Culture Fukui Castle Fukui Castle is a flatland-style castle located in what is now the city of Fukui, Fukui Prefecture, Japan. During the Edo period, it was the headqua..
Culture Fujishima Shrine Fujishima Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Fukui, Japan. In the former Modern system of ranked Shinto Shrines, it was a special shrine...
Culture Awara Yukake Festival 2026 Early Aug The Awara Yukake Festival is a two-day event where locals and visitors come together to give thanks for the blessings of the town's..
12 Temples & Shrines Silent Path to Eiheiji Temple Takako Sakamoto Complete guide to Eiheiji Temple 01: A step-by-step guide to Eiheiji Temple, Fukui. First gate to the entrance gate, and the l..
Culture Echizen Ono Castle Ōno Castle was a Japanese castle located in the city of Ōno Fukui Prefecture, in the Hokuriku region of Japan. Built in the Sengoku period, it was o..
Culture Hanahasu Lotus Park Hanahasu Park (花はす公園) is located in Fukui's Minami-Echizen area and famous for its lotus flowers in the summer. Expect to find around 130 v..
11 Culture Founder's Hall of Eiheiji Temple Takako Sakamoto Complete guide to Eiheiji Temple 06: The sixth guide focuses on 'Jōyōden', mausoleum of Eiheiji's founder Dogen, a..
9 