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Zen Master Soen Shaku’s Birthplace
This site marks the birthplace of Soen Shaku, a pioneer of Zen Buddhism who was the first Japanese monk to introduce Zen Buddhism to Europe and the United States. Soen was born in Takahama in 1859 and led a remarkable life. With the help of his disciple Suzuki Daisetsu, Soen's teachings have helped to spread the message of Zen to the western world.
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Takahama Folk Museum
The Takahama Folk Museum houses a wide range of historical artifacts, spanning the Jomon period (14,000－300 BCE) to modern times. A selection of art, crafts and folk cultural properties, as well as displays of local festivals offer an intriguing insight into the local customs and beliefs of the region throughout the ages.
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Takumi Art Museum
A variety of Japanese and Western paintings, sculptures and woodwork are on display at the Takumi Art Museum, including pieces by Takahama residents.
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Takahama Fishing Culture Museum
Archeological evidence suggests that people have been fishing in the Takahama area since the Jomon Period (14,000 and 300 BC). Over time connection to the ocean has become an important part of Takahama's rich history and culture. The Takahama Fishing Museum exhibits many traditional fishing tools and equipment as well as information on how Takahama's local fishing culture evolved throughout the ages. Entrance fee: 100 ...
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Herbal Village
Located on the foothills of Mt. Aoba, Herbal Village is a multi-functional complex with camping facilities, a cafe, indoor gym and visitor center where you can learn about a variety of medicinal plants and Mt. Aoba itself. Campsite Lawn site: 10m x 10m 3,000 yen for 3 people (1,000 yen for each additional person) Forest site: 4.5 x 3.5 - 4.5 x 10 1,000 yen ...
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Eldoland Wakasa Takahama
Eldoland is an interactive center where visitors can learn about the importance of energy and science. The facility includes Tropical Wonder, an interactive tropical rain forest with a climbing wall, and jungle gym, as well as Science Wonder, a hands-on science exhibition.
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Seaside Takahama and Yuppuru Spa
This spa has a variety of baths, including open-air baths, cold baths, and there is a high temperature sauna as well as a salt sauna. Please note that the men's and women's bathrooms are changed every Thursday. Group discount and coupon tickets are also available. There are public toilets open 24 hours a day, and there is wi-fi available in the rest area. The adjacent ...
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Wakasa Takahama Sea Fishing Park
Located a stone's throw from restaurant and supermarket UMIKARA, the turquoise waters blue waters of Wakasa Takahama Sea Fishing Park make for a truly scenic fishing spot suitable for beginners and life-long fishing enthusiasts alike! With a variety of fish to catch, and convenient parking, this is a great place to start your fishing adventures in Takahama. Operating Period: April - November Opening Hours: 8:00~17:00 ...
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Hibiki Fishing Port Pier
A local fishing spot where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Uchiura Bay as well as the Hibiki rice terraces (Hibiki no Tanada), voted one of Japan's 100 finest. Seasonal Fish Spring - Black Seabream・Rockfish・Spanish Mackerel・Halfbeak Summer - Horse mackerel・Scorpion fish・Red grouper・Spanish Mackerel・Octopus Autumn - Girella ・Squid・Halfbeak・Red Grouper・Spanish Mackerel・Mottled SpinefootWinter - Girella・Rockfish・Spanish Mackerel Other services Drinks vending machine Important points Please take your garbage ...
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Otomi Ohato fishing wharf
Otomi Ohato is a popular fishing spot with a wide embankment, good footing and a constant stream of anglers even in the middle of winter. Seasonal fish 【Spring 】 halfbeak , spanish mackerel 【Summer】horse mackerel , black porgy , red sea bream , mottled spinefoot , cuttlefish , octopus 【Autumn】 oval squid , horse mackerel , halfbeak , mottled spinefoot , filefish , parrot fish ...
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Shiroyama Park
Resting on a small peninsula, Shiroyama Park is a popular recreational spot for locals and visitors. The park’s adjacent hills conceal winding forested paths, perfect for leisurely strolls, as well as observation points looking out onto the surrounding waters which are ideal for swimming, paddle-boarding, snorkeling and fishing. Between the hills lies a grassy open space that makes for a perfect spot for day camping. ...
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Hamanasu BBQ Park
Spacious outdoor BBQ area located next to Wakasa Wada Beach with restrooms, outdoor sinks, garbage station and BBQ stoves. For reservations > reservation portal site (Japanese). ※ Summer 2024 Reservations start on June 1st ※BBQ site open from 8th July - 20th August 9:00 - 4:00pm ※ Parking closes at 6:00pm (separate fee - see map below) BBQ spot A（12 lots） Set includes: Table with ...
