{"id":123,"date":"2022-10-10T11:49:40","date_gmt":"2022-10-10T02:49:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/?page_id=123"},"modified":"2026-03-17T19:14:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T10:14:29","slug":"sightseeing","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/en\/sightseeing\/","title":{"rendered":"Sightseeing in Fukui"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever heard of <strong>Fukui<\/strong>? For many travelers, it might be an entirely unfamiliar name. But look at the map \u2014 Fukui sits right between Kyoto, Japan&#8217;s celebrated ancient capital, and Kanazawa, the city of samurai culture that has been capturing attention in recent years.<\/p>\n<p>Tucked between two towering landmarks, Fukui remains quietly under the radar. Why not take a small detour and discover it for yourself? Whether you&#8217;re coming from Kyoto or Kanazawa, the journey is short \u2014 and because the crowds haven&#8217;t arrived yet, that&#8217;s exactly your opportunity.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d828229.2712911718!2d135.4813842484806!3d35.817836199840336!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x5fff55a870acbe11%3A0xa215f311ee70e60!2sFukui!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sjp!4v1673094629100!5m2!1sen!2sjp\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The prefectural capital is <strong>Fukui City<\/strong>, and Hokuriku Shinkansen was extended to <strong>Tsuruga<\/strong> in 2024. So the access from Tokyo has been easier.<\/p>\n<p>For the sake of clarity, Fukui Prefecture is roughly divided into four regions.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-120\" src=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/fukuimap.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/fukuimap.jpg 800w, https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/fukuimap-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/fukuimap-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/fukuimap-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/fukuimap-60x60.jpg 60w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Each has its own distinct character, from the rugged spiritual mountains to the artisanal villages.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Red circle<\/span>: City area and Zen spirit<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #339966;\">Green circle<\/span>: Centuries of craftsmanship<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Blue circle<\/span>: The Dinosaur Kingdom<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff00ff;\">Pink circle<\/span>: Clear lakes and ancient port history<\/p>\n<p>This section introduces Fukui Prefecture with a spotlight on each of these areas.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>Red: Fukui, Sakai, Awara and Eiheiji Area<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Eiheiji Temple\" href=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/?page_id=113&amp;lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Daihonzan Eiheiji Temple<\/strong><\/a> (Eiheiji Town) \/ One of Japan\u2019s most important Zen temples, set in a quiet cedar forest<br \/><a title=\"Tojinbo\" href=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/?page_id=101&amp;lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Tojinbo<\/strong><\/a> (Sakai City) \/ Rugged basalt cliffs overlooking the Sea of Japan<br \/><a title=\"Ichijodani Asakura Clan Ruins\" href=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/?page_id=154&amp;lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Ichijodani Asakura Clan Ruins<\/strong><\/a> (Fukui City) \/ A glimpse into a prosperous 16th-century castle town<br \/><a title=\"YokokanGarden\" href=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/en\/sightseeing\/yokokan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Yokokan Garden<\/strong><\/a> (Fukui City) \/ A peaceful traditional garden once enjoyed by the ruling family of Fukui<br \/><a title=\"Awara Onsen (Hot springs)\" href=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/?page_id=169&amp;lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Awara Hot Spring<\/strong><\/a> (Awara City) \/ A relaxed hot spring area with traditional inns and local charm<br \/><a title=\"Maruoka Castle\" href=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/en\/sightseeing\/maruokacastle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Maruoka Castle<\/strong><\/a> (Sakai City) \/ One of Japan\u2019s oldest surviving castle keeps<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #339966;\"><strong>Green: Tannan Area<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/en\/sightseeing\/washinosato\/\"><strong>Echizen Washi Village<\/strong><\/a> (Echizen City) \/ Traditional Japanese papermaking with a history of over 1,500 years<br \/><a title=\"Takefu Knife Village \/ Echizen Uchihamono\" href=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/en\/sightseeing\/uchihamono\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Takefu Knife Village and other Echizen Uchihamono<\/strong><\/a> (Echizen City) \/ Skilled craftsmanship and a long tradition of blade-making<br \/><a title=\"Nishiyama Park\" href=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/en\/sightseeing\/nichiyamapark\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Nishiyama Park<\/strong><\/a> (Sabae City) \/ A favorite spring spot filled with azalea blooms<br \/><a