Sabae City in Fukui Prefecture is a leading center of Japanese manufacturing, renowned for its eyewear industry, which accounts for approximately 90% of domestic eyeglass frame production, its highly advanced textile industry, and Echizen Lacquerware with a history spanning more than 1,500 years.

The surrounding area is home to a concentration of world-renowned traditional crafts, including Echizen Cutlery, Echizen Washi Paper, and Echizen Joinery in Echizen City, as well as Echizen Pottery in Echizen Town. The region offers a wide variety of experiential tourism content, including factory and workshop tours, hands-on craft experiences, and opportunities to interact with skilled artisans.

The area is also blessed with rich culinary resources, such as fresh seafood from the Sea of Japan, Echizen soba noodles, and locally brewed sake, making it possible to develop wide-area travel itineraries that combine traditional crafts and regional gastronomy.

The Tannan region can accommodate a wide range of travel needs, including educational tours, inbound tourism, corporate training programs, and premium cultural experiences. We invite you to explore and utilize the unique attractions of this region in your travel products and programs.