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March 16, 2024 Hokuriku Shinkansen opens between Kanazawa and Tsuruga! A 1-night, 2-day model course to tour railway heritage sites from Tsuruga Station

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March 16, 2024 Hokuriku Shinkansen opens between Kanazawa and Tsuruga! A 1-night, 2-day model course to tour railway heritage sites from Tsuruga Station

Known as a railway and port town, Tsuruga in Fukui Prefecture is full of railway heritage tourism, Japan Heritage sites, and local gourmet food such as seafood from the Sea of ​​Japan! The Hokuriku Shinkansen finally opened in Fukui Prefecture on March 16, 2024. In this article, we will introduce a two-day, one-night model itinerary from Tsuruga Station, focusing on the history of railways. *The spots introduced in this article are not affected by the Noto Peninsula earthquake that occurred on ...

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On March 16, 2024, the Hokuriku Shinkansen opened between Kanazawa Station and Tsuruga Station. Tsuruga Station will be the terminus from both the Tokyo and Kansai areas, and is attracting a lot of attention. Tsuruga is a city of railways and ports, and the Shinkansen opened in the town where the first railway ran on the Sea of ​​Japan side, so it is popular among people other than railway fans. There are many tourist spots scattered around, and after the opening of the mountain-side Japan Heritage Old Hokuriku Line Tunnels Heritage Group, the direct train "Europe-Asia International Express" ran to Tsuruga Port, which developed into one of the leading international ports on the Sea of ​​Japan side. We will continue to offer route buses and tour plans, such as new tourist routes of Japan Heritage on the sea side along the Tsuruga Port Line. Come and go on a trip with exciting experiences beyond your imagination.

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2 days, 1 night (1st day approx. 4 hours, 2nd day approx. 4 hours)

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The Hokuriku Shinkansen finally opened in Fukui Prefecture on March 16, 2024. Pay attention to railway-related tourism in Tsuruga, Fukui Prefecture!

Railways opened in Japan in 1872, and the first railway to be laid on the Sea of ​​Japan side was Tsuruga, Fukui Prefecture. Approximately 150 years later, on March 16, 2024, the Hokuriku Shinkansen was finally extended from Kanazawa Station to Tsuruga Station in Fukui Prefecture. It is currently attracting a lot of attention, and is full of sightseeing spots filled with the history of railways, old and new, and a must-see for railway enthusiasts.

This time, we will head to sightseeing spots using a bus that circulates around Tsuruga City from Tsuruga Station.

Let's go on a 1 night 2 day trip together!

Day 1

Departing from JR Tsuruga Station!

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Tsuruga Station
Tsuruga Station

The platform in the foreground is the current conventional line, and the large building in the background is the new station building after the Hokuriku Shinkansen is extended on March 16, 2024.

It was designed with the concept of ``a station in the sky, surrounded by nature and overlooking the port.'' The height of the station building is approximately 37 meters, which is equivalent to a 12-story building. It has a three-story structure with the Shinkansen platform on the third floor, the concourse on the second floor, and the conventional limited express platform on the first floor. The station building expresses the sparkle of the waves of Tsuruga Bay with glass windows, white walls, and garari (air vents attached to the wall).

There is a bus stop at the rotary in front of the station, and Tsuruga city circulation buses and community buses arrive and depart, so it is convenient to use. Taxis are also available.

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・From JR Tsuruga Station, take the Tsuruga Tour Bus "Sightseeing Course" for about 10 minutes and get off at "Kanegasaki Ryokuchi". 200 yen.
・From JR Tsuruga Station, take the community bus "Matsubara Line" for about 8 minutes and get off at "Kanegasaki Ryokuchi". 200 yen.
・About 7 minutes by taxi from JR Tsuruga Station.

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Tsuruga Railway Museum
Tsuruga Railway Museum

Tsuruga Railway Museum If you want to learn about Tsuruga's railway history, this is the place you should visit first!

A recreation of Tsuruga Port Station, which once occupied an important position as the departure and arrival station for the "Europe-Asia International Connecting Train." We introduce the history of Tsuruga's railways through materials and models.

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Approximately 3 minutes walk with Kanegasaki Green Park on your side.

