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Kani Factory Japan's First & Only Crab Theme Park Is Born!

Open! July 2026

Free Admission

What is Kani Factory?
A Paradise of Crabs!

Kani Factory is Japan’s first crab-themed park,
operated by Kouragumi, a crab specialty company founded in Fukui Prefecture.
Here, visitors can fully enjoy the world of crabs through fun,
delicious, and interactive experiences.
Watch crabs transform through processing at the open factory,
savor a wide variety of crab dishes and fresh seafood at the food court
and restaurant, and let children play freely in the kids’ area.
Kani Factory is truly a hands-on crab paradise where you can see, taste,
and experience everything crab-related.

Echizen Crab Craftsman Kouragumi is an online shop originating from Fukui that deals in general foods, primarily seafood centered on crabs. We have won the "Shop of the Year Seafood Genre Award" on Rakuten Ichiba for four consecutive years starting in 2017. In 2021, we achieved 1st place in the Food Category of the PayPay Mall Annual Best Store 2020.

Here's what's amazing

Amazing Point1

Ohhhh!
Witness the crabs
transforming!

Before your eyes, you can observe through the clear glass the process as crabs transform into Kouragumi's mega-hit product, "Cut Raw Snow Crab." See how the crab you usually enjoy in hot pots is prepared and delivered to your table!

Wow!

Amazing Point2

By the time you
leave, you'll be a
crab expert!

Where do crabs come from, and where do they live? Interesting trivia about crabs is scattered throughout Kani Factory. While you play, eat, and marvel, these facts will naturally stick in your mind! By the time you go home, you'll surely be a crab expert!

I'm
curious!!

Amazing Point3

How many times
do I have to say
"Delicious"?!

At Kani Factory, we have prepared a bounty of seasonal seafood, starting with crabs, and the tastes of Fukui Prefecture, a treasure trove of food. The crab dishes, prepared with great skill by Kouragumi's proud craftsmen, are exquisite. Enjoy them there, take them home as souvenirs, and enjoy them to your heart's content.

Looks
delicious!

Amazing Point4

Your digital crab
starts running!

At the "Digital Drawing Corner," one of Kani Factory's highlights, the crab you draw will come to life and start moving! You can also enter your drawn crab into a race! Cheer on your crab as it dashes (sideways?) through the course! Tear up the track!

Go for it!

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Getting Here

27-1-2 Tai, Tsuruga City,
Fukui Prefecture 914-0273

Approx. 5 minutes from
Hokuriku Expressway Tsuruga IC

Exit the Hokuriku Expressway at Tsuruga IC, take National Route 8 towards Fukui, and turn right at the first traffic light. After 400m, turn right at the black building (denshoku), and you will find it at the end of the road.

Approx. 10 minutes from
JR Tsuruga Station

By Taxi

Taking a taxi from the stand in front of the station takes about 7-10 minutes (depending on traffic).

By Bus

There is a bus stop nearby such as "Tai". It takes a few minutes to walk from the bus stop to the site. *The number of buses may be limited. Please check the timetable before using.

Facility 
Info

Name

Kani Factory Kouragumi

Address

27-12 Tai, Tsuruga City,
Fukui Prefecture 914-0273

Hours

9:00 - 17:00

Holidays

Irregular holidays

Parking Capacity

250 standard cars, 20 large buses

Site Area /
Total Floor Area

Approx. 18,000㎡ /
5,468.47㎡ Steel frame 2-story building

Operating Company

Denshoku Co., Ltd.

Parking is free!

FAQ

Is admission free?

There is no admission fee for Kani Factory. Parking is also available for free. *Please refrain from using the parking lot if you are not visiting Kani Factory.

Is the facility barrier-free?

The facility is barrier-free.

Do you lend out wheelchairs?

We do lend out wheelchairs. Numbers are limited, so please ask a staff member.

Is there a nursing room?

It is located on the right side at the back of the central aisle.

Wi-Is Wi-Fi available?

Free Wi-Fi is available inside the facility. The ID and password are posted on-site.

What are the opening hours?

Open 9:00 - 17:00. Extended hours are available during busy seasons.

Are there any holidays?

No fixed holidays are planned (irregular holidays).

Are pets allowed?

Since we have an attached food factory, pets are not allowed for hygiene reasons. (Service dogs are allowed.)

Can I bring food and drinks?

In accordance with health department guidance, bringing outside food and drinks into the facility is not permitted.

Can I bring baby food?

Store-bought baby food is allowed. Please note there is no microwave available.

What payment methods are available besides cash?

Credit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, JCB, Diners, AMEX), QR Code Payments (PayPay, LINE Pay, AEON Pay)

Can you issue an invoice-compliant receipt?

Yes, it is possible. Please ask at the register when paying.
*We cannot issue receipts without a specific recipient name or with altered amounts.

Are shopping bags charged?

Shopping bags (plastic bags) are free. We may limit the number of bags given based on the number of items purchased.

Is a reservation required for visiting?

Individual customers can visit without a reservation.
(Reservations are recommended for visitors arriving by large vehicles such as microbuses, or in groups of 10 or more.)

Where is the nearest station?

It is JR Tsuruga Station. About 10 minutes by car to Kani Factory.

Is parking free?

Parking is free.
It can accommodate 250 standard cars and up to 20 large buses.
There are also parking spaces for bicycles and motorcycles.
*Please refrain from using the parking lot if you are not visiting Kani Factory.

Is there a smoking area?

There is a designated smoking area outdoors.
Smoking is prohibited on the premises, including the parking lot, except in the smoking area.
*Electronic cigarettes must also be used in the smoking area.

Is there an ATM inside?

We apologize, but there is no ATM inside the facility.

Can I reserve a table in the dining area?

Reservations are scheduled to start one month before opening.

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