This forgotten Japanese Port Town is rising again — But How?

This forgotten Japanese Port Town is rising again — But How?

Do you want to explore Japan beyond the main tourist sites? Today, join us in Japan’s Hokuriku region, exploring Mikuniminato in Fukui Prefecture, a port town that used to rival the likes of Yokohama and Osaka. What does the town look like today, and what can you do here?

While this isn’t one of Japan’s most visited destinations, you’d be surprised to discover how many things there are to do here. This is a perfect destination for foodies, with offerings ranging from gourmet French cuisine to incredibly comforting seafood street foods like sweet shrimp croquette. We also learned about its unique architecture, painted paper lamps by hand and stayed in an incredibly stylish lodging in a renovated townhouse.

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Mikuniminato offers so much more than first meets the eye, with an incredibly rich culture and heritage and a dedicated community working together to preserve it. What did you think of Mikuniminato? Have you ever heard about this town before? We’d love to know your thoughts. And please, don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to our channel to see more amazing Japan adventures like this one!

*FEATURED FOODS*
Borscht Mousse
Tuna・Pear・Caviar Mille-Feuille
Mushrooms Terrine
Wakasa Beef
Mont Blanc
Amaebi Croquette
Crab Claw Cream Croquette
Gakeppuchi Shu-Cream
Grilled Scallop

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00:00 Welcome to Mikuni Minato, Fukui Prefecture!

*TIMELINE*
01:01 Our hotel for the trip!
01:38 Tour of the Town
08:10 Mikuni’s local lantern-makers
11:56 A luxe new dinner spot
18:56 The chef behind the magic!
19:50 Welcome to Shizuka’s crib?
20:19 Morning Temple Visit!
22:01 Shopping Street Treats
26:44 Mikuni’s wonders!
27:46 Final thoughts?