, Mikata-gun, Fukui Prefecture on Cool Japan Video, and we appreciate your support!
◆What is Mihama Town, Fukui Prefecture?◆
Mihama Town in Fukui Prefecture faces the Sea of Japan and, true to its name, boasts beautiful beaches.
The population is about 8,600 people (as of 2024). The town’s grand natural scenery and many local specialties found only in Mihama attract visiting tourists.
With the extension of the Hokuriku Shinkansen to neighboring Tsuruga City, access from the Kanto region has become very smooth.
◆The appeal of Mikata Five Lakes, Mihama Town’s top sightseeing spot◆
The most popular sightseeing spot in Mihama Town is Mikata Five Lakes, a wetland registered under the Ramsar Convention and recognized as part of the Japan Agricultural Heritage.
“Mikata Five Lakes” is the collective name for five lakes spanning Mihama Town and Wakasa Town in Fukui Prefecture.
Lake Kugushi
Lake Hiruga
Lake Mikata
Lake Suigetsu
Lake Suga
The Mihama Town Lake Center is recommended as a base for fully enjoying Mikata Five Lakes tourism.
The facility includes a stylish cafe, food outlets such as hot dogs made with venison franks, and an outdoor terrace where you can relax while gazing at the lakes.
For those who want to enjoy Mikata Five Lakes from the water, sightseeing boats are recommended.
These lake vessels are battery-powered sightseeing boats driven by renewable energy stored from solar panels. They are the first in Japan to operate solely on renewable energy. You can enjoy a guided round-trip cruise of about 50 minutes.
Mihama Station rental bicycles are recommended for those who want to enjoy the lakeshore and Mikata Five Lakes.
The full five-lake loop, called Goko-ichu, is a cycling course of about 33 kilometers that takes roughly four hours to complete.
Feel the breeze of Mikata Five Lakes and savor the different scenery each lake offers.
For those who want to enjoy Mikata Five Lakes from the sky, the Mikata Goko Rainbow Line offers spectacular aerial views of all five lakes.
This roughly 11-kilometer drive course leads to Rainbow Line Summit Park, which you can reach by lift or cable car.
At the summit you can enjoy five different sky terraces featuring panoramic 360-degree views of Mikata Five Lakes and the Sea of Japan, including footbaths and sofa terraces, and you can enjoy sweets and special lunch boxes.
You can fully savor Mikata Five Lakes from different perspectives: from the sky (Rainbow Line), from the lake surface (battery-powered sightseeing boat), and around the lakes (cycling)!
◆Introduction to Mihama Town’s sightseeing spots◆
• Shoishohama Beach
Mihama Town has seven beaches, and one of the most popular is Shoishohama Beach, selected as one of Japan’s 88 Best Beaches.
Its shoreline of fine, shining white sand and emerald-green shallow waters make it a beautiful beach, attracting more than 150,000 beachgoers each year.
• Wakasa Kuniyoshi Castle History Museum
This museum lets you learn about the mountain fortress of the Sengoku period, Kuniyoshi Castle Ruins, and the castle town that once surrounded it.
A terrain model around Kuniyoshi Castle Ruins introduces the historical townscape.
• Roadside Station Wakasa Mihama Hamabiyori
Opened in 2023, this roadside station is packed with fresh vegetables, fruits, and local gourmet items from Mihama Town in Fukui Prefecture that can only be enjoyed here.
It also serves as a tourist information center and a rest stop, making it ideal for a break during your travels.
◆Local specialties of Mihama Town, Fukui Prefecture◆
• Heshiko
Heshiko is a traditional fermented local food of Fukui, made by pickling mackerel in rice bran for one year.
Its rich flavor is beloved at local dining tables and makes an excellent souvenir.
• Seafood
Yellowtail, crab, and fugu dishes are recommended winter specialties of Mihama Town.
Freshly landed seafood delights many visitors’ palates.
Mihama Town has many ryokan and minshuku accommodations where you can enjoy these seasonal fresh seafood for dinner.
