DISCOVER FUKUI

Kōraku Castle features the cave at Shimo-Hase, recorded in the Meisho-ki as "the place where Crown Prince Tsuneyoshi of Emperor Go-Daigo was hidden in Kenmu 4 (1337), and this is Shōboku-ura." It is said that during the fall of Kanegasaki Castle in…

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The Hokkoku Highway stretches approximately 520 km from Kyoto through Otsu, Hikone, and Lake Biwa into Fukui Prefecture, passing through Imajo, Nanjo, Echizen City (formerly Takefu City), Sabae City, and Fukui City, continuing on to Kanazawa, Toyam…

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The entire Echizen Coast is designated as Echizen-Kaga Coast Quasi-National Park. Located 1.7 km north of Cape Echizen, the "Kochimon" natural tunnel was formed by the rough waves of the Sea of Japan. It is a natural tunnel hollowed out by the eros…

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Saito Bettei Sanemori, a Heike commander who fought against the Minamoto forces led by Kiso Yoshizane during the Genpei War, is said to have planted this holly in his family home's garden when he returned to his hometown for the first time in many …

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A warm inn nestled in the mountain countryside, featuring an all-wooden, single-story structure with tatami-floored corridors, changing rooms, and wash areas. The detached guest room offers a spacious 15-tatami Japanese-style room connected by a wi…

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Echizen lacquerware is a traditional craft of which Sabae City in Fukui Prefecture is proud.This plan allows you to experience the artisans' skills up close through workshop tours and demonstrations,and experience lacquer painting yourself while re…

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A homey inn, long stays welcome

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Hanamizuki Onsen Wakatakeso, located near the Echizen Pottery Village, is a hot spring inn renowned for its excellent water quality.Its soft, mellow hot spring waters are popular for their effectiveness in treating chronic dermatitis and neuralgia.

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Ryusenji Temple, known as a training ground for the Soto Zen sect, features a quiet atmosphere with pine trees lining its approach. Founded in 1367 by Tsuugen Jaku-rei, it served as the family temple for the Honda clan, feudal lords of Fuchu. The g…

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This is a large temple of the Honzan class within the Hokke-shu Shimon-ryu sect, boasting five sub-temples.Based on the size of the precincts recorded in ancient documents and the location of ancient grid-pattern settlement remains preserved in the…

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Kongō-in Temple, exuding the simple atmosphere of a mountain temple, belongs to the Sōtō Zen sect. It was founded in 1433. In 1610, Honda Tomomasa relocated it to its current site, where the castle of the former feudal lord, Aoki Kii-no-kami, once …

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This Jōdo-shū temple is a major temple with five sub-temples. It stands on the site of the former Shinshōkōji Castle, built during the Nanboku-chō period by Shiba (Ashikaga) Takatsune, the provincial governor of Echizen Province. The castle was bur…

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By imperial decree issued by Emperor Shōmu in 741, a Kokubunji temple was built in Takefu, where the provincial capital was located. Today, it stands modestly beside the Sōja Grand Shrine, but at the time of its founding, Echizen was a large provin…

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In 887, Chūnagon Nariyuki, exiled to Echizen, prayed here continuously to clear his name of false charges. Soon after, he was pardoned and returned to the capital. Grateful, he built the shrine hall, which is said to be the origin of this site. Suc…

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Tsurugi Shrine was burned down by Taira no Kiyomori in 1161, but Taira no Shigemori, Kiyomori's eldest son, rebuilt the shrine in 1164. Shigemori is enshrined at the Komatsu Ken'un Shrine within the grounds.Tsurugi Shrine is the second most…

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The port town of Echizen is known for its crab fishing, but squid jigging is also thriving.During the summer season, fishing lights shine brightly offshore.This program lets you enjoy about three hours of squid fishing.This summer, why not challeng…

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A small shop in a small town where you can truly feel the connection between staff and customers.We offer a wide variety of items, including Ikeda Town vegetables, bento boxes, and souvenirs.Popular souvenirs include "Mama's Water," m…

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A hot spring inn standing in the center of Shizuhara Highlands. Since ancient times, it has welcomed many hikers and travelers seeking to soothe their bodies along the route leading to Gifu Prefecture.The hot spring water, known as the "beauty…

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An experiential tourist farm where you can connect with nature. The only place in the prefecture where you can enjoy picking various fruits and experience nature-based activities. We also offer an owner system for cherries.

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The Taichō no Mori complex, featuring hot springs and lodging facilities, includes an adjoining vineyard. From mid-August to late September, grapes like Delaware and Kyoho ripen one after another, offering the chance to enjoy grape picking. Under t…

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