DISCOVER FUKUI

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…

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Highlights Yuto Takeuchi is an eyewear craftsman at Sun Optical Co., Ltd., an eyewear factory specializing in plastic-rimmed frames. He designs a wide range of eyeglasses and sunglasses, from stylish everyday pieces to artistic creations. He has al…

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The Five Lakes of Mikata—Mikata, Suigetsu, Sugako, Kugushiko, and Hiruga—are all clustered together into a small area of southern Fukui, but all distinct from one another. Each one has a different depth and a different level of salt in …

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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…

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■Highlights Yamaken Woodworking is the only company in Takefu, the heartland of Echizen cutlery, specializing in crafting handles for Japanese kitchen knives. While it's a part we rarely notice in daily life, the knife handle is packed with meticul…

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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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The port town of Echizen is known for its crab fishing, but squid jigging is also thriving.During the summer season, fishing lights shine brightly offshore.This program lets you enjoy about three hours of squid fishing.This summer, why not challeng…

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Kehi Jingu Shrine has been famous for its “Chomeisui,” or “water of long life,” for roughly 1,300 years. When the shrine was rebuilt in the year 702, a water spring was discovered here. It was considered sacred because the s…

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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…

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Highlights Yanase Ryōzō Paper Workshop specializes in producing traditional Japanese paper, primarily creating wrapping paper and packaging paper used by Japanese confectionery shops. They craft paper using the delicate technique of mold-made paper…

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Heisei Echizen Hot Springs, where the changing seasonal scenery and the sound of the waves soothe the soul, is located in a prime spot overlooking the beautiful Sea of Japan.Indulge in a moment to forget your daily routine with our cuisine featurin…

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The tranquil pastoral landscape of the highland area is dotted with enjoyable facilities, perfect for savoring outdoor life. These include the "Okuetsu Highlands Ranch" where dairy cows graze, "Maruyama Park" where you can barbecue, the "Tron Hot S…

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A small hotel located at Skijam Katsuyama in Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture.10 minutes to the Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum by car.20 minutes drive from Fukui-Kita JCT on Hokuriku Expressway to Katsuyama IC on Chubu Jukan Expressway.Hotel par…

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Temple Retreat Experience: A one-day monk's training experience. Stay overnight at the temple and participate in zazen meditation and morning services. ※Currently suspended※ Sutra Copying Experience: Sit with proper posture, calm your mind, and cop…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Michi no Eki Roadside Station Echizen-Takefu is a facility adjacent to the new Hokuriku Shinkansen station, Echizen-Takefu Station. Many people associate Fukui with delicious seafood, and this roadside station, managed by a local fishmonger, has at…

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The Tsuruga Aka Renga red brick warehouse is a facility consisting of two historic brick buildings. One of the buildings serves as a museum showing the history of Tsuruga, with a 27-meter-long diorama that depicts the city as it was in the 1940s. T…

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Suishohama Beach (literally, “Crystal Beach”) is a lively destination in summer, to swim or to enjoy the beach. In addition to swimming in the crystal-clear water and relaxing on the sparkling sand, this is a popular place for water spo…

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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…

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Echizen-yaki pottery kilns showcase and sell their products and works all in one place. The spacious venue permanently displays approximately 1,000 diverse items, ranging from traditional natural-glazed jars and vases to everyday plates and bowls, …

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SOY JOY Park offers fun for everyone from beginners to experts, featuring three lanes with varied-sized features suited to different skill levels. The big kicker in front of the restaurant is also popular. The upper Romance Area boasts an ungroomed…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu