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Happy Bus
“Happy Bus” is a convenient bus tour that lets you hop around Fukui Prefecture’s major attractions with ease. A professional bus guide accompanies the tour, introducing Fukui’s charms and the features of …
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
- Eiheiji, Okuetsu
Awara Onsen
Awara Onsen is Fukui’s largest hot spring resort town, with many hot spring inns of all sizes. Awara Onsen has been welcoming many guests since its opening in 1881, and is so elegant that it is called "the inner parlor of Kansai&quo…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Site of Fukui Castle
The ruins of Fukui Castle are located a few hundred meters from Fukui Station, now surrounding the Fukui Prefectural Office building. Fuku-no-I, an old well said to be the origin of the name “Fukui,” can be found in the northwest corner…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Tojinbo Cliffs
The Tojinbo Cliffs are a kilometer-long stretch of the coastline of northern Fukui. These tall cliffs are made up of countless natural columns of stone created 12 to 13 million years ago by volcanic activity—a rare phenomenon found in only tw…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Dinosaur Bus
Keifuku Bus operates a dinosaur bus that goes directly from Fukui Station to the Dinosaur Museum.The powerful trick art design on the dinosaur bus is sure to be a photo-worthy sight.On board the bus, an attendant dressed as the expedition captain w…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
- Eiheiji, Okuetsu
Fukui City Tourist Information Center
In addition to providing tourist information focused on Fukui City's downtown area, we offer services such as temporary luggage storage (fee required, 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM) and Fukui Railway ticket sales (afternoon only). We also rent rain gear, …
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Fukui Station Dinosaur Plaza
Fukui Station serves as a common arrival point to the prefecture via the Hokuriku Shinkansen. Outside the west gate of the station is Dinosaur Plaza, celebrating the many dinosaurs found in this prefecture. The plaza features three life-size dinosa…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Echizen Matsushima Aquarium
The Echizen Matsushima Aquarium offers a unique variety of up-close experiences. Watch penguins march through the aquarium’s outdoor area, see an exciting dolphin show, or stretch out on a clear floor above a fish tank. Visitors can even touc…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Maruoka Castle
Maruoka Castle dates back to 1576, and is one of only twelve original castle towers remaining in Japan today. In early and mid April, the castle celebrates its Cherry Blossom Festival. Some 400 cherry blossom trees bloom in the surrounding park, an…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Kitanosho Castle Site & Shibata Shrine
The ruins of Kitanosho Castle can be found at Shibata Park. Construction of the castle was started in 1575, by the warlord Shibata Katsuie (c. 1523–1583), but it was destroyed in 1583 with Shibata’s defeat. The park also includes a shri…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Authentic Ryokan for Staying with Your Beloved Dog Awara H…
Our inn is the premier pet-friendly accommodation in Fukui Prefecture, where you can stay with your entire family. Enjoy sleeping alongside your dog, sharing meals together, and access to the Hokuriku region's largest indoor dog run spanning 25…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Ichijodani Asakura Clan Ruins (Ichijodani Asakura Family S…
The Ichijodani Asakura Clan Ruins, located in Ichijodani about 10 km southeast of Fukui City, were once a castle town during the Warring States period (1467–1568). Starting in 1967, excavations rediscovered the layout of the town, including t…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Ichijodani Asakura Family Site Museum
The Ichijodani Asakura Family Site Museum has opened, offering visitors the chance to learn about the full picture and historical value of the once-prosperous Asakura clan's Sengoku-period (the 'Warring States" period of Japanese histo…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Fukui Yatai Village (Street Food Alley)
Fukui Yatai Village has opened under the elevated tracks north of JR Fukui Station and Echizen Railway Fukui Station, about a 2-minute walk from both stations.To promote Fukui's ingredients and famous dishes, a diverse range of eateries—i…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Angel Land Fukui
Angel Land Fukui is a children’s museum that aims to help kids develop an interest in science, outer space, and the world as a whole. The museum offers a practical introduction to science and space concepts. Visitors can learn through hands-o…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Asuwayama Park
Asuwayama Park, located on top of Mt. Asuwa, is known for seasonal flowers, such as weeping cherry blossom trees in late March and April. In spring, 3,500 cherry trees, selected as one of the "100 best cherry blossom viewing spots," bloom…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Yokokan Garden
A 10-minute walk from Fukui Station and about 5 minutes from the ruins of Fukui Castle, Yokokan Garden is known for its harmony between the garden and the buildings in it. The villa inside is set on a large koi carp pond, with a number of stone &ld…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Yukemuri Yokocho (Awara Onsen)
Yukemuri Yokocho (“Steam Alley”) consists of ten small restaurants, all located across the street from Awara-Yunomachi Station. Each one serves a different specialty, such as ramen and teppan-yaki. These restaurants are a popular destin…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Shibamasa World Amusement Park
Shibamasa World, on the northern coast of Fukui, is one of western Japan’s largest water parks with over 560,000 square meters overlooking the Sea of Japan. Visitors can enjoy roughly 50 water slides, including giant raft slides, and various …
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Awara Hot Springs Full Enjoyment Ticket
Enjoy a tour of the indoor baths at 10 inns in Awara Onsen, plus a little gourmet experience featuring Japanese sweets and local sake—all for just ¥1,500! Explore inns beyond your own lodging! You might even find your next place to stay!?Participat…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
