Paper Making Town
Echizen in Fukui Prefecture is renowned for its 1,500-year-old washi papermaking tradition. At the heart of this heritage is the Echizen Washi Village, where visitors can explore the Udatsu Paper & Craft Museum, a restored Edo-period papermaker's house showcasing traditional techniques. The Paper & Culture Museum offers insights into the history and cultural significance of washi, while Papyrus House provides hands-on workshops to create personalized washi items. Nearby, the Okamoto-Otaki Shrine, dedicated to Kawakami Gozen—the goddess of paper—features a unique architectural design and is surrounded by ancient cedar trees, including a notable 23-meter-tall specimen. Bus to the Washi No Sato bus stop from Echizen-Takefu.