title=\"Echizen Coast\" href=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/en\/sightseeing\/echizencoast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Echizen Coast<\/strong><\/a>\/ Rocky shores, open sea views, and one of Fukui\u2019s best coastal drives<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Blue: Okuetsu Area<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum\" href=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/?page_id=117&amp;lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum<\/strong><\/a> (Katsuyama City) \/ One of Japan\u2019s best-known dinosaur museums, enjoyed by all ages<br \/><a title=\"HeisenjiHakusanShrine\" href=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/en\/sightseeing\/heisenji\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Heisenji Hakusan Shrine<\/strong><\/a> (Katsuyama City) \/ Moss-covered grounds and a quietly historic atmosphere<br \/><a title=\"Echizen Ono\" href=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/?page_id=165&amp;lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Echizen Ono<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0 (Ono City) \/ A castle town known for clear spring water and traditional streets<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff00ff;\"><strong>Pink: Reinan Area<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Tsuruga Museum\" href=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/?page_id=173&amp;lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Tsuruga Museum<\/strong><\/a> (Tsuruga City) \/ The story of Jewish refugees remembered through the port town of Tsuruga<br \/><a title=\"KehiShrine\" href=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/en\/sightseeing\/kehishrine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Kehi Shrine<\/strong><\/a> (Tsuruga City) \/ A historic shrine famous for its large wooden torii gate<br \/><a title=\"National Treasures in Obama\" href=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/en\/sightseeing\/obama\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Myotsuji Temple, Jinguji Temple and national treasures<\/strong><\/a> (Obama City) \/ Historic temples and cultural treasures in a quiet coastal city<br \/><a title=\"Rainbow Line \/ Mikata Five Lakes\" href=\"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/en\/sightseeing\/mikatagoko\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Mikatagoko Rainbow Line<\/strong><\/a> (Mihama Town, Wakasa Town)\/ Panoramic views of the Five Lakes of Mikata and Lake Suigetsu\u2019s annual sediment layers<\/p>\n<p>Detailed explanations are provided in the links.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Food &amp; Local Cuisine<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\">\n<article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-turn-id=\"b0e8e4c5-d0f5-42b3-a26c-f262a70f82cc\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-42\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"b0e8e4c5-d0f5-42b3-a26c-f262a70f82cc\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\">\n<p data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"908\">Fukui Prefecture is blessed with both mountain and coastal environments, offering a rich variety of local cuisine from the sea and the land.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"1628\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=72jtfshAIR0\">Echizen crab<\/a><\/strong> : A celebrated winter delicacy<br data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1044\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fuku-e.com\/en\/Food-Haven-in-FUKUI#4565\"><strong>Sauce katsudon<\/strong><\/a> : A local favorite with a sweet and savory touch<br data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1180\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=dpbi-Ygw4xw\"><strong data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1203\">Echizen Oroshi soba<\/strong><\/a> : Cold buckwheat noodles with grated daikon and a refreshing taste<br data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1408\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fuku-e.com\/en\/heshiko-fukui-s-fermented-delicacy\"><strong data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1419\">Heshiko<\/strong><\/a> : A traditional preserved mackerel dish rooted in local food culture<br data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1537\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fuku-e.com\/en\/fukui-favorites-taste-the-terroir\"><strong data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1553\">Fukui plums<\/strong><\/a> : Known for quality and used in umeboshi and plum wine<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1744\">Official food culture information<br data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1669\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fuku-e.com\/en\/Food-Haven-in-FUKUI\">Discover Fukui<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 aria-hidden=\"true\" data-edge=\"true\"><strong>Sake Culture<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1744\"><span style=\"font-size: revert; color: initial;\">Fukui is known for its clean water from the Hakusan mountain range, making it an ideal region for sake brewing. Many breweries are spread throughout the prefecture, producing a wide range of sake styles that pair well with local cuisine.