DISCOVER FUKUI

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Volunteer Guides Showcasing the Charm of MikuniWe serve as volunteer guides, sharing with tourists the charm of Mikuni Town—a historic port town that has long prospered through water transport.Our goal is to contribute to community developmen…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

Sakaenoyashiro Shrine is a major shrine located next to the ruins of Fukui Castle. A stone torii gate welcomes visitors to its peaceful grounds. The shrine holds over a dozen events and rituals throughout the year, including a large festival at the…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

According to the Taiheiki (Volume 20), in the first year of the Kōei era (1338), Nitta Yoshisada was heading to relieve Fujishima Castle when he encountered the forces of Spada Takatsune from the Ashikaga-aligned Kuromaru Castle near Tomyoji-nawa. …

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

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…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

The Sky Castle, "Echizen-Ōno Castle." At its base lies a grid-patterned castle town where samurai residences and traditional Japanese houses stand, allowing you to fully enjoy its bygone charm. With a sweets coupon, you can hop from shop …

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

The largest hotel in Fukui City. It features 354 guest rooms along with banquet halls of various sizes and restaurants. We invite you to use it as a base for sightseeing, business, and other purposes.◆Where You Can Meet Dinosaurs　・Dinosaur Room (…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

Enjoy sightseeing tours by bicycle. Ideal for touring the nearby attractions, including the head temple Eiheiji. 【Rental Locations】 ・Echizen Railway Eiheiji-guchi Station 【For details, see below】 Rent-a-Cycle - User Guide - Echizen Railway

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

Fukui Prefectural Library is a public library. The facility also houses the Fukui Prefectural Archives and the Fukui Prefectural Hometown Literature Museum.

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

A renovated 90-year-old traditional house in Imajo-juku. With the concept of "stepping into the local daily life," it offers experiences that let you immerse yourself in the diverse ways of life in the area.

• Tannan

Located along National Route 27 in front of JR Mihama Station, this roadside station features an open-air space integrated with a covered event plaza and park-like grounds. The two-story facility houses a direct sales market for local agricultural,…

• Wakasa

The Garden LABO Hill in Kuguko, Mihama Town, is a facility where visitors can deepen their understanding of gardening while having fun through experiences of 'learning,' 'creating,' and 'eating.' The grounds feature an 'Experience Facility', 'Exhib…

• Wakasa

Harmony Hall Fukui, the prefectural concert hall located in Imaichimachi, Fukui City, serves as a hub for promoting the prefecture's musical culture, where visitors can enjoy the sounds performed by artists from around the world. It features two ha…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

Established in 1996, this is the second roadside station to open in Fukui Prefecture. Located along National Route 417 en route from the Hokuriku Expressway to the Echizen Coast, it sells a wide variety of local specialties and fresh vegetables. It…

• Tannan

The Kitamaebune ships, designated as a Japan Heritage site. Ukon Gonzaemon, one of the five major shipowners of the Hokuriku region. We'll guide you through the history of the Kitamaebune ships, starting with his residence, the Ukon House, and incl…

• Tannan

The ayu, known as the "queen of river fish" for its beautiful form and excellent flavor. Ayu raised in the Hino River and Takura River are of the highest grade in terms of size and firmness of flesh. The season runs from early June to early Septemb…

• Tannan

This is a sunflower field blooming near the ball field in Asahi, Echizen Town.＜2025 Information＞※This year, the sunflower fields are divided into two locations: north and south of the ball field. August 3, 2025: The northern field reached its pea…

• Tannan

Public spaces such as the multipurpose hall, training rooms, and community corner are located on the first and second floors. These spaces can be easily used for meetings and training sessions by government agencies, various organizations, companie…

• Awara,Sakai,Fukui

We are pleased to introduce Imajo-shuku, designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings.Imajo-shuku served as a key stopover point along the ancient Man'yo Road crossing the Yamanaka Pass during the Nara pe…

• Tannan

Sabae City is an industrial hub known for its three major local industries: eyewear, lacquerware, and textiles.Nishiyama Park, the premier azalea spot on the Sea of Japan, delights visitors with its changing scenery throughout the four seasons.Also…

• Tannan