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This temple, originally the residence of Hidemi—a disciple of Kusunoki Masashige's younger brother—was converted to the Jōdo Shinshū sect. Its proper name is Kongōzan Okunenji. From the Tenpō era through the early Shōwa period, it produced many lea…

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Located at the western foot of Mt. Sannō, this shrine is listed in the Engishiki Jinmyōchō. By the late Kamakura period, it received generous patronage from the Uryū clan, lords of Somayama Castle, under whose support the shrine flourished greatly.…

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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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Completed in 1976, the dam was constructed as a multipurpose facility to secure agricultural and industrial water supplies for the Hino River basin. Cherry trees were planted around the dam, and parks and other facilities were developed, creating a…

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＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝ The official website for Tamagawa Cave Kannon is now availablehttps://tamagawa-kannon.jimdofree.com/ ＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝ While there are various theories, it is said that the origin…

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Mount Monju is a sacred mountain founded by the great monk Taichō in the first year of the Yōrō era (717), approximately 1,300 years ago. It consists of three peaks: Great Monju, Small Monju, and Okunoin, and is a central and important mountain wit…

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Along the Yodo River flowing through Katsuyama City's Kegaya Town, fireflies can be enjoyed across a wide watershed. Since it flows near Seiki Minami Elementary School and Katsuyama Minami Junior High School, paved roads and streetlights are instal…

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This castle site served as the Asakura clan's base in Echizen for seven generations and 130 years, until they established their castle at Ichijōdani. It is believed to have been built by Asakura Hirokage, who entered Echizen from Tajima Province's …

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The main street from the Matsuoka domain era, the old Katsuyama Kaido, retains its Edo-period layout with multiple right-angle turns known as "key turns." It is called "Twelve Turns" because of the number of these bends. You can also see townhouse-…

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The military chronicle of Minamoto no Yoshitsune, "The Tale of Yoshitsune," depicts Yoshitsune and Benkei stopping at Hiraizumi Temple while fleeing to the northeast. Tsuji Kannon Hall is said to be the place where Yoshitsune stayed.

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This is a monument honoring Echizen Yasutsugu, located in the residential area of Hoei, Fukui City. During the Edo period, Echizen was renowned as one of Japan's foremost sword-producing regions. Among its most prominent sword smiths were the "Shim…

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Next to Nishifujishima Elementary School lies the site said to be where Gion and his sister Gion-nyo once lived. Giō and Gime were shirabyōshi (female entertainers who sang and danced in male attire), appearing in The Tale of the Heike. They enjoye…

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At the northern tip of Echizen Town stands Torifunokui Rock, a massive cliff rising approximately 100 meters high. Its tip serves as a nesting ground for seabirds, and the name was given because their droppings appear white.

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Kairaigashimizu is cherished as sacred water that never dries up, even during droughts. Legend holds that 1,400 years ago, a princess of Baekje who crossed over to Echizen from the Korean Peninsula prayed to the gods and Buddhas. Rain began to fall…

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We offer rental meeting rooms and halls suitable for various purposes. All rooms are reasonably priced and available for use daily until 10 PM. We will not only suggest the optimal venue but also arrange all necessary equipment, signage, flowers, a…

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This mountain's name originates from a legend that, long ago when Heisenji Temple was burned down during the Ikkō uprising, its followers buried sutras at this mountaintop. This mountain belongs to the Hakusan volcanic range and is said to be a…

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Hōkyōji Temple is a renowned temple located approximately 10 kilometers southwest of Ōno City, situated upstream along the Kiyotaki River. Founded in 1278 by the eminent monk Jaku'en, who came to Japan out of reverence for Dōgen Zenji, the foun…

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It is said that Benzaiten Hakuryu-o Daigongen was enshrined within the precincts of a branch temple of Hakusan Heisenji Shrine, which was founded in 717 (the first year of the Yoro era) during the Nara period by the great monk Taicho. In 1574 (the …

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In the rice paddies of the Warabyo district, there is a grove of trees shaped just like a cat’s face. Because of its shape, it is known as “Cat Island” or “Cat Grove.”Within the grove lies a massive rock said to have b…

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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 (aroun…

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