Wakasa Kajitsu: An Inn to Enjoy the Sea, Cuisine, and Culture of Miketsukuni Wakasa

We visited by rental car based on Reviews. The full-course fugu meal was so delicious it moved our whole family. On top of that, the dessert came with a wonderful birthday message plate we had requested in advance, and everyone kept saying “Amazing!” as we took photo after photo. The delicate hand-drawn floral design in chocolate and jam looked like professional artwork, beautifully arranged with colorful fruit and cake; it felt almost too beautiful to eat, but we enjoyed every bite and finished it all. The lounge also offered free drinks and snacks, which the men especially appreciated. In our Room, the sound of the waves was wonderfully soothing, making this Accommodation truly comfortable and memorable. We sincerely thank the staff for their thoughtful hospitality.

With the Hokuriku Shinkansen now extended to Tsuruga, Fukui feels closer than ever!I took a local train for about an hour from Tsuruga to Obama, eager to see Wakasa Bay.I had requested the Shuttle Service to Wakasaka-bi, and during the roughly 15-minute ride from the station to the Accommodation, they kindly explained everything from Obama’s geography and climate to the concept of the Accommodation—building my excitement even more.To be honest, my first impression upon arrival was, “Huh… is this really it?” But once I stepped through the noren curtain and into the lobby/dining area, I was truly moved by the breathtaking view of Wakasa Bay and the surrounding mountains.The view from my second-floor Room was also wonderful. Falling asleep with the soothing sound of waves by my pillow was a delight. The amenities were minimal yet more than sufficient, and there were tasteful complimentary drinks as well. The absence of both a TV and a phone gave it a refreshingly intentional feel.Dinner featured simple yet carefully prepared dishes centered on local ingredients. Everything—from heshiko (fermented mackerel) to fugu aspic—was as delicious as I had hoped, but I was especially impressed by the freshly harvested spring wakame served with Wakasa beef shabu-shabu.Breakfast was equally comforting: Wakasa flounder, soy-marinated mackerel, and rice cooked in an Iga-yaki clay pot… such a warming start to the day.Both dinner and breakfast were made even more enjoyable thanks to the attentive service throughout.On our way back to the station via Shuttle Service, they even stopped at a roadside station so I could pick up some souvenirs.For elderly guests or anyone with mobility concerns, moving between areas such as the bathhouse, Rooms, and an annex lounge is not fully barrier-free—this was my only slight disappointment. Still, it’s definitely an Accommodation I’d love to return to while I’m still able-bodied.