◆Events in Mihama Town, Fukui Prefecture◆
• Hinata Underwater Tug-of-War
Held every January, the underwater tug-of-war is a nationally selected Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property with a history of nearly 400 years. A massive rope 30 cm thick and 40 meters long is stretched across the canal connecting Lake Hiruga and the Sea of Japan. Men wearing headbands pull the rope with great force, praying for a bountiful catch and maritime safety for the year.
• Munakata Shrine Benten Festival
Held every July, the Munakata Shrine Benten Festival features boats with vivid banners carrying portable shrines; on those boats young men wrestle and roughly toss each other into the sea.
◆We will share recommended sightseeing information for Mihama Town, Fukui Prefecture◆
Mihama Town in Fukui Prefecture is a town blessed with rich nature and history.
We will continue to share useful recommendations so you can fully enjoy sightseeing in Mihama Town, Fukui Prefecture. Thank you for your support!
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At the 38th Mihama and Hiroshi Itsuki Hometown Marathon on May 10th, there will be a product exhibition corner at the venue, and the tourism association participates every year.
We are selling Heshiko-chan T-shirts at an incredible price of 500 yen each, but sizes are running low. Last year, they sold out midway, but this year we will bring all available stock, so please make sure to purchase one!
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Gokoi-chi Challenge
~Let's Cycle Around Mikata Five Lakes~
https://wakasa-mihama.jp/gokoichichallenge2026/...
Complete a cycling tour of the Mikata Five Lakes Cycling Course (commonly known as Gokoi-chi) and take pictures at all five designated checkpoints. Those who do will be recognized for completing the tour and will receive a limited edition badge. Join the Gokoi-chi challenge!
Period: May 1, 2026 (Friday) to March 31, 2027 (Wednesday)
How to Participate:
1. You can start from any location.
2. Cycle around the Gokoi-chi Cycling Course. There is no fixed route, so feel free to explore Mikata Five Lakes. You can go clockwise or counterclockwise.
3. Take photos at the following five checkpoints.
There is no specific order, so feel free to visit them. Make sure the locations are clear in the photos.
Checkpoint 1
Hinata Bridge (Lake Hiruga)
Take photos that include Hinata Bridge or views of Lake Hiruga from the bridge. The monument for "Heshiko-no-Sato" is also a recognizable feature.
Checkpoint 2
Suigetsu Lake Observation Deck (Lake Suigetsu)
Capture photos that include the observation deck or views of Lake Suigetsu from above (or below) the deck.
Checkpoint 3
Thatched Boathouse (Lake Mikata)
Please take photos that include the thatched boathouse.
Checkpoint 4
Horikiri (Lake Suga)
Capture photos of the river connecting Lake Mikata and Lake Suga.
Checkpoint 5
Heshiko-chan Statue (Lake Kugushi)
Please take photos that include the Heshiko-chan statue.
4. After completing the tour, present your photos at the certification locations.
Certification Location 1: Mihama Station
Reception Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
It serves as the gateway for those heading to Mikata Five Lakes after getting off at the JR Obama Line. Rental bicycles are also available.
*Note: The reception will be closed from December 29 to January 3 for the New Year holidays.
Certification Location 2: Mikatagoko Roadside Station
Reception Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
This is a certification location where you can stop by during the Gokoi-chi route. If you start from Mikata Station, you will pass by this location after visiting all checkpoints if you go clockwise. If you arrive by car, you can use the parking lot of the nearby Mikata Seinen no Ie. Rentals for cross bikes and road bikes are also available.
*Note: The reception will not be available if the facility is closed for maintenance or during the New Year holidays (from December 29 to January 3).
5. Certification Badge
Limited edition badge for completing one round of Gokoi-chi (first 400 participants)
Limited edition badge for completing two rounds of Gokoi-chi (first 100 participants)
*Please bring the badge received for completing one round when you complete two rounds.
6. Important Notes
- Please adhere to traffic rules and cycle safely.
- Helmet use is recommended.
