Sabae Megane (Sabae, Fukui Prepecture)

1.Introduction

Sabae is Japan’s largest megane (eyeglasses) production center, with more than 90% of Japan’s eyeglass frames manufactured within the city.

Sabae was also the first in the world to succeed in developing eyeglass frames made with titanium, a hard and lightweight metal that is hypoallergenic.
As exemplified by this fact, Sabae is committed to producing the world’s best quality eyeglasses.

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2.How to go to Sabae

It takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes by car or approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes by public transportation from Osaka.

Contact Information

Regional Brand Development Support Office, International Affairs Department, Kansai Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry（METI-Kansai）
address：1-5-44 Otemae, Chuo-ku, Osaka, 540-8535 Japan
tel：06-6966-6054
e-mail：bzl-kin-brandshitsu@meti.go.jp