[Travel conditions]
Departure point/Destination: Aichi/Fukui
Trip duration: Day trip
Transportation used: Chartered bus
Bus company: Teisan Kanko Bus or Meitetsu Kanko Bus (or equivalent)
Meal plan: Breakfast 0 times, Lunch 1 time, Dinner 0 times
Minimum number of participants: 25
Tour guide: 1
Guide: 0 (Guidance will be in Japanese) *A licensed tour guide will not accompany the tour.
[Travel planning/execution]
Company Name: Club Tourism International Inc
Address: 1-9-6 Edagawa, Koto-ku, Tokyo
Registration Number: Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agency No. 1693
Affiliated travel industry association: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) Regular Member
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KKDAY JAPAN Co., Ltd.
2nd Floor, WESTALL Yotsuya Building, 1-22-5 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0004, Japan
Registered Travel Agency No. 2045, Commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency
Member organization: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
A minimum of 25 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 4 day(s) before the departure date
Please arrive at the designated location 15 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
Meals are not included for children under the age of 3
Please note that return times may be delayed due to road conditions or other factors. In such cases, accommodation and taxi fares will be the responsibility of each customer.
The itinerary may be changed.
A fee of 1,500 yen per meal will be charged for any changes to the meal plan due to food allergies, religious reasons, etc., plus any difference in price. Please notify us at least 14 days before your departure date. For requests made after that, please contact us to discuss.
Delays due to transportation delays, or non-participation, will also be subject to cancellation fees. The tour will depart at the stated departure time.
The Fukui Crab Day Tour offers a luxurious crab feast lunch, featuring 11 distinct crab dishes. This includes a whole boiled snow crab, famously known as Echizen crab, identified by its authentic tag, along with two grilled crab legs, providing a comprehensive culinary experience of Fukui's renowned seafood.
In addition to the exquisite crab feast, the tour allows visitors to savor other authentic Fukui local specialties. You can enjoy tasting Echizen Oroshi Soba, a famous regional noodle dish, and Mizu Yokan, a traditional winter confection. These offerings provide a broader appreciation for Fukui's unique culinary landscape.
At Gotanjoji Temple, affectionately known as the 'Cat Temple,' visitors can engage in self-guided worship. The temple is famous for being home to many rescued cats that roam freely, offering a unique opportunity to experience a tranquil Japanese temple setting alongside its feline residents, which adds a charming cultural element to the visit.
Echizen crab is considered a premium specialty of Fukui Prefecture due to its exceptional quality, sweet and firm meat, and rich flavor, especially during the winter season. The presence of a special tag on each crab serves as a verifiable mark of its authenticity and origin, confirming it as a genuine Fukui delicacy.
This particular day tour conveniently departs from Nagoya Station, with organized transportation provided as part of the package to Fukui Prefecture. For independent travel, common methods include taking high-speed trains (Shinkansen to Maibara, then local lines) or direct Limited Express trains to Fukui, offering efficient travel options.
The tour conductor primarily provides guidance in Japanese. While the primary language is Japanese, the tour is designed to be welcoming for a diverse range of international customers, including many non-Japanese speakers, ensuring that all participants can have an enjoyable and accessible experience.
Yes, while the tour explicitly includes tastings of Fukui specialties like Mizu Yokan and Echizen Oroshi Soba, there are typically opportunities at the various stops made during the day to purchase these local products. This allows visitors to buy souvenirs and take home a taste of Fukui's unique regional flavors.
The visit to Gotanjoji Temple is scheduled as a self-guided worship opportunity, allowing visitors flexibility. Typically, guests spend a comfortable period, usually around 30 to 60 minutes, to explore the temple grounds, observe the resident cats, and soak in the serene atmosphere without feeling rushed.