Wakasa Rainbow Line: Spectacular Views of Wakasa Bay Seen from the Summit

Wakasa Mikata Goko (Five Lakes)

Wakasa Mikata Goko is the collective name for five lakes (Mikata Lake, Suigetsu Lake, Suga Lake, Kugushi Lake, and brackish water lake) in Wakasa Town, Fukui. Registered as a Ramsar Convention wetland in 2005, Suigetsu Lake is known worldwide for annual layer (nenkou) sediment.

Rainbow Line and Summit Observatory

Wakasa Rainbow Line is a driveway and lift-ropeway to the summit of Umejodake (Ume Castle Peak) overlooking Mikata Goko. The summit park is certified as a "Lovers' Sacred Spot" offering panoramic views of Wakasa Bay and five lakes.

Wakasa Nature and Food

The Wakasa region is a production area for abundant seafood including Wakasa flatfish and Wakasa Guji (tilefish). Activities including fishing and sea kayaking on Wakasa Bay can also be enjoyed, a naturally rich region with both sea and mountain bounty.