DISCOVER FUKUI

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…

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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

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…

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The first-floor "Hapi Terrace" (covered plaza) is a glass-enclosed, all-weather covered plaza equipped with a large video screen, available for various uses including events, presentations, concerts, and stage performances. Additionally, …

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The tourist information center located within the grounds of Michi-no-Eki Echizen. Operated by the Echizen Town Tourism Federation, it provides tourist information as well as introductions to lodging and dining establishments.

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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…

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Chōshōji Temple was built on the site of Fujishima Castle from the Nanboku-chō period, and part of the castle's earthen ramparts remain within the grounds of Nishi-Chōshōji Temple. Fujishima Castle is said to have been built by Shiba Takatsune, a m…

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Welcome to the Warring States-era mountain castle hidden in the forest. The Sengoku (Warring States) Period was a time of near-constant civil war and political upheaval, generally spanning from roughly 1467 to 1615.The ruins of Jinguji Castle are t…

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Carry a colorful umbrella that makes walking fun and enjoy strolling through a castle town where the charm of 400 years ago remains!  

• Eiheiji, Okuetsu

【Renewal Opening Notice】Starting July 25, 2024, we newly offer three special rooms featuring traditional Fukui crafts. Kane-tomo Ryokan in Echizen Town introduces new Japanese-Western style rooms blending traditional Fukui crafts with modern…

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The Japanese garden with its beautiful seasonal scenery, the large bath with a view overlooking the Sakai Plain, the onsen egg making experience and footbaths will make you really feel like you are on a trip to Japan. We welcome you with a variety …

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Mount Fujikura is a relatively low mountain standing at 643.5 meters above sea level, located west of Imajo. There are three hiking trails to Mount Fujikura, each starting from Silla Shrine, Shirahige Shrine, or the Hachijuhachi-kakusho mountain si…

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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

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.

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This mountain castle, standing at an elevation of 267 meters, was built on the hill commonly known as Atagoyama behind Imajō-juku around the late Heian period. It is located near Imajō Station and is also part of a hiking course. During the Genpei …

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　Why not capture your "Memories of Tsuruga" in a preserved flower arrangement? This type of arrangement is relatively quick to make and easy even for beginners.　Choose original herbarium stickers printed with Tsuruga's tourist spots or local spec…

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This is the place where Yuri Kōsei (Mitsuo Hachirō) lived, who rebuilt the finances of the Fukui domain and drafted the original version of the "Five Charter Oaths," titled "Outline of the Principles of Government," for the new government. It is sa…

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The site of the residence where Yokoi Shōnan, invited from Kumamoto Domain by Matsudaira Sōgaku to serve as political advisor to Fukui Domain, stayed during his visit to Fukui. Sakamoto Ryōma visited this residence when he came to Fukui at the behe…

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Zenkei-ji Temple is the family temple of Hashimoto Sainai, a great figure of the late Edo period born in Fukui. Zenkei-ji and Myōkyō-ji were originally located in what is now Ichijōdani before the Edo period, but were relocated to their current sit…

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In 1473, Asakura Takakage (Eirin), the first lord of Ichijōdani, established this temple in Ichijōdani. In 1567, it became the residence of Ashikaga Yoshiaki, the 15th shogun of the Muromachi shogunate. After the fall of the Asakura clan, it was re…

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