Echizen Cape Observation Deck

Magnificent view of the Japan Sea from the hilltop

By Takako Sakamoto

Community writer

Echizen Cape Observation Deck is on the top of the hill overlooking Echizen Beach

Wooden sign pointing to Echizen Cape Observation Deck

Stone steps leading to the observation deck

View of the rocky Echizen Beach and the hillside in mid October

Echizen Cape Observation Deck on the hilltop, and the Japan Sea stretching away under the blue sky

Rocks near the shore of Echizen Beach viewed from the observation deck

A couple enjoying the magnificent view from the observation deck on a sunny autumn day

This white building is Echizen Cape Daffodil Land halfway up the hill. In mid winter, daffodil flowers cover the entire hillside.

Trees turning color in mid October under the clear blue sky

Greenery on the hillside and rocks jutting out from the shore

The Japan Sea expands endlessly to the horizon

Looking at the hill from the observation deck

One of the major tourist attractions of Echizen Beach in Fukui prefecture is its magnificent scenery. And the best place to appreciate it is Echizen Cape Observation Deck. This deck is located on the top of the hill which faces Echizen Beach, and on the way up there is Echizen Cape Daffodil Land halfway up the hill. In mid winter, the view of daffodil flowers in full bloom covering the entire hillside, with the Japan Sea in the background is so dramatic. Since I visited in mid October, I couldn't see these beautiful flowers. Instead, I was rewarded by the refreshing view of the green hill and the clear blue water of Japan Sea. It was just wonderful!

Echizen Beach Series 1. Echizen Beach in Early Autumn 2. Ebisu Shrine on Echizen Beach 3. Kannon Shrine in a Seaside Cave 4. Kocho Gate & Guano Rock 5. Daffodil Shrine at Echizen Beach 6. Echizen Cape Observation Deck