Fukui Prefectural Museum of History

From ancient times to the present day, Fukui's history is displayed in an easy-to-understand manner.

Highlights include the "History Zone," where you can trace Fukui's history through visually engaging exhibits like authentic materials and full-scale dioramas, and the "Life in the Showa Era" corner, faithfully recreating the daily lives of Fukui residents from the nostalgic 1950s to 1970s, complete with sounds and lighting. Other popular features include the "Open Storage Room," offering a glimpse behind the scenes of the museum.

Adjacent to the museum are a cafe and Iku Park, allowing visitors to enjoy themselves outside the building as well.

This museum offers enjoyment for everyone, whether you're interested in history or not.

Please feel free to drop by.


Information

Telephone Number Details
0776-22-4675(Fukui Prefectural Museum of History)
Address (in Japanese)
福井県福井市大宮2-19-15
Opening Hours
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Last admission at 4:30 PM)
Closed
Year-end and New Year holidays (December 29 - January 2) Temporary closure for exhibition changes and inspections
Prices
Adults: 100 yen Groups (20 or more people): 80 yen High school students and younger, those aged 70 and over, persons with disabilities: Free
Getting There
From JR Fukui Station, take the Keifuku Bus Takagi Line and get off at "Prefectural History Museum Mae" stop. It's right there. From the Hokuriku Expressway Fukui-Kita Interchange, it's a 10-minute drive.
Car Park
No
Website

Fukui Prefectural Museum of History Homepage

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