Mikata Five Lakes Rainbow Line
The Mikata Five Lakes are mysterious lakes known for their five different colors. By taking the driving route known as the Rainbow Line, you reach a mountaintop park where you can gaze upon the Mikata Five Lakes. You can use the cable car lift to climb the mountain, and view the Mikata Five Lakes from a stylish cafe terrace.
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WAVERING LIGHTS AND GREEN CARPETMore Information about Mikata Five Lakes Rainbow Line
Street address
- 18-2-2 Wakasacho Kiyama, Mikata Kaminaka District, Fukui 919-1301
Access
Route1
- Around 20 minutes by taxi or rental car from JR Mikata Station.
Route2
- Around 20 minutes by taxi or rental car from JR Mihama Station.
Opening Hours
- Mountaintop park: 9:00-17:00 (times may change depending on the season/weather)
Closed
- Open all year round
Website
- http://www.mikatagoko.com/eng/
Best season
- Mar., Apr., May, Jun., Jul., Aug., Sep., Oct., Nov.
Point
- The Rainbow Line that connects to the mountaintop park is a famous driving route. You can enjoy the view of the beautiful Mikata Five Lakes and Wakasa Bay as you drive, as well as the cherry blossoms in spring, the lush greenery in summer, and the colored leaves in autumn.
update: Sep.3.2024
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