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Former Tsuruga Port Station Lamp Hut
Former Tsuruga Port Station Lamp Hut

Former Tsuruga Port Station Lamp Hut

It was used as an oil warehouse to store fuel for the canteras used for train lights, and has a unique brick construction.

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It's about a 3 minute walk, and Tsuruga Bay stretches out in front of you.

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Port of Humanity Tsuruga Museum
Port of Humanity Tsuruga Museum

Port of Humanity Tsuruga Museum

Introducing the humanitarian role played by modern Tsuruga Port, such as accepting Polish orphans rescued from Siberia during the Russian Revolution, and Jewish refugees who escaped from Nazi Germany and landed with Chiune Sugihara's ``Visa of Life'' in their hands. It's a museum.

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About 3 minutes walk.

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Tsuruga Red Brick Warehouse
Tsuruga Red Brick Warehouse

Tsuruga Red Brick Warehouse

This brick building has a history of over 100 years and is one of the symbols of the port town of Tsuruga. A modern warehouse built by an oil company in 1905, it was reborn in 2015 as a new commercial facility with a ``port and railway diorama'' and a restaurant.

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Travel by tour bus or community bus.

[Accommodation] Conveniently located near hotels, inns, and guesthouses in Tsuruga City. For dinner, we recommend enjoying seafood from the Sea of ​​Japan!

Check information on accommodations in Tsuruga City

Day 2
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Travel by tour bus or community bus.

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Tsuruga City Museum
Tsuruga City Museum

Artworks related to Tsuruga's history and culture are on display. The building is housed in the former Owada Bank headquarters built in 1927, and the building itself is full of highlights, including Hokuriku's first elevator, a marble counter, and a safe so large you can look up at it.

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Travel by tour bus or community bus. Approximately 5 minutes.

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Kehi Shrine
Kehi Shrine

The large torii gate, which is said to have been built in 702 and is one of Japan's three major torii gates and is designated as an important cultural property, greets you with a total height of 11 meters. It is also famous as a power spot, and there are many places within the shrine grounds that are full of energy.

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There is also a popular shop near Kehi Shrine, about a 1-minute walk from the torii gate, where you can try your hand at wearing Japanese clothing or trying matcha tea.

For more information on Japanese cultural experiences such as Japanese clothing and matcha, please check the article below.

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Take a bus to Tsuruga Station. Approximately 5 minutes.

Arrived at JR Tsuruga Station.

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Tsuruga Station
Tsuruga Station

You can also enjoy lunch and souvenirs around Tsuruga Station.

Click here for recommended gourmet food and souvenirs.

In addition to the model courses we introduced, there are plenty of tourist spots! Please check this out for details.

Furthermore, new sightseeing spots are scheduled to appear in the future! "JR Tsurugako Line Abandoned Line Walk," which is currently a discontinued line. Details such as the content and reservation method will be announced at a later date.

*Currently not accepting reservations.

This time, we introduced sightseeing spots with a railway theme. Since the Hokuriku Shinkansen line was extended to Tsuruga Station on March 16th, it has become very popular and crowded with many customers. ``A journey comparing the history of railways from the past to the present'' is sure to satisfy! Definitely recommended!

For information on how to access Tsuruga, Fukui Prefecture, please see below.

After the extension, it will be possible to access from Tokyo without changing trains. For details on how to access Tsuruga from Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Nagoya, and Kanazawa, please refer to the article below.

Spots introduced in this itinerary

Fukui Railway Co., Ltd.

On March 16, 2024, the Hokuriku Shinkansen opened between Kanazawa Station and Tsuruga Station. Tsuruga Station will be the terminus from both the Tokyo and Kansai areas, and is attracting a lot of attention. Tsuruga is a city of railways and ports, and the Shinkansen opened in the town where the first railway ran on the Sea of ​​Japan side, so it is popular among people other than railway fans. There are many tourist spots scattered around, and after the opening of the mountain-side Japan Heritage Old Hokuriku Line Tunnels Heritage Group, the direct train "Europe-Asia International Express" ran to Tsuruga Port, which developed into one of the leading international ports on the Sea of ​​Japan side. We will continue to offer route buses and tour plans, such as new tourist routes of Japan Heritage on the sea side along the Tsuruga Port Line. Come and go on a trip with exciting experiences beyond your imagination.

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