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The first dojo where Zen Master Dogen practiced upon entering Echizen, boasting a history of approximately 800 years. At the invitation of Lord Hatano Yoshishige in 1243, Zen Master Dogen entered Yoshimine-ji Temple in Shibi District, Echizen, spen…

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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…

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A three-tiered waterfall plunging 100 meters from Mount Arajima, one of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains. The waterfall's name originates from a legend that "Buddha Gozen," beloved by Taira no Kiyomori and renowned as a master dancer who also appears i…

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7-minute walk from Fukui Station! Features separate gender-specific large baths with natural hot springs to soothe your fatigue. Offers a "breakfast included plan" rarely found in other prefectures, with high satisfaction ratings.Valid for approxim…

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Sanbasaka Shimizu is located at the trailhead leading to the location of the Usuzumi cherry tree (a type of Edohigan cherry), said to have been planted by Emperor Keitai. Its water is cold, of excellent quality, and abundant, making it suitable for…

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Upon entering the main hall, a magnificent, lustrous bronze Buddha statue immediately greets visitors. Standing approximately 5.5 meters tall from lotus pedestal to crown, it features a serene countenance. Erected in 1847 (Kōka 4), it was dedicated…

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Nobuhide Niwa, a trusted vassal whom Oda Nobunaga called "a friend and brother," was known alongside Shibata Katsuie as one of the twin pillars of the Oda clan. Nobuhide's grave lies at Sōkōji Temple (founded by Nobuhide as his family temple) in Ts…

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Komatsu Shigemori Tomb, located near the Minamikawa Sand Control Dam in the former Noda-sho Village (Komatsu District). Komatsu Shigemori was the eldest son of Taira no Kiyomori. Legend holds that people associated with Taira no Shigemori fled to a…

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Enjoy catching fish by hand, fishing, and barbecuing with family and friends. Even beginners can easily catch fish, which you can grill over charcoal right there. Forget your daily routine and relax under the clear sky, surrounded by fresh greenery…

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In 1896, the section between Tsuruga and Fukui on the former Hokuriku Line opened. Particularly challenging was the stretch between Tsuruga and Imajo, characterized by rugged mountains and steep gradients. Twelve tunnels were excavated here, eleven…

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This area marks the headwaters of the Shō River flowing through the city and is designated as a prefectural natural environment conservation area. Numerous wetland plant communities are found here, notably including willow-leaved cattail and water …

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This flatland castle was built on the hills behind the settlement in southwestern Hikita (elevation approx. 100m). It is said to have been constructed during the Bunmei era (1469–87) by Kubo Hikita, a vassal of the Asakura clan and Lord of Tsushima…

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On November 1, 1864, the Mito Tengu Party, having raised their banner at Mount Tsukuba in Hitachi Province to realize the cause of revering the Emperor and expelling the barbarians, set out for Kyoto. In December, the Tengu Party passed through Ike…

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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. …

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The Yuo Pass area has long been a key transportation hub and was frequently the site of battles, including the Genpei War, conflicts during the Nanboku-chō period, and the Ikko Ikki uprising. It is said that in 1578, when Shibata Katsuie improved t…

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"Heike-daira" is located in the Subara district of the upper Manna River basin (about 40 km from the city center). It is said to be where samurai fleeing defeat in the Battle of Kurikara Pass (or the Battle of Dan-no-ura) during the Genpei War took…

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Mount Monju is a sacred mountain founded by the great monk Taichō in the first year of the Yōrō era (717), approximately 1,300 years ago. It consists of three peaks: Great Monju, Small Monju, and Okunoin, and is a central and important mountain wit…

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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 temple possesses the simple, unadorned appearance characteristic of Zen temples. However, a map of Fuchu from the first year of the Shotoku era (1711) records its grounds as measuring 44 ken (approximately 80 meters) north to south and 50 ken (…

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Echizen Forged Blades continues to uphold Japan's ancient fire-forging techniques and hand finishing to this day. Here, we introduce the 700-year history and manufacturing process of Echizen Forged Blades through panel displays and videos. Prod…

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