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Sakai to Echizen

Updated: March 14, 2024 08:27 PM
Echizen

Sakai to Echizen - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

  • Language: Japanese
  • Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
  • Distance: Approximately 50 kilometers (31 miles)
  • How to Reach:
    • By train: Take the Hokuriku Shinkansen from Sakai Station to Echizen-Takefu Station. The journey takes about 30 minutes and costs around 4,000 yen.
    • By bus: Take the Keifuku Bus from Sakai Station to Echizen-Takefu Station. The journey takes about 1 hour and costs around 1,500 yen.
    • By car: Rent a car and drive from Sakai to Echizen. The journey takes about 1 hour and costs around 2,000 yen for gas and tolls.
  • Expenses:
    • Accommodation: Around 5,000 yen per night for a hotel or guesthouse.
    • Food: Around 3,000 yen per day for meals and snacks.
    • Transportation: Around 2,000 yen per day for train or bus fare.
    • Activities: Around 1,000 yen per day for admission fees and souvenirs.
  • Best time to go: Spring (March-May) or autumn (September-November) when the weather is mild.
  • What to Eat:
    • Echizen soba: A type of buckwheat noodle dish that is a local specialty.
    • Fukui beef: A type of beef that is known for its marbling and flavor.
    • Sesami tofu: A type of tofu that is made with sesame seeds and is a local delicacy.
  • Where to Go:
    • Echizen Castle: A historical castle that was built in the 16th century.
    • Echizen Ono Castle Town: A preserved samurai town that is home to many historical buildings.
    • Echizen Takefu Knife Village: A village that is known for its production of high-quality knives.
  • FA
    • Is it easy to get around Echizen?
    • Yes, Echizen is a relatively small city and it is easy to get around on foot or by bicycle.
    • Are there any English-speaking services available in Echizen?
    • Yes, there are some English-speaking services available, but it is always helpful to learn a few basic Japanese phrases before you travel.
    • Is it safe to travel alone in Echizen?
    • Yes, Echizen is a very safe city and it is perfectly safe to travel alone.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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