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The "One-Stroke Letter: Japan's Shortest Letter Museum" has opened, showcasing past winning entries from the One-Stroke Letter Contest for Japan's Shortest Letter. The centerpiece of the permanent exhibition room, "FUMI NO TAKI," is a video install…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

The temple possesses the simple, unadorned appearance characteristic of Zen temples. However, a map of Fuchu from the first year of the Shōtoku era (1711) records its grounds as measuring 44 ken (approximately 80 meters) north to south and 50 ken (…

• Tannan

This shrine enshrines Chiyotsuru Kuniyasu, revered as the founder of Echizen-style swordsmithing. Within the shrine grounds lies "Chiyotsuru Pond," where Chiyotsuru Kuniyasu is said to have drawn water while forging swords.

• Tannan

A shrine dedicated to Abe no Seimei, a Heian-period (794-1185) "onmyoji", those technical officers in charge of divination and geomorphology based on the theory of the yin-and-yang five phases. Revered as a guardian against fire for prote…

• Wakasa

Established in 1488, this temple is a special head temple of the Tendai Shinsho sect. Its magnificent mountain gate is constructed entirely of zelkova wood. It features dynamic carvings, including the Sixteen Arhats, carp ascending a waterfall, and…

• Tannan

This is the old battlefield where Nitta Yoshisada, the protector of Prince Tsunenaga and Prince Takera, fought against the Ashikaga forces in 1336. The battle was so severe that Prince Tonoara and 300 others set fire to the castle and committed sui…

• Wakasa

The Koyasu Kannon is enshrined in the inner sanctuary of Shōkōji Temple. It was placed here by Emperor Kinmei, the son of Emperor Keitai, who was known for his deep filial devotion. Today, it is revered as a Kannon renowned for its miraculous power…

• Tannan

Saikoji Temple is the family temple of Shibata Katsuie and Oichi. After the fall of the Asakura clan, it is said that Katsuie relocated the temple from to its current location when he built his castle in Kitanosho. Within the temple grounds lies th…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

Built during the Nara period, this shrine is known as "Wakasa Ebisu." It attracts many worshippers from within and outside the prefecture as a deity of prosperous business, fishing, and the guardian of children. Its vermilion-lacquered to…

• Wakasa

The garden features the "Statue of the Young Dogen," depicting Zen Master Dogen in his youth when he resolved to become a monk, alongside the "Jojō Pagoda" built to repay the kindness of his master, Zen Master Jōjō, and the grav…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

The Sun Sun Hall at Kamishibi Cultural Center hosts various events such as lectures and concerts. A library is also located on the premises.

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

This temple is a branch temple of Eiheiji, the head temple of the Soto Zen sect. It was established in 1653 by order of Matsudaira Masakatsu, the first lord of the Echizen Matsuoka domain. Originally built to pray for the repose of the soul of Lord…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Shiroyama Park, the site of Takahama Castle built by Masanori Itsumi in the Warring States Period, has the famous Meikyodo Cave (a scenic spot in Takahama Town) and a large lawn area, and there is a walking trail in the park. Walking along the prom…

• Wakasa

The Kōra-zukuri-style Calendar Museum is a unique museum filled with materials related to calendars, including rare ancient astronomical instruments and calendars from bygone eras. It was built in commemoration of the descendants of Abe no Seimei, …

• Wakasa

It is said that Benzaiten Hakuryuo Daigongen Shrine was founded in 717, the first year of the Nara Period, when a branch temple of Heisenji Hakusan Shrine, founded by famous monk Taicho Daishi, was also established in this area, and that Benzaiten …

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Volunteer Guides Sharing the Charm of MikuniWe serve as volunteer guides, sharing the charm of Mikuni Town—a port town that has long thrived on water transportation—with visitors.Our goal is to contribute to community development and regional growt…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

Located within Yoshikage Park, the area is also famous as a cherry blossom viewing spot. The Asakura clan flourished for five generations over 103 years, from the Muromachi period through the age of war. Yoshikage, the shugo daimyo of Echizen, was …

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Just beside Mikata Station stands the Mikata Stone Kannon. As you climb the stone steps, you'll find a stone rooster partway up. Legend has it that Kobo Daishi, carving the Kannon statue overnight, heard the rooster crow at dawn and left the right …

• Wakasa

Founded by the great monk Taichō, this site is said to have flourished greatly from the late Heian period through the Kamakura period. The stone nine-story pagoda, designated a National Important Cultural Property, stands at the foot of the mountai…

• Tannan

Experience traditional hakama and kimono dressing at our long-established kimono shop. Enjoy the world of Chihayafuru with easy dressing over your own clothes.

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui