Ichijodani Asakura Clan Ruins (Ichijodani Asakura Family Site)
The Ichijodani Asakura Clan Ruins, located in Ichijodani about 10 km southeast of Fukui City, were once a castle town during the Warring States period (1467–1568). Starting in 1967, excavations rediscovered the layout of the town, including the home of the feudal lord, samurai residences, temples, and houses of merchants and artisans. Some samurai residences and merchants' quarters have been rebuilt along a 200-meter-long stretch of road. Four Japanese gardens have also been discovered and partially restored. The ruins are designated as a national Special Historic Site and Special Place of Scenic Beauty, and the excavated artifacts are designated as Important Cultural Properties.
For over 100 years, this town and Ichijodani Castle served as the base of the Asakura clan, the warlords who ruled the region over five generations, until their defeat. The ruins of the castle are on top of a nearby hill, which offers a scenic view of the area.
The Ichijo River flows through the site, and there are colorful koi carp in the clear river water. In late March and early April, the site is a favorite place for families to see the cherry blossoms.
- Area
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
- Preferences
- Accessible by public transportation
Information
- Telephone Number
- 0776-41-2330（Asakura Clan Site Preservation Association）
- Address
- 福井県福井市城戸ﾉ内町
- Opening Hours
- Ichijodani Asakura Clan Ruins are free to visit at any time, Restored Townscape/9:00-17:00 (entrance until 16:30)
- Closed
- Year-end and New Year's holidays
- Prices
- Restored Townscape/ Adults 330 yen (group 260 yen), 70 years old and over 100 yen (group 80 yen), elementary and junior high school students 100 yen (group 80 yen)
Groups must be of 20 or more people
Free admission for disabled persons with a disability certificate. - Payment Methods
- Cash only
- Getting There
- Take the Asakura-Eiheiji Direct Bus from the East Exit of Fukui Station and get off at "Fukugen Machinami" bus stop.
From JR Fukui Station, take the Etsumihoku Line to Ichijodani Station, from which it is 15 minutes on foot to the ruins (you can also use the Karamongo bus from the station).
10 minutes drive from Fukui IC on Hokuriku Expressway. - Car Park
- Yes
- Parking Space for Large Buses
- Available
- Website
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