Attractions

Inari Shrine (Nishinakano-cho, Fukui City)

The founding of Kamisunagawa Town, Hokkaido, dates back to Meiji 32 (1899), when it was pioneered by Mr. Jinnosuke Yamauchi, originally from the former Fukui Prefecture village of Utsurimura, along with eight others. The sacred object that once res…

  • Awara,Sakai,Fukui
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Inari Shrine (Nishinakano-cho, Fukui City)

Kōkei Memorial Monument

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…

  • Awara,Sakai,Fukui
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Kōkei Memorial Monument

Myotsuji Temple

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
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Myotsuji Temple

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…

  • Eiheiji, Okuetsu
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Oyadani Hakusan Shrine (The Great Rock of Oyadani)

Tenman Shrine

Taira no Kiyomori's grandson, Taira no Morimori, fought as a commander for the Taira clan. He achieved a great victory in the Battle of Hiuchi at Imajō's Hiuchi Castle, but was defeated by Kiso Yoshizane at the Battle of Kurikara Pass. The Tale of …

  • Awara,Sakai,Fukui
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Tenman Shrine
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