DISCOVER FUKUI

Located in the quiet mountains of Shoden-cho, Echizen City, Gotanjoji Temple ーof the Soto Zen Buddhist sectー is a temple specializing in ascetic practices where monks devote themselves to daily training.Commonly called "Neko-dera,&…

• Tannan

Nihonkai Sakanamachi Seafood Market is lined with shops offering a wide variety of souvenirs—including popular seafood—and restaurants where you can enjoy fresh seafood. It attracts many visitors from both within and outside the prefect…

• Wakasa

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

Fukui Prefecture is a major center for eyewear production, accounting for over 90% of Japan’s domestic frame production. This showcase store features eyewear unique to the region. It also displays and sells purely domestic frames, as well as …

• Tannan

The Forest and River Promenade is a four-kilometer trail through the lush natural environment of Ikeda. Surround yourself with cherry blossoms in spring, greenery in summer, and red leaves in autumn. The trail passes by Tree Picnic Adventure Ikeda …

• Tannan

Based on the concept of "Play, Eat, Connect," the interior offers a comfortable atmosphere filled with the spirit of hospitality.You can fully enjoy Wakasa-Obama through our retail section, which offers a wide selection of carefully curat…

• Wakasa

Ono City boasts numerous spring water spots throughout its townscape, including the renowned Oshozu, selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Famous Waters.Why not explore these charming castle town sites while sampling the waters?For such occasions,…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

The Kehi no Matsubara Pine Grove, stretching to the innermost part of Tsuruga Bay, is a scenic spot renowned for its white sands and green pines. It is counted among Japan’s three great pine groves and has been designated a National Scenic Sp…

• Wakasa

Located in the middle reaches of the Kuzuryu River—the largest river in Fukui Prefecture—Eiheiji Town is blessed with pristine water and has a long history as a center of sake brewing; at one time, the Matsuoka district alone was home t…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

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 caf…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

The post town of Kumagawa-juku was established in 1589, as a place for travelers to rest between Kyoto and the Wakasa region of southern Fukui. Visitors today can explore its traditional townscape, lined with buildings that date back to the Edo per…

• Wakasa

Spanning an area more than four times the size of Tokyo Dome, this is Fukui’s most spectacular cosmos field, featuring approximately 100 million blooming cosmos flowers. Blooms typically begin around late September and reach their peak by mid…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

Katsuyama City boasts the highest number of dinosaur fossil discoveries in Japan.At Dokidoki Dinosaur Digging Land, try your hand at fossil hunting by breaking rocks from the Early Cretaceous period, about 120 million years ago!Feel the thrill and …

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

A Zen temple belonging to the Myōshinji branch of the Rinzai school. It is said to have been founded by the great master Taichō during the Tenpyō-hōji era in what is now Yoshié, Sabae City. After falling into ruin, it was restored during the…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

Echizen Lacquerware Hall provides visitors with the opportunity to learn about and experience Echizen Lacquerware. Visitors can see traditional lacquerware artisans at work here. Hands-on workshops are available, to decorate lacquered wood or apply…

• Tannan

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…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

The ruins of the castle town where the Asakura clan ruled Echizen for 100 years during the Warring States period, in the 15th and 16th centuries, and where the Asakura clan flourished for five generations, have been excavated and recreated in almos…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

Located along the Kuzuryu River, north of Fukui Ohashi Bridge.Facing National Route 8, it offers a convenient location for travel to various tourist destinations or business use.All rooms feature separate baths and toilets, and you can stretch out …

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui
• Eiheiji, Okuetsu
• Tannan
• Wakasa

At Rupo no Mori, you can enjoy dome-style glamping with an attached natural hot spring inn, along with a variety of dishes prepared by our chefs.The facility also features on-site accommodations, a café, and a dining hall. With a camping gea…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

In the Kamicho district, located 5 to 10 minutes by car from the castle town of Ono City, you can witness the fantastical sight of fireflies dancing in the air throughout the early to mid-June period, amidst the rural landscape surrounded by satoya…

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu