The crab fishing season in Japan has been lifted, and many people want to come to Japan to try it and taste the delicious flavor of crab meat.

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Among them, the Echizen crab from the mantis shrimp species is one of Japan's most iconic delicacies. Its flesh is delicate, sweet, and rich in ocean flavors. Known as the king of crabs, it is served exclusively to the Japanese imperial family every year. Prices start at a minimum of 30,000 yen and vary depending on the season and size.

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In addition to Echizen crab, there is another species from the same family—the matsuba crab—known as sakura crab. Because the crab is so plump it almost overflows, its roe and crab innards are especially precious. It’s worth mentioning that although this sakura crab has less meat, it has a stronger crab flavor and is relatively more affordable, making it more popular among Japanese people.

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For hot springs, there are many options. If you're looking to stay overnight, the top recommendation is Kaga Kataoka Kin no Yu Kashōkyō. It's very close to the airport, and every room faces Lake Shishan'o_. In summer, there's also a fireworks festival, allowing you to enjoy a meal, soak in the hot springs, and take in the lake view—truly a wonderful experience.

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If you don’t want to take a nude bath, you can also go to Awara City in northern Fukui Prefecture, where the local “Awara Onsen” is known as the “living room of Kansai,” showing how suitable it is for tourism. There’s a place called Ashiyu where you can enjoy five different styles of foot bath hot springs at once, and the building is entirely constructed from hinoki cypress, making it the top-tier foot bath hot spring in Hokuriku.(Photo / Reporter Hu Shaofu)

The three famous crabs in Japan include: Hokkaido’s Sapporo King Crab, Horsehair Crab, and the Matsuba Crab from Tottori and Shimane Prefectures. Due to Japan’s clear regulations on crab fishing seasons, the crab fishing season is from November to March each year. That means you can only eat fresh, delicious, just-caught crabs during this period. Likewise, the price is also higher than in other seasons.(／)" width="600" height="400"/>

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After eating and drinking your fill, you can also try the nearby Awara geisha transformation experience nearby. Dress up as a geisha for just 13,000 yen, or you can choose to join a geisha banquet entertainment experience for just 3,000 yen, where you can play traditional games with Japanese people dressed as geisha and experience the local culture.

Kawasenkyo Gassho, Kaga Onsen
Address: 0922-0412 Ishikawa Prefecture, Kaga, Kawasenkyo Onsen
Phone: 0761-74-1200

Awara Onsen Ashiyu
Address: 0910-4104 Fukui Prefecture, Awara, 3-Chome 413, Onsen
Business Hours: 07:00–23:00

Taipingge Hotel (for Echizen crab tasting)
Address: 50-1-1 Funatsu, Awara, Fukui Prefecture 910-4105
Phone: 0776-78-5566

Awara Onsen Geisha Transformation Experience
Address: Traditional Arts Museum, Kaisui City Plaza, Awara Onsen
Phone Number: 0776-78-6767