How the Hokuriku Shinkansen will change things! A summary of how to get to Fukui
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The major changes to the Hokuriku Shinkansen announced by JR West are much-anticipated news for tourists, as they will make travel to the Hokuriku region more comfortable and attractive.
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Katsuyama City is located in the northeastern part of Fukui Prefecture. The city is located on a river terrace formed along the course of the Kuzuryu River, and is a rural city rich in water and greenery, with commerce and industry based on the local textile industry since the Meiji period, and agriculture and forestry having been thriving since ancient times. Our company is a DMO (tourism region development organization) that works with local communities to develop tourist areas. Katsuyama City is a treasure trove of attractive tourist content, including the Dinosaur Museum and Heisenji Temple! We provide detailed services to customers visiting Katsuyama , such as guided tours that allow many people to experience Katsuyama , the Geo Terminal in the parking lot of the Dinosaur Museum, and the operation of the "Dinosaur Valley Katsuyama" Roadside Station , which opened in June 2020. We are also actively challenging ourselves to create new businesses centered around tourism, aiming to revitalize the town of Katsuyama.
Key points of the timetable change
Addition of new stations and improved access to tourist destinations
The new timetable adds six new stations at popular tourist destinations, including Awara Onsen Station and Fukui Station. This will dramatically improve access to tourist attractions and beautiful nature, further broadening the scope of travel. With the opening of the Hokuriku Shinkansen from Kanazawa to Tsurugakan, this timetable revision will shorten travel times between the Hokuriku area and the Tokyo metropolitan area, Shinetsu area, and Kinki, Chukyo and Kanazawa areas, making access even more convenient.
Significant increase in the number of trains
With the long-awaited increase in train frequency, tourists can now enjoy travel on a more flexible schedule. It is also easier to avoid crowds, so you can look forward to a more comfortable journey on board.
◆Hokuriku area to the greater Tokyo area and Shinetsu region With the start of direct service from Tokyo to Tsuruga, direct access between the greater Tokyo area and Shinetsu region and the newly opened section will be possible, shortening travel time.
Number of trains: Kagayaki: 9 round trips between Tokyo and Tsuruga, 1 round trip between Tokyo and Kanazawa, Hakutaka: 5 round trips between Tokyo and Tsuruga, 9 round trips between Tokyo and Kanazawa
◆Hokuriku area to Kinki/Chukyo area The "Tsurugi" will connect with the limited express "Thunderbird" and "Shirasagi" at Tsuruga Station, and travel times will be shortened by the speed effect of the opening of the Shinkansen and the smooth transfer between the limited express and Shinkansen trains.
●Number of services: Thunderbird: 25 round trips between Tsuruga and Osaka, Shirasagi: 15 round trips between Tsuruga and Maibara or Nagoya, Tsurugi: 25 round trips between Tsuruga and Kanazawa or Toyama
Let's visit tourist attractions that are now easier to access!
Beautiful nature and historical sites
There are many beautiful natural and historical sites accessible from the new stations. For example, from Tsuruga Station you can go to tourist attractions such as the Red Brick Warehouse, a symbol of Tsuruga as an international city, and Kehi Shrine, famous for one of Japan's three largest torii gates, alongside Itsukushima Shrine in Hiroshima Prefecture and Kasuga Shrine in Nara Prefecture. From Echizen-Takefu Station you can go to Urushi-no-Sato Kaikan, where you can learn about the history and manufacturing process of lacquerware, and Tree Picnic Adventure Ikeda, where you can enjoy ziplining and rafting in the great outdoors.
Local delicacies
The revision has made it easier to experience the unique and delicious foods of each region. Fukui Prefecture's famous specialties include Echizen oroshi soba, sauce katsudon, Echizen crab, fried tofu, and mizu yokan. The new Shinkansen station is located next to the station, so you can enjoy meals made with local ingredients. Make your sightseeing memories even more special.
Enjoy the local charm to the fullest
Enjoy the beautiful nature, historical sites, and local cuisine that are accessible from the new stations. Thanks to the new timetable, you can visit more places and experience the local charm.
Increase in the number of trains dramatically improves travel efficiency
With the opening of the Hokuriku Shinkansen between Kanazawa and Tsuruga, travel will become much easier than before, and it will become easier to access tourist spots that were previously difficult to reach. Fukui Prefecture has many attractive places. Please take advantage of the new Hokuriku Shinkansen and enjoy a wonderful trip.
Katsuyama City is located in the northeastern part of Fukui Prefecture. The city is located on a river terrace formed along the course of the Kuzuryu River, and is a rural city rich in water and greenery, with commerce and industry based on the local textile industry since the Meiji period, and agriculture and forestry having been thriving since ancient times. Our company is a DMO (tourism region development organization) that works with local communities to develop tourist areas. Katsuyama City is a treasure trove of attractive tourist content, including the Dinosaur Museum and Heisenji Temple! We provide detailed services to customers visiting Katsuyama , such as guided tours that allow many people to experience Katsuyama , the Geo Terminal in the parking lot of the Dinosaur Museum, and the operation of the "Dinosaur Valley Katsuyama" Roadside Station , which opened in June 2020. We are also actively challenging ourselves to create new businesses centered around tourism, aiming to revitalize the town of Katsuyama.
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