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-turn-id=\"5ec88a2c-a0f4-45a7-8cdf-38b6e9da2e8f\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-52\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\">\n<p data-start=\"2262\" data-end=\"2414\">Around Fukui Station, visitors can purchase local sake as souvenirs or enjoy tasting experiences, offering an easy introduction to Fukui\u2019s sake culture.<\/p>\n<p>Official food culture information<br data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1669\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fuku-e.com\/en\/contemporary-sake-experiences-in-fukui\">Discover Fukui<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none h-px w-px absolute bottom-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-edge=\"true\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h3 aria-hidden=\"true\" data-edge=\"true\"><strong>Local Sweets &amp; Souvenirs\u3000<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-edge=\"true\">\n<p data-start=\"2746\" data-end=\"3072\"><strong data-start=\"2746\" data-end=\"2763\">Habutae mochi<\/strong> : A soft rice cake inspired by Fukui\u2019s silk heritage<br data-start=\"2861\" data-end=\"2864\" \/><strong data-start=\"2864\" data-end=\"2878\">Mizu yokan : <\/strong>A light sweet bean jelly enjoyed in winter<br data-start=\"2948\" data-end=\"2951\" \/><strong data-start=\"2951\" data-end=\"2977\">Grilled mackerel sushi<\/strong> : A Wakasa specialty loved as both a local dish and a travel meal<\/p>\n<p>Official food culture information<br data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1669\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fuku-e.com\/en\/souvenirs\">Discover Fukui<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3 aria-hidden=\"true\" data-edge=\"true\"><strong> Accommodation Areas<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3380\" data-end=\"3672\">The <strong data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3406\">Fukui Station area<\/strong> : Easy access to transportation and sightseeing<br data-start=\"3456\" data-end=\"3459\" \/><strong data-start=\"3459\" data-end=\"3474\">Awara Onsen<\/strong> : A major hot spring stay with a range of ryokan and hotels<br data-start=\"3558\" data-end=\"3561\" \/>The <strong data-start=\"3565\" data-end=\"3592\">Mikuni and Tojinbo area<\/strong> : Coastal scenery, sea views, and memorable sunsets<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3674\" data-end=\"3742\">Official accommodation information<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fuku-e.com\/en\/attractions\/index_1_2__31__0_____.html\">Discover Fukui<\/a><br \/><br data-start=\"3711\" data-end=\"3714\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3074\" data-end=\"3140\">Local Industries &amp; Craftsmanship<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3962\" data-end=\"4168\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fuku-e.com\/en\/attractions\/detail_5391.html\"><strong data-start=\"3962\" data-end=\"3987\">Sabae eyeglass frames<\/strong><\/a> : Widely known for quality and precision<br data-start=\"4070\" data-end=\"4073\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.echizen.or.jp\/en\"><strong data-start=\"4073\" data-end=\"4096\">Echizen lacquerware<\/strong><\/a> : A traditional craft valued for durability and daily use<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4170\" data-end=\"4246\">Official industry and craft information<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fuku-e.com\/en\/fukui-through-7-traditional-crafts\">Discover Fukui<\/a><br \/>.<\/p>\n<p>We have not fully introduced all the attractions yet, so we will be adding more content as we go!<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"25,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"25,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">&#8220;We are more than just interpreters.&#8221;<\/b><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"25,0\">We are a group of passionate locals who love Fukui. We believe that the best travel memories come from deep conversations and hidden stories that you won&#8217;t find in a guidebook.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"25,1\">Whether you need a full-day guide or just a few tips on how to get around, we are here to help you make your &#8220;small detour&#8221; to Fukui unforgettable.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"25,1\">\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This page includes external links to official tourism websites for informational purposes. All content and images on linked pages remain the property of their respective owners.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever heard of Fu &hellip; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"_locale":"en_US","_original_post":"http:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/?page_id=57","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-123","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","en-US"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/123","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=123"}],"version-history":[{"count":35,"href":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/123\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1242,"href":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/123\/revisions\/1242"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/fukuitourguides.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=123"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}