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Images courtesy of <Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum>.This museum specializes in geology and paleontology with a focus on dinosaurs. It is known as one of the three leading dinosaur museums in the world because of its scale and contents.The …

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Nishiyama Park is a large public park known for its seasonal beauty, traditional garden, and zoo. In addition to 1,000 cherry blossom trees that bloom in late March and April, Nishiyama Park draws visitors for its 50,000 azalea bushes, which bloom …

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Katsuyama Dino Park is a walk-through amusement facility located in the Katsuyama Dinosaur Forest Park.A total of 87 life-size dinosaur robots that move and make noises welcome visitors to this 1.7-hectare, 600-meter-long walk-through adventure att…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Skijam Katsuyama is one of the largest ski resorts in western Japan, with slopes offering runs up to 5,800 meters long. The resort features a total of 16 different courses, suited to everyone from beginners to experts. With a base elevation of 610 …

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Michi no Eki Roadside Station Echizen opened on November 15, 2014.It serves as a gateway for tourism in the area, has a store for local products from the town and the prefecture, a tourist information counter, etc., and provides road information on…

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Located halfway up Nishiyama Park, this is "Japan's smallest zoo." It houses popular animals like the red panda, as well as red-crowned cranes and squirrel monkeys. The adjoining "Red Panda House" allows visitors to see red …

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This experiential children's center offers a wealth of play, learning, and hands-on activities. Features include a workshop zone for hands-on crafting and cooking experiences; an adventure play zone with Japan's largest ball pool, a large s…

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In Fukui City, the banks of the Asuwa River are a beloved springtime destination for cherry blossoms. Some 600 trees line a stretch of the river more than two kilometers long, and from late March to mid-April, they come into bloom. During the Fukui…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

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

The Rainbow Line Summit Park is along the Rainbow Line, an 11-kilometer road that runs through the mountains around the Five Lakes of Mikata. It is the only place that offers a view of all five lakes at once. The park is located at the top of Mt. B…

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The Echizen Crab Museum is a hands-on facility where visitors can play and learn about the mysteries of Echizen crabs and the fish of the surrounding seas. The museum is filled with fun zones such as the Sea Walkway, Theater, Fishing Boat Challenge…

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The tourist information center located within the grounds of Michi-no-Eki Echizen. Operated by the Echizen Town Tourism Federation, it provides tourist information as well as introductions to lodging and dining establishments.

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Located in the middle reaches of the Kuzuryu River, the largest river in Fukui Prefecture, Eiheiji Town is blessed with clear water and was once home to 17 sake breweries. One of the breweries that has continued this history is the Kokuryu Sake Bre…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Transform into the geisha or maiko of your dreams with authentic kimono and makeup, dressed by the renowned geisha of Awara Onsen! Location: 3-minute walk from Awara Yunomachi Station Perfect for parents and children, families, anniversaries, or as…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

The Geo Terminal, a food and beverage facility with a tourist information center, has opened at the Dinosaur Museum Front Parking Lot (Parking Lot 1)! Offering dinosaur souvenirs not found elsewhere and a restaurant with original menu items, We pro…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Echizen City boasts Japan's largest share as a producer of high-quality handmade washi paper. Particularly, the five villages known as the Echizen Washi Village—Oizu, Otaki, Iwamoto, Shinzai, and Sadatomo—are collectively called the…

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Rich, deep, sweet strawberries born from soil cultivation.The variety is "Kaorino," known for its strong sweetness and mild acidity.Characterized by large fruit and a pleasant aroma.Compared to other varieties, harvesting begins earlier, …

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Myotsuji Temple is located in the mountains of Obama, surrounded by peaceful forests. The temple’s Hondo main hall and three-tiered pagoda are designated National Treasures. Visitors can step inside the Hondo and see the main shrine, as well …

• Wakasa

With approximately 50,000 azaleas in full bloom, it is the most famous azalea viewing spot on the Sea of Japan coast. Every year in early May, the azalea festival is held, attracting many visitors. The park also has a lawn, an athletics field, a Ja…

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About 5 minutes from the Katsuyama IC of the Chubu Jukan Expressway!Located on the way to the Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum, this michi no eki roadside station is available for rest and dining.The shop offers about 4,000 kinds of fresh foods fr…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu