{"id":169,"date":"2022-10-10T18:55:54","date_gmt":"2022-10-10T09:55:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/?page_id=169"},"modified":"2024-12-22T13:12:23","modified_gmt":"2024-12-22T04:12:23","slug":"awara","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/en\/sightseeing\/awara\/","title":{"rendered":"Awara Onsen (Hot springs)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Nestled in the scenic northern region of Fukui Prefecture, Awara Onsen has been soothing visitors for centuries. Known as the &#8220;hidden retreat of Kansai,&#8221; it has been cherished by many tourists.<\/p>\n<p>Awara Onsen&#8217;s mineral-rich waters are renowned for their healing properties. Many local ryokan (traditional Japanese inns) offer private baths, allowing guests to enjoy a relaxing soak in complete privacy. Most ryokan also feature large communal baths where visitors can experience traditional onsen in a tranquil atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-597\" src=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/053574cc0e4f18199662eb94b649f32f-1024x807.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"840\" height=\"662\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/053574cc0e4f18199662eb94b649f32f-1024x807.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/053574cc0e4f18199662eb94b649f32f-300x237.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/053574cc0e4f18199662eb94b649f32f-768x606.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/053574cc0e4f18199662eb94b649f32f-1536x1211.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/053574cc0e4f18199662eb94b649f32f-2048x1615.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/053574cc0e4f18199662eb94b649f32f-76x60.jpg 76w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Awara Onsen offers a variety of accommodations, ranging from luxurious ryokan to modern hotels. Staying in a ryokan provides a unique Japanese relaxation experience with tatami-matted rooms, futon bedding, and kaiseki (multi-course) dinners made with local ingredients. The cuisine, featuring fresh seafood from the Sea of Japan, has captivated many food enthusiasts.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-598\" src=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/c0cf16ae48be4daf021b68b8e214748f-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"840\" height=\"560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/c0cf16ae48be4daf021b68b8e214748f-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/c0cf16ae48be4daf021b68b8e214748f-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/c0cf16ae48be4daf021b68b8e214748f-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/c0cf16ae48be4daf021b68b8e214748f-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/c0cf16ae48be4daf021b68b8e214748f-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/c0cf16ae48be4daf021b68b8e214748f-90x60.jpg 90w, https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/c0cf16ae48be4daf021b68b8e214748f-420x280.jpg 420w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>There are many attractions around the ryokan for sightseeing. After staying, why not visit some of them?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Awara Onsen Yunomachi Plaza<\/strong> Stroll through this area lined with traditional shops, foot baths, and cafes. It&#8217;s an ideal place to purchase local crafts, souvenirs, and sample regional delicacies.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tojinbo Cliffs<\/strong> A short drive from Awara Onsen, Tojinbo Cliffs offer breathtaking views of the rugged coastline. The dramatic rock formations and crashing waves make it a popular spot for sightseeing and photography.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Eiheiji Temple<\/strong> Visit this historic Zen Buddhist temple founded in 1244, about a 30-minute drive from Awara Onsen. The serene surroundings and tranquil atmosphere provide an excellent opportunity for meditation and reflection.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shibamasa World<\/strong> Shibamasa World, a nearby amusement park, is perfect for families and offers a variety of rides and attractions.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The nearest station to Awara Onsen is Awara Onsen Station. With the opening of the Hokuriku Shinkansen in 2024, connections from the Tokyo metropolitan area have greatly improved.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you seek to relax in healing hot springs, explore local culture, or enjoy a peaceful environment, Awara Onsen offers an ideal destination for a perfect getaway.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to Get to Awara Onsen<\/strong><br \/>\nHere\u2019s how to get there:<\/p>\n<p><strong>By Train (Hokuriku Shinkansen)<\/strong>:<br \/>\nTake the Hokuriku Shinkansen directly to Awaraonsen Station.<br \/>\nFrom Tokyo, the ride takes about 2.5 to 3 hours.<br \/>\nFrom Kanazawa, it\u2019s about 30 minutes.<br \/>\nFrom Tsuruga, it takes approximately 20 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>From Awaraonsen Station, you have several options to reach the onsen area:<br \/>\n<strong>By Taxi<\/strong>: There is a taxi stand in front of Awaraonsen Station, and it takes about 10-15 minutes to reach the hot spring area.<br \/>\n<strong>By Bus<\/strong>: Take the Keifuku Bus (Tojinbo Line), which stops near the Awara Onsen area.<\/p>\n<p><strong>By Echizen Railway<\/strong>:<br \/>\nFrom Fukui Station, take the Echizen Railway Mikuni Awara Line to Awara Yunomachi Station.<br \/>\nAwara Onsen ryokan accommodations are within walking distance from Awara Yunomachi Station or about 5 minutes by taxi.<\/p>\n<p><strong>By Ryokan Shuttle Bus:<br \/>\n<\/strong>Some ryokans offer shuttle bus services from Awaraonsen Station or Awara Yunomachi Station. Contact your ryokan in advance to confirm availability and arrange transportation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nestled in the scenic nor &hellip; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":123,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"_locale":"en_US","_original_post":"http:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/?page_id=167","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-169","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","en-US"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/169","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=169"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/169\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":707,"href":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/169\/revisions\/707"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/123"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=169"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}