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Keya Kurotatsu Shrine
This shrine was built as the guardian deity of the Kuzuryu River for the protection of the land and the people.It is said to be home to one of the four great deities of ancient Japan, and is also the prayer place of the Echizen Matsudaira family.Th…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Fukui City History Volunteers "Storytellers"
We offer guided tours tailored to your preferences, showcasing Fukui City's many attractions including the Kitanosho Castle Ruins Park, the Fukui Castle Ruins (featured in the "100 Famous Castles" series), Mt. Asuwa , the nationally d…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Saifukuji Temple
The Jodo Buddhist temple Saifukuji was built in 1368. The temple is best known for its huge garden, more than 4,600 square meters in size. The garden is said to represent the Buddhist land of perfect bliss, with rich greenery in spring and summer, …
- Wakasa
Sakae no Yashiro Shrine
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
Murasaki Shikibu Park
Echizen City is where Murasaki Shikibu (970–1019), the author of The Tale of Genji, lived away from the capital for the only time in her life. It is said that she visited the city with her father, Fujiwara no Tameoki, who became the governor …
- Tannan
Grave of Asakura Yoshikage
Located within Yoshikage Park, the area is also famous as a cherry blossom viewing spot. The Asakura clan flourished for five generations over 103 years, from the Muromachi period through the age of war. Yoshikage, the shugo daimyo of Echizen, was …
- Eiheiji, Okuetsu
The Village of Itoyo, Hon'ganji Kiyomizu
Hon'gan Shimizu is designated as a National Natural Monument for being the southernmost habitat of the landlocked sweetfish. Hon'gan Shimizu Sweetfish Village is an educational facility aimed at protecting freshwater sweetfish and raising awareness…
- Eiheiji, Okuetsu
Asahi Kannon (Fukutsuji Temple)
It is said to have been founded by the great master Taichō, and in its heyday was a large temple with seven main halls. Today, it enshrines statues of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteśvara and the Thousand-Armed Kannon (both designated as prefectural cult…
- Tannan
Shibata Garden
This former residence of Shibata Gon'emon, a wealthy farmer in Tsuruga during the Edo period, is also known as "Gantōen." Its strolling landscape garden with artificial hills and ponds borrows the scenery of Mount Nosaka, Tsuruga's most prominent p…
- Wakasa
Mihama Town Energy and Environment Education Experience Ce…
A facility that introduces the characteristics of everyday energy through various energy-focused experiences. In addition to power generation experiences, visitors can try out battery-powered cars and standing electric two-wheelers, offering fun fo…
- Wakasa
Site of Hashimoto Sainai's Residence
Hashimoto Sainai, a samurai of the Fukui domain during the Bakumatsu period, was promoted by Matsudaira Shungaku, the 16th lord of the Fukui domain, and played an active role. However, he met an untimely death at the young age of 26 due to the Anse…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Funatsu Shrine
The large torii gate standing approximately 6.5 meters tall along the approach path and the red torii gate, constructed partly of wood and partly of stone, are valuable wooden torii gates built during the mid-Edo period. The main hall, with its cyp…
- Tannan
Chihiro's Birthplace Memorial Museum
This is the birthplace of Chihiro Iwasaki, the picture book artist from Echizen City. The main building retains the charm of its era throughout, and the second-floor gallery hosts several special exhibitions each year. The annex, equipped with a pi…
- Tannan
Goryo Shrine
The enshrined deity is Prince Sawara, the son of Emperor Kanmu. It is said that an imperial edict was issued to provincial governors nationwide to establish Goryo Shrines to appease the vengeful spirit of Prince Sawara, who was caught up in politic…
- Tannan
A journey into the world of woodworking and lacquer throug…
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…
- Tannan
Fukui City Atagozaka Tea Ceremony Art Museum
This exhibition clearly introduces the history of tea ceremony in Fukui City through four sections: an overview of tea ceremony history using a chronological table; the tea ceremony of the Warring States period revealed by research at the Asakura C…
- Awara,Sakai,Fukui
Saba Kaido Museum
Opened March 8, 2020. This Japan Heritage Guidance Facility introduces cultural properties and festivals in Obama City, including the Japan Heritage site "Saba Kaido" (Mackerel Highway) and another Japan Heritage site, "Kitamae-sen Port and Shipown…
- Wakasa
Tomiko Yamakawa Memorial Museum
This facility opened in April 2007 as the Tomiko Yamakawa Memorial Museum after her birthplace and personal belongings were donated to Obama City. It displays Tomiko's personal belongings and song manuscripts. It was the filming location for the de…
- Wakasa
Mihama Nuclear Power PR Center
At the tip of the Tsuruga Peninsula, a beautiful cove with white sand and blue waves is spanned by the elegant Niou Bridge. Our center is located at its base. Here, you can learn about various aspects of nuclear power, including how nuclear power p…
- Wakasa
Sakuma Memorial Exchange Hall
Commander Tsutomu Sakuma of Submarine No. 6, whose example remains a standard for naval officers to this day. His diaries and personal effects, which convey his thoughts, are on display.
- Wakasa