- Please cycle at a pace that is comfortable for you based on the weather and your physical condition.
- The organizers are not responsible for any accidents or troubles.
- Ensure that the photos clearly show the checkpoints.
7. Organizer and Contact Information
(Organizer)
Mikata Goko Regional Tourism Council
(Contact)
Wakasa Mihama Tourism Association, Phone: 0770-32-0222
Wakasa Mikata Goko Tourism Association, Phone: 0770-45-0113
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ゴコイチチャレンジ～三方五湖を自転車で一周しよう～三方五湖サイクリングコース（通称：ゴコイチ）を自転車で一周し、指定された5か所のチェックポイントの写真をすべて写真を揃えた方に、一周達成として認定を行い、限定缶バッジを進呈します。
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Nemophila Festa 2026 (May 2)
A fun and delicious event awaits you! The Nemophila Festa 2026 will be held on Saturday, May 2nd, at Horticulture LABO Hill.
Tomato harvesting experience
Sedum planting experience
Strawberry daifuku making
Mini craft experience
Quiz rally around the park
Tomohiro Furuya live performance
Serikawa concert
Myony Brass Ensemble concert featuring Tsuruga Technical High School Wind Orchestra
Fukuizer show
Balloon art
Bingo tournament
Food trucks
Super ball scooping
Candy fishing
Gem scooping
Dried fish by Mr. Morishita
Coffee sales by Herb Time
Sweets by Sachi Hana
and many other exciting activities are planned.
We hope to see you there!
Nemophila Festa 2026
Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Fukui Prefecture Horticultural Experience Facility, Horticulture LABO Hill
35-32-1 Hisakko, Mihama Town (inside the Horticulture Research Center)
Phone: 0770-47-6162
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Mimi Shrine's King Dance (May 4)
This dance is performed during the annual grand festival of Mimi Shrine in May, dedicated to praying for a bountiful harvest. The performance lasts about an hour. Dancers wear colorful costumes, showcasing a graceful and powerful display. It is designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Fukui Prefecture.
Starting from the 7th year of Reiwa, the grand festival of Mimi Shrine will be divided into two parts: May 1 (only the ceremony) and May 4 (offering of meals, welcoming rituals, pressing of the sacred offering, King Dance, lion dance, and other ceremonial events).
Mimi Shrine Grand Festival
Date: May 4, 2026 (Monday)
Time: Around 8 AM - King Dance starts in the afternoon
Location: Mimi Shrine, 10-25-1 Miyashiro, Mihama Town
Please note that the Mimi Shrine Grand Festival, which used to be held on May 1, will now only have the ceremony on that date starting from the 7th year of Reiwa, while the offering of meals, welcoming rituals, pressing of the sacred offering, King Dance, lion dance, and other ceremonial events will take place on May 4. The schedule has changed, so please be aware.
Please note that the schedules for events such as the King Dance and lion dance are posted on the Mimi Shrine website, but the timing may vary due to the nature of the ceremonies. Even if you only wish to see the King Dance, it is recommended to wait at Mimi Shrine from the early afternoon and keep your schedule open until late in the evening.
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03. 神話を再現した祭礼しなやかに舞う彌美神社の「王の舞」 | 新庄エリア | 若狭みはま | 秘密にしたい、景色がある。 | 福井県美浜町
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Children's Kabuki in Hayase (May 3)
In Hayase, Mihama Town, Fukui Prefecture, there is a tradition of "Children's Kabuki" performed by elementary school boys that has been passed down for about 150 years. It is said to have originated during the Edo period when cholera spread in Hayase, leading to the offering of Children's Kabuki at local temples and shrines to calm the disease. The head priest of Zuirinji at that time received a divine message stating, "The epidemic is a curse from gods and buddhas; therefore, offer Children's Kabuki to the temples and shrines." The villagers promptly constructed a float for the offering and on May 8 of the following year, they paraded the float to Hiyoshi Shrine, Zuirinji, and Jomoji, offering Children's Kabuki. As the epidemic subsided, this day became the grand festival of Hiyoshi Shrine, and the tradition of Children's Kabuki has been preserved and offered ever since (it is currently held on May 3).
