Attractions

Awara Onsen Ashiyu (Free Public Footbath)

Located within Awara Onsen Yunomachi Plaza in the heart of the hot spring town, this footbath—constructed entirely of hinoki cypress and featuring abundant use of Fukui Prefecture’s Shakudani stone—is the finest of its kind in the…

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Awara Onsen Ashiyu (Free Public Footbath)

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…

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Yokokan Garden

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 …

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Shibamasa World Amusement Park

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…

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Kitanosho Castle Site & Shibata Shrine

Yukemuri Yokocho (Awara Onsen)

Located within Awara Onsen Yunomachi Square, this food stall village is marked by nostalgic red lanterns. About 10 stalls offering a variety of cuisines, including ramen and teppanyaki, line the street, each serving up their signature dishes.The Aw…

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Yukemuri Yokocho (Awara Onsen)

Echizen Matsushima Aquarium

An interactive aquarium where you can see, touch, and learn while having fun. In addition to entertaining attractions like dolphin shows and penguin walks, you can touch sharks, giant octopuses, and doctor fish, and feed sea turtles and marine fish…

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Echizen Matsushima Aquarium

Fukui City Tourism Exchange Center

The Fukui City Tourism Exchange Center, which opened in October 2023, is a facility designed to welcome and guide visitors to Fukui. The first floor features a waiting room, restrooms, and bicycle rental services, while the second floor houses a ca…

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Fukui City Tourism Exchange Center

Jin'ya Guesthouse

We also offer a private rental plan for the entire building (5 rooms).This traditional-style inn is nestled among ruins from the Warring States period. The Ichijodani River flows alongside the property; in summer (June), fireflies dance and loaches…

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Jin'ya Guesthouse

Ichijo Falls

Upstream along the Ichijō River, which flows through the Asakura Clan Ruins, lies Ichijō Falls, where a majestic stream of water cascades 17 meters. This site is known as the place where the Great Master Taichō enshrined Hakusan Daigongen and found…

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Ichijo Falls

Echizen Daffodils

"Echizen Daffodils" is the collective term for the Japanese daffodils that bloom along the Echizen coast. Along with the Boso Peninsula in Chiba Prefecture and Awaji Island in Hyogo Prefecture, it is counted among Japan’s three majo…

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Echizen Daffodils

Awara Onsen Grand Hotel

Located in the heart of the hot spring town, our inn offers seven baths and private baths for you to enjoy a relaxing bath tour within the facility. Unwind in our tranquil rooms, savoring seasonal Echizen cuisine and the serene atmosphere. You may …

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Awara Onsen Grand Hotel

Fukui Tourist Information Center

This tourist information center opened in March 2024 to coincide with the launch of the Hokuriku Shinkansen service to Fukui and Tsuruga.Three to four concierges, including English-speaking staff, are always available to assist with tourist inquiri…

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Fukui Tourist Information Center

Kaze no Rakuen Seifuso (Dinosaur Hotel)

Awara Onsen, a hot spring resort that has been in operation for 140 years. Among them, this long-established ryokan has been in business for over 70 years."Kaze no Onsen-kyo Juraku," which is fed by four private hot springs on the premise…

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Kaze no Rakuen Seifuso (Dinosaur Hotel)

Tojinbo Shota-ro

The souvenir shop now established as "Tojinbo Yokocho," a dining spot specializing in seafood bowls, and newly added areas where you can enjoy Tojinbo sushi and grilled seafood right on the spot. We sincerely look forward to your visit when touring…

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Tojinbo Shota-ro

Echizen Matsushima Island

Echizen Matsushima, a coastal wonder of the Hokuriku region. Along the coastline stretching northeast from Tojinbo Cliffs, majestic rock formations emerge amidst quiet fishing villages. The surrounding waters are dotted with beautiful small islands…

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Echizen Matsushima Island

Cherry Blossoms along the Asuwa River

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…

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Cherry Blossoms along the Asuwa River

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…

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Ichijodani Asakura Family Site Museum

Oedo Onsen Monogatari Awara

Nestled in Awara Onsen hot springs, renowned as the "inner sanctum of Kansai," this hot spring inn invites you to bathe amidst nature's breath in garden open-air baths that capture the essence of each season. Both men's and women&…

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Oedo Onsen Monogatari Awara

Strolling Through Town in a Yukata

Why not go for a stroll around town wearing a yukata while visiting sweet shops? Everything you need for dressing is included, so you can come empty-handed. Our separate-style yukata and one-touch obi make dressing easy—perfect for first-timers! We…

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Strolling Through Town in a Yukata

Maruoka Volunteer Tour Guides Association

Maruoka Castle is the only surviving castle keep in the Hokuriku region.Its imposing presence exudes the dignity of ancient warriors.Its rare stone-tiled roof is a must-see, and the castle tower foundation stone walls, built with natural stone…

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Maruoka Volunteer Tour Guides Association
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