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Echizen Collection

Echizen is a picturesque coastal town in Japan, known for its stunning beaches and fresh seafood

Background imageEchizen Collection: Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1

Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1, 281 smaller Buddha statues lining the walls of the Butsuden building. Japan

Background imageEchizen Collection: Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1

Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1, 281 smaller Buddha statues lining the walls of the Butsuden building. Japan

Background imageEchizen Collection: Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1

Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1, 281 smaller Buddha statues lining the walls of the Butsuden building. Japan

Background imageEchizen Collection: Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1

Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1, 281 smaller Buddha statues lining the walls of the Butsuden building. Japan

Background imageEchizen Collection: Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1

Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1, 281 smaller Buddha statues lining the walls of the Butsuden building. Japan

Background imageEchizen Collection: Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1

Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1, 281 smaller Buddha statues lining the walls of the Butsuden building. Japan

Background imageEchizen Collection: Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1

Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1, 281 smaller Buddha statues lining the walls of the Butsuden building. Japan

Background imageEchizen Collection: Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1

Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1, 281 smaller Buddha statues lining the walls of the Butsuden building. Japan

Background imageEchizen Collection: Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1

Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1, 281 smaller Buddha statues lining the walls of the Butsuden building. Japan

Background imageEchizen Collection: Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1

Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1, 281 smaller Buddha statues lining the walls of the Butsuden building. Japan

Background imageEchizen Collection: Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1

Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple is home to the Echizen Great Buddha and 1, 281 smaller Buddha statues lining the walls of the Butsuden building. Japan

Background imageEchizen Collection: Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple Guardian statue. Japan

Katsuyama, Seidaiji Temple Guardian statue. Japan

Background imageEchizen Collection: Portrait of Matsudaira Yoshinaga

Portrait of Matsudaira Yoshinaga
3521884 Portrait of Matsudaira Yoshinaga; (add.info.: Portrait of Matsudaira Yoshinaga (1828-1890) Japanese daimyo of the Edo period. He was head of the Fukui Domain in Echizen Province

Background imageEchizen Collection: Echizen, section of sheet no. 10 from the series 'Cutout Pictures of the Provinces...', 1852

Echizen, section of sheet no. 10 from the series "Cutout Pictures of the Provinces...", 1852
Echizen, section of sheet no. 10 from the series "Cutout Pictures of the Provinces (Kunizukushi harimaze zue)", 1852

Background imageEchizen Collection: The Pine Forest of Kebi at Tsuruga in Echizen Province, no. 31 from the series Pictures of Famous

The Pine Forest of Kebi at Tsuruga in Echizen Province, no. 31 from the series Pictures of Famous Places in
5854199 The Pine Forest of Kebi at Tsuruga in Echizen Province, no. 31 from the series Pictures of Famous Places in the Sixty-odd Provinces, 1853 (colour woodblock print) by Hiroshige

Background imageEchizen Collection: Fukui Bridge in Echizen Province (Echizen Fukui no hashi), from the series Remarkable V

Fukui Bridge in Echizen Province (Echizen Fukui no hashi), from the series Remarkable Views of Bridges in Various Provinces (Shokoku meikyo kiran), 1827-30

Background imageEchizen Collection: Fukui Bridge, Province of Echizen, c1785-1849. Artist: Hokusai

Fukui Bridge, Province of Echizen, c1785-1849. Artist: Hokusai
Fukui Bridge, Province of Echizen, c1785-1849

Background imageEchizen Collection: Kinko echizen, imori, Yoshikiyo, artist, [between 1700 and 1704], 1 print : woodcut; 24

Kinko echizen, imori, Yoshikiyo, artist, [between 1700 and 1704], 1 print : woodcut; 24
Kinko echizen, AImori, Yoshikiyo, artist, [between 1700 and 1704], 1 print : woodcut; 24.9 x 34.7 cm. Kinko and Echizen. Two women, one seated writing a letter

Background imageEchizen Collection: 1797-1858 1853. 24. 1 35. 9 Ando Echizen Hiroshige

1797-1858 1853. 24. 1 35. 9 Ando Echizen Hiroshige
Echizen, Andō, Hiroshige, 1797-1858, artist, 1853. 1 print : woodcut, color ; 35.9 x 24.1 cm. Print shows a bird's-eye view of sailboats on a river, with mountains in the distance, at sunset

Background imageEchizen Collection: Japan, Fukui, Seidaiji Temple, Echizen Great Buddha

Japan, Fukui, Seidaiji Temple, Echizen Great Buddha

Background imageEchizen Collection: Echizen

Echizen

Background imageEchizen Collection: Kinko echizen

Kinko echizen. Kinko and Echizen. Two women, one seated writing a letter, the other pulling back the hair of a man sitting in front of a mirror, possibly an actor applying makeup



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Echizen is a picturesque coastal town in Japan, known for its stunning beaches and fresh seafood. The crystal-clear waters of the Sea of Japan provide the perfect backdrop for relaxing days spent swimming and sunbathing, and is famous for its traditional paper-making industry, which has been practiced in the region for centuries. Visitors can tour local paper mills to see how this delicate craft is still carried out by skilled artisans today. In addition to its natural beauty and cultural heritage, it offers plenty of outdoor activities for adventure seekers. Hiking trails wind through lush forests, offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and coastline. Surfing enthusiasts flock to Echizen's beaches to catch some waves, while anglers can try their luck at fishing from the rocky shores. For those looking to unwind after a day of exploration, Echizen boasts an array of hot springs where visitors can soak away their cares in mineral-rich waters. Local ryokans offer traditional Japanese accommodations complete with tatami mat floors and sliding doors that open onto serene garden views. Whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure, it has something for everyone. This hidden gem on Japan's west coast is sure to leave a lasting impression on all who visit.