福井県 · Chubu Region
Fukui Hidden Gems
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Fukui· Echizen
Echizen Lacquerware — 1,500 Years of Urushi Craft
Echizen lacquerware (越前漆器) traces its origins to the 6th century when Emperor Keitai, during travels in Echizen, request…
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Updated Jun 2026
Fukui· Echizen
Echizen Washi Paper — UNESCO Intangible Heritage Craft
Echizen washi (越前和紙) is handmade paper produced using techniques unchanged for 1,500 years, recognized by UNESCO as Inta…
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Updated Jun 2026
Fukui· Echizen
Echizen Pottery Village — Ancient Kiln Town
Echizen-yaki (越前焼) is one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns (Rokkoyō), with pottery production dating to the Heian period (79…
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Updated Jun 2026