“Hokuriku Shinkansen Extension” Trivia #1: One month left. When does the Shinkansen start running between Kanazawa and Tsuruga?

Our site delivers selected information on Kanazawa based on the concept of "Explore Kanazawa, Enjoy Kanazawa". From now on, we will be providing basic information about the Hokuriku Shinkansen Tsuruga Extension, which is less than a month away from opening. While many train fans are eagerly waiting for the train, and there are many reports in the news and newspapers, there are many questions such as "What will be different from before?", "What will be more convenient?", "Will the fare be higher?" Many people are excited, while there are some who seem to know but not have a clear image, so we decided to look into the "Hokuriku Shinkansen" from the perspective of "5W1H". The first part is super basic information "When will it open?"

When will it open?

As many of you may know, the Hokuriku Shinkansen line between Kanazawa and Tsuruga will open on Saturday, March 16, 2024. Am I the only one who feels like it was just recently that Nagano-Kanazawa section opened 8 years ago? With the extension of the Hokuriku Shinkansen to Kanazawa, many Ishikawa residents are now closer to Tokyo both physically and psychologically. The Tsuruga extension is likely to be an opportunity to remove invisible walls for both Fukui prefecture residents and those living in the Kanto area.

It is great news that a new shopping center called "CURU-F Fukui Station" will be opened at Fukui Station thanks to the extension. There are many stores featuring specialties that Fukui Prefecture is proud of, such as Echizen crab, fresh local seafood, local sake and wine, and Habutae mochi. There is also "Starbucks", which will be opening at Fukui Station for the first time, and imported food store,"Jupiter", which will be its first store in Fukui and Ishikawa. Among all, "Chisa Squirrels' House" is particularly attracting great attention, as it is filled with the heartwarming world of squirrels drawn by the artist Chisa Fujioka, who is famous for her squirrel designs. If you like cute things, you should definitely visit!
[Click here for CURU-F Fukui Station website]

The Hokuriku Shinkansen is also famous for its ability to withstand heavy rain and snow. In the eight years since the Hokuriku Shinkansen opened in Kanazawa, service has only been suspended for two days due to heavy snow. It's truly the best means of transportation. Being able to travel without worrying about the weather gives both business people and travelers a sense of security.

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So, what did you think of the first part? Please look forward to next time♪

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