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The festival prayed for the healthy growth of the children with the famous Saku carp and the storied streetfish of Dango. It holds events related to the Saku carp and children, such as "The Order of the Saku Carp" and "Neonatal Succession Health Prayer". The Saku carp sports competition is held in various parts of the city. Image courtesy Saku City Tourism Association

It is said to have been taking place for about 360 years, and it prays for men's evil, a disease-free disaster; Shinkake, who served the sacred body of Nagataki Hakusan Shrine, runs vigorously down the approach to the sound of "dededen" on a drum.

A walking event over Lake Aoki from Lake Nakaton, which is rimmed by the Salt Road. You can enjoy Lake Nakafon, which celebrates the fresh green season, and Lake Aoki, which boasts one of the nation's leading transparency. You can choose between two courses, one around Lake Nakafon and one around Lake Aoki. A photo contest is held exclusively for participants, and luxury prizes are presented for excellent works. Image courtesy: Omachi City Tourism Association

The Saku Balloon Festival, which has been established as a wind poem during the May holidays, will mark its 33rd in 2025. Pilots from all over the country will gather to fill the Saku sky with colorful hot air balloons. Image courtesy of the Saku Tourism Association

The event is centered on the Iiyama City Rapeseed Park on the east bank of the Chikuma River. About 8 million rape blossoms bloom against the backdrop of the Sekita Mountains and the Chikuma River. A festival of flowers given to the world by Iiyama citizens. Image courtesy: Iiyama City Rapeseed Park

Echizen washi paper boasting a 1500-year tradition. A spring event related to Washi, held at "Echizen Washi no Sato", also known as "Thanks no Furusato". On Washi no Sato Street, there are various kinds of washi paper items that cannot be bought on a daily basis. * The contents may be changed or canceled depending on the situation.

A brave festival where worshipers compete by cutting off the root of a wisteria that forms a large snake with a sword. The Taizen-ji Temple, which is deeply involved in the history of grapes, is an ancient temple known as the founding of Gyoki, and the Yakushi-do, which houses the main temple of Yakushi Nyorai (important cultural property), is designated as a national treasure. The Taizenji Fujikori Festival is designated as the national Intangible Cultural Property of Choice.

The annual Kutani Yaki Thanksgiving Day, scheduled for 9-18 o'clock (until 17 o'clock on the last day), and the chance to get affordable, from writers to everyday items. The venue will be distributed in 2025 as last year.

約5万株が咲き誇る日本海側随一のつつじの名所。毎年5月上旬につつじまつりが開催され、多くの人で賑わう。園内にはレッサーパンダに会える無料の動物園、嚮陽庭園など子どもも大人も楽しめるスポットがいっぱい。展望台からは鯖江市街地はもちろん、白山連峰も眺められる。

The festival at the Johata Shinmei Palace, which has been going on for about 300 years. The elaborate six Hikiyama and the hermitage festival is an emotional and elegant festival that cruises while playing "heritai". 4th evening festival, 5 Japan festival. The "Hikiyama event of the Jōbata Shinmei Palace Festival" is registered as the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, and the "Jōbata Hikiyama Festival" is registered as the National Designated Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property.