Children's Kabuki in Hayase
Date: May 3, 2026 (Sunday)
Time: Starting around 8 AM.
Location: Hayase, Mihama Town
Offered in front of Hiyoshi Shrine and Zuirinji
*After offering Children's Kabuki in front of Hiyoshi Shrine, the float will be moved to Zuirinji for another performance. The exact timing will depend on the situation, so we cannot provide a fixed time. If you wish to see Children's Kabuki, please keep your schedule open throughout the morning.
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Events around Golden Week (April 29 - May 11)
Kōdōdantsutsuji Festival (May 3 - 5)
At the "Mori to Kurasu Donguri Club" in Shinjo, Mihama Town, we cultivate the native "Kōdōdantsutsuji" (red azalea) that grows in the mountains of Mihama. During Golden Week, we will hold our annual sales event, the "Kōdōdantsutsuji Festival."
Kōdōdantsutsuji Festival
Date: May 3 (Sunday) - 5 (Tuesday), 2026
Location: Mori to Kurasu Donguri Club
182-1-1 Shinjo, Mihama Town, Mikata-gun, Fukui Prefecture
Phone: 0770-32-3330
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They have started to bloom a bit earlier than usual. Typically, we mention that the best viewing time is during Golden Week, but it’s a bit uncertain until the Kuniyoshi Castle Festival on May 5th.
This weekend (April 25-26), the weather is nice, so it’s a great time to see them.
Location: Wakasa Kuniyoshi Castle History Museum
Opening hours: 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM (until the end of March)
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (from April)
Closed: Every Monday (the following day if it's a holiday)
Address: 25-2 Sagaki, Mihama Town, Mikata-gun, Fukui Prefecture
Phone: 0770-32-0050
Admission fee: 100 yen for adults, 50 yen for children (junior high school students and below)
*Group discount for 20 or more people.
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On May 5th, 2026 (Tuesday, national holiday), the "Kuniyoshi Castle Festival 2026" will be held around the Wakasa Kuniyoshi Castle History Museum. Experience the Warring States period at this impregnable castle, where Nobunaga, Hideyoshi, and Ieyasu entered. It's a fun event for both adults and children!
Date: Tuesday, May 5th, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Venue: Around the Wakasa Kuniyoshi History Museum and Tokusho-ji Temple (25-2 Sagaki, Mihama Town, Mikata-gun, Fukui Prefecture)
Admission: Free
Rain Policy: The event will proceed in rain (the stage venue may change partially to "Tokusho-ji" in case of rain).
Access: 5 minutes by car from the Wakasa Mihama Interchange on the Maizuru-Wakasa Expressway
(Free parking available for about 220 cars; please follow the directions of the staff)
About 3 kilometers from Mihama Station (approximately 20 minutes by rental bicycle)
Contact: 050-5235-2185 (Please note there was an error in the phone number on the pamphlet.)
Schedule
9:00 AM Opening Ceremony
9:30 AM Kunimoto Matchlock Gun Research Association (Special venue)
10:05 AM Sakurai To
10:40 AM Kazane (Ocarina)
11:10 AM Sanshin Group Shinpu Eisa
11:40 AM Mihama Jazz Orchestra
12:15 PM Kyoto-Nagaokakyo Omotenashi Bushotai Tsutsuji
12:50 PM Bubu no Hoshitachi (Guitar performance)
1:20 PM Sunflower (Guitar performance)
2:00 PM Historical Stories
3:00 PM Closing Declaration
*Please note that the content and schedule may change without notice due to various circumstances. Thank you for your understanding.
Merchandise Sales
Kyoto-Nagaokakyo Omotenashi Bushotai Tsutsuji
Sakurai To
Kuniyoshi Association
Mini Festival
Ring toss, Super Ball scooping, etc.
Play, learn, and experience the Warring States period!
Handwritten castle seals by descendants of the castle lord
Location: Special booth in front of the Wakasa Kuniyoshi Castle History Museum
Cost: 1,000 yen per sheet
Numbered tickets: Distribution starts at 9:00 AM
Event Time: 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Kuniyoshi Castle Historical Walk (Hiking) *Rain or shine
Location: In front of the Wakasa Kuniyoshi Castle History Museum
Departure: 10:00 AM (Expected to finish around 11:30 AM)
Registration: 9:00 AM to 9:50 AM
Capacity: 50 people (First-come, first-served on the day)
Historical Stories (1st Kuniyoshi Castle History Lecture for 2026)
Location: Special stage for the Kuniyoshi Castle Festival
Event Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Armor Experience *Canceled in case of rain
Available all day
Cost: Free
Location: Learning room of the museum
Target: From children to adults
Delicious Food Market (Limited items available)
Vendor List: Mahana Table, Brick House, Momonji, Tsuru to Kame, YuuViva, Nakanishi Seika, Coffee Shop Hygge, Mihama Town Social Welfare Council, Kuniyoshi Association, Funatako
Tokusho-ji (Indoor Rest Area)
Authentic vegetarian cuisine (from 10:00 AM)
Temple CAFE (from 10:00 AM)
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The “Yoi no Sakura Project in Mikata Five Lakes,” which began at the end of March, is at about 80% bloom as of April 3. The coming weekend will be the peak, so please come if you have time.
Please use the Mihama Town Kitasaigo Community Center Parking and Mihama Town Lake Center Parking.
A glittering night at Wakasa Bay’s scenic Mikata Five Lakes—“Yoi no Sakura Project in Mikata Five Lakes” debuts!
Following last autumn’s well-received “Waves of Light Project in Shoishohama” at Shoishohama Beach, Mihama Town in Fukui Prefecture presents a new nighttime light art event that will illuminate Mikata Five Lakes: the “Yoi no Sakura Project in Mikata Five Lakes.”
Shifting the light art stage from the sea (Shoishohama Beach) to the lakes (Mikata Five Lakes), we will create a dreamlike atmosphere over the night-time lakes. Enjoy the beautiful pairing of shimmering night cherry blossoms and the lakes.
Event Overview
Event Name
Yoi no Sakura Project in Mikata Five Lakes
Dates and Times
Late March to early April (from cherry blossom blooming until the event ends)
6:00 PM–8:00 PM (admission free)
Venues
In front of Mihama Town Lake Center and Mt. Takeyama Trailhead
Hokusaisato Community Center
Main Features
Cherry blossom light-ups
• Cherry trees at the Mt. Takeyama trailhead
• Cherry trees at Hokusaisato Community Center
Ground-level light decorations
• Footlights
(on the lawn plaza at Hokusaisato Community Center)
• Illuminations
(along the lakeside road of Lake Kugushi)
Notes
Some areas have little lighting. For safety, we recommend bringing a flashlight. Parking is limited, so please be considerate and share spaces. The event may be canceled without notice due to weather or other circumstances. We cannot accept responsibility for accidents, theft, or other incidents in parking areas, on-site, or while viewing the event.
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In 2026, the Gokoichi Bus will continue to run, departing from and arriving at Tsuruga Station and Mihama Station and circling the Mikata Five Lakes.
[Service Period]
The service operates on weekends and public holidays only from Saturday, April 4, 2026, through Sunday, December 6, 2026.
*The bus will also run on some weekdays (Thursday, April 30; Friday, May 1; Thursday, May 7; Friday, May 8; Monday, August 10; Monday, November 2).
[Route]
Departing from either Tsuruga Station or Mihama Station, the route calls at sightseeing spots such as Mihama Town Lake Center, Rainbow Line Summit Park, and Jomon Roman Park, and stops at Mikata Station before returning to Tsuruga Station or Mihama Station.
Please see the bus timetable for details.
*Seat reservations are not available.
[Inquiries about buses and service status]
Fukui Railway Reinoku Office TEL 0778-21-0712
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