DISCOVER 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…

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Nihonkai Sakanamachi is the largest seafood market on the Sea of Japan coast of the country. This huge market features over 50 shops to explore. In addition to fresh seafood, there are shops that sell products like mentaiko seasoned cod roe and dri…

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Okamoto-Otaki Shrine is Japan’s only shrine dedicated to the goddess of paper. Nowadays, it is known for its history, beautiful grounds, and its unusual architecture: a single large, complex roof connects and combines Okamoto and Otaki Shrine…

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Hokuriku Shinkansen: Opening at Fukui Station to support the region's high-quality lifestyle by promoting Fukui's unique charms like "gourmet cuisine" and "tradition" alongside the extension between Fukui and Tsuruga! A total of 44 shops are schedu…

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Highlights The Kawada district of Sabae City, Fukui Prefecture, is the production center for Echizen lacquerware, a tradition spanning over 1,500 years. It is said that Echizen lacquerware, produced here, accounts for over 80% of Japan's commercial…

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Mikuni Minatomachi prospered as a trading center for Kitamae-bune merchant ships from the Edo period (1603-1868) to the Meiji period (1868-1912). Even today, the town still retains an "Old Japan" atmosphere with its rows of latticework to…

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Founded in 1954, this long-established Japanese confectionery shop in Eiheiji Town, Fukui Prefecture, is a purveyor to the Grand Head Temple Eiheiji. It is a "department store of Habutae mochi," offering the three major signature sweets&m…

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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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This museum introduces the origins of Echizen Washi, from its legends and history to the advanced techniques that have supported the production of essential papers for Japanese art, including ceremonial paper, and the creation of banknotes. On the …

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Sabae City is an industrial town with eyewear, lacquerware, and textiles as its three major local industries.Nishiyama Park, renowned as the premier azalea spot along the Sea of Japan coast, delights visitors with its seasonal beauty throughout the…

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Nestled within a Japanese garden rich in seasonal beauty, this pure sukiya-style inn offers tranquility and comfort.Traditional Japanese aesthetics welcome you into harmonious spaces. Our hot springs, including a giant rock bath, are highly acclaim…

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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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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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At the bottom of Suigetsu Lake, one of the Three Lakes of Mikata, sediment from the past 70,000 years forms distinct stripes. These annual growth rings, known as "nenko," are recognized as the global standard for dating. Inside the museum…

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Angel Land Fukui is a children’s museum that aims to help kids develop an interest in science, outer space, and the world as a whole. The museum offers a practical introduction to science and space concepts. Visitors can learn through hands-o…

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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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The island of Oshima is just off the coast of northern Fukui, near the Tojinbo Cliffs. With an elevation of 27 meters and a circumference of 2 kilometers, it is the largest islet on the Echizen Coast. For many centuries, this small, densely foreste…

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The island of Mizushima is a small, uninhabited island just 100 meters off the end of the Tsuruga Peninsula. This lively summer destination is nicknamed “the Hawaii of the Hokuriku Region” for its white sandy beaches and clear blue wate…

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The former grounds of Heisenji Hakusan Shrine, Shichiri Wall, and the historic streetscape of the former Katsuyama Castle town within Katsuyama City are designated as a Japan Heritage site. The Katsuyama Volunteer Tour Guide Club will guide yo…

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Our inn is located in a quiet historical zone, with the scenic Yokokan Garden adjacent to it. We offer Fukui-style hospitality. Because we are a family-oriented, small ryokan, our motto is to provide heartwarming hospitality.◆A place where you can …

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