Frequently Asked Questions
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Check-in / check-out (1)
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is 15:30-17:00 and check-out is 10:00. Times may differ by plan.
Reservations (1)
How do I book?
You can book through the official website (echizen-araki.biz). We are also happy to answer questions by telephone.
Facility overview (1)
What is the Omotenashi Standard certification?
It is a certification scheme created to strengthen Japan's service industry and regional economies. We hold the Gold certification, recognising us as an inn whose service exceeds guests' expectations.
Hot springs / Baths (1)
What are the baths like?
You can enjoy the hot spring along the Echizen coast. Please see the official website or contact the inn for details.
Meals (4)
What is distinctive about the food?
Two chefs combine Japanese culinary technique with local flavours in creative dishes built on the seafood and mountain produce of Echizen. We aim to be the finest food inn in Echizen and hold the Gold certification of the Omotenashi Standard.
Can I stay outside the winter season?
As well as Echizen crab in winter, from spring to autumn you can enjoy seasonal seafood and mountain produce. We are open all year.
What is seiko crab?
Echizen seiko crab is the female of the Echizen snow crab. The rich flavour of the internal and external roe is its distinctive feature, and from November to December we take telephone orders for Echizen seiko crab served in its shell.
From when can I eat Echizen crab?
Echizen crab plans go on sale on 1 September each year. In the winter season, when crab fishing opens, we serve Echizen crab freshly boiled and piping hot.
Parking (1)
Is there parking?
There is a car park. Please check with the inn when booking.
Other (6)
What time is check-out?
10:00.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Wi-Fi is available. Please contact the property for details on where it can be used and any charges.
What time is check-in?
15:30.
What is the address?
71-280-1 Kuriya, Echizen Town, Nyu District, Fukui Prefecture
How do I get there?
About 40 minutes by car from JR Takefu Station. About 40 minutes by car from Sabae IC. About 50 minutes by car from Tsuruga IC. About 150 m on foot from the Kuriya bus stop.
Is there parking?
Parking is available. Please contact the property for details.