Event | Sightseeing guide of Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture | General Incorporate Association DMO Sakai Tourist Bureau

Maruoka Castle Cherry Blossom Festival

April 1-20

Maruoka Castle , Kasumiga Castle Park

Lanterns are lit during the festival, creating an enchanting scene featuring the illuminated Maruoka Castle.

Takeda no Sato Weeping Cherry Festival

Mid April

Takekurabe Hiroba Square

The weeping cherry blossoms open right after the Yoshino Cherry season, presenting a peaceful, elegant view. Craft markets are held under the cheery trees in full bloom.

Mikuni Festival

May 19-21

Mikuni Shrine , Mikuni Minato-machi quarters

Held by Mikuni Shrine. The highlight of this festival is on May 20th, when the dashi(floats)-nearly 6 meters high-parade through the town, representing the spirit and prosperity of this old harbor city.

Lily festival

June

Yurinosato Park

You can enjoy elegant view of brightly colored lilies in full bloom in the cultivated garden for exhibition inside the park. We also hold various events besides providing exhibition of lilies and an activity corner.

Mikuni fireworks Festival

August 11

Mikuni Sunset Beach , The Kuzuryu River Boat Park

One of the biggest fireworks festivals in Hokuriku District, well-known for its fantastic displays launched from the surface of the Sea of Japan. The festival brings visitors from all over the District.

Mikuni minato Obi no machinagashi

Late August- early September

Mikuni Minato-machi (old district of Mikuni Town)

Dancers in summer kimono called yukata walk in procession dancing gracefully in the summer evening to a Japanese folk song accompanied by shamisen, a traditional Japanese guitar, and fifes along the street of old district of Mikuni Town illuminated by paper lanterns. “Obi no machi” refers to “a town with narrow streets like kimono sash belts”. The name of this event derives from long, narrow streets in old district of Mikuni Town that people dance and walk along. The venue: Mikuni Minato-machi (old district of Mikuni Town)

Tojinbo Cliffs Sunset Heart Cocktail

Mid September - early October

Tojinbo Cliffs

An event that you can enjoy the breeze and beautiful sunset from the ocean with nice drinks and good music.

Mikuni Onsen Crab Festival

Mid November

Mikuni Sunset Beach

Fresh Echizen Crab and other seafood from Mikuni Harbor, along with other local delicacies are displayed and sold.

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