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Eiganjiji Temple

Sōtō Zen sect. The first temple of the Wakasa Thirty-Three Kannon Pilgrimage. Founded in 1413 in what is now Eishin-chō. Relocated to its present site in 1607 by Uta no Sōtei. The Mito Tengu Party included 11 young boys. It is said that Ryudo, the…

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Eiganjiji Temple

Former Hokuriku Line Tunnel Complex

In 1896, the section between Tsuruga and Fukui on the former Hokuriku Line opened. Particularly challenging was the stretch between Tsuruga and Imajo, characterized by rugged mountains and steep gradients. Twelve tunnels were excavated here, eleven…

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Former Hokuriku Line Tunnel Complex

Reinan Ranch

This is the home of Wakasa Beef. Goats and sheep are raised on the premises, and the farm is open as a place where visitors can interact and bond with the animals.

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Reinan Ranch

Saburi River Park

At the tranquil Saburikawa Park, children can play at their leisure. The adjacent Yamabiko Hall also features training machines and other equipment.

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Saburi River Park

Nishikogawa Beach

Nishikogawa boasts 33 abundant spots and is a natural good harbor. Its water is crystal clear, and while the sandy beach is small, it offers a private beach-like feel where you can enjoy snorkeling. Recommended for those seeking a quiet getaway.

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Nishikogawa Beach

Sparkling Port Hall

The facility features a multipurpose event hall and a smaller hall ideal for plays and recitals, hosting various events including tourism and product fairs. There is also a relaxing space where visitors can enjoy a cup of coffee while gazing out at…

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Sparkling Port Hall

Shinbo Inn Kinome Ancient Path

The Kinome Old Road, which once served as the gateway to the Hokuriku region, has been traveled by numerous historical figures including Murasaki Shikibu and Matsuo Basho on the road to Imajo.

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Shinbo Inn Kinome Ancient Path

Tsunemiya Shrine

The enshrined deity is Empress Jingū, wife of Emperor Chuai at Kibitsu Shrine, revered as the "Goddess of Childbirth." On July 22 each year, a nationally rare ritual called the Sōsan Festival takes place, where the enshrined deity of Emperor Chuai …

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Tsunemiya Shrine

Site of Yokoi Shōnan's Residence

The site of the residence where Yokoi Shōnan, invited from Kumamoto Domain by Matsudaira Sōgaku to serve as political advisor to Fukui Domain, stayed during his visit to Fukui. Sakamoto Ryōma visited this residence when he came to Fukui at the behe…

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Site of Yokoi Shōnan's Residence

Fukui City Kirara Hall

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Fukui City Kirara Hall

Manyo Village, Mimanoyen

At Aishino-en Garden, deeply connected to the Manyoshu anthology, visitors can enjoy seasonal blooms like skunk cabbage, wisteria, and water lilies throughout the year. In autumn, surrounded by vibrant foliage, one can immerse themselves in the rom…

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Manyo Village, Mimanoyen

Oyadani Hakusan Shrine (The Great Rock of Oyadani)

The large rock within the grounds of Oyatani Hakusan Shrine is a massive boulder over 20 meters in size, transported here by a debris avalanche triggered by the collapse of Mount Kyogatake volcano. It broke away from near the summit approximately 3…

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Oyadani Hakusan Shrine (The Great Rock of Oyadani)

Yoshino River

From Ota Bridge to Nogami Bridge, a magnificent row of cherry trees stretches along both banks, their branches reaching out toward the water. This is one of Echizen City's most renowned cherry blossom viewing spots.

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Yoshino River

Legendary Battlefield of Yoshisada Nitta at Tomyoji-nada (…

According to the Taiheiki (Volume 20), in the first year of the Kōei era (1338), Nitta Yoshisada was heading to relieve Fujishima Castle when he encountered the forces of Spada Takatsune from the Ashikaga-aligned Kuromaru Castle near Tomyoji-nawa. …

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Legendary Battlefield of Yoshisada Nitta at Tomyoji-nada (…

Meoto Iwa, Bozu Iwa, and the Bizarre Rocks of the Japanese…

Along the coastline of Kawano in Minami-Echizen Town, where the landscape transitions from Tsuruga Bay to the Echizen Coast, numerous uniquely shaped rocks carved by rough waves can be seen. Among them, the famous Couple Rocks stand side by side li…

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Yamanaka Pass

During the Nara period, travelers entering the province of Etchu (Hokuriku) from the capital crossed the Yamanaka Pass (elevation 389m) from Tsuruga. This was the oldest Hokuriku official road passing through the province of Echizen. It is also cal…

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Yamanaka Pass

Kinome Pass

This pass divides Fukui Prefecture into the northern and southern regions. For 1,200 years, a checkpoint stood here as the gateway to Echizen. From the Edo period onward, the Maekawa family served as tea house attendants and mountain patrol officer…

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Kinome Pass

Takechū Pond (Minami-Echizen Town)

A pond with a circumference of approximately 360 meters located at the summit of Mt. Nomigatake. It is a prime hiking spot renowned for its beautiful flowers that bloom profusely throughout the seasons. It is also known for its mystical dragon god …

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Takechū Pond (Minami-Echizen Town)

Echizen Zen Meditation Path

This is the pilgrimage route to the sacred Mount Hakusan. In the past, three routes known as the Zen-jo-do (Zen Summit Paths) led to the summit from the three provinces of Echizen, Kaga, and Mino. These were named because the summit of Mount Hakusa…

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Echizen Zen Meditation Path

Shikadani River

Katsuyama City's Shikatani area boasts numerous spots for firefly viewing, Among them, the river flowing near the Hinatabokko Day Service Center is famous as a viewing spot where fireflies dance in swarms. In addition to this spot, you can also enj…

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Shikadani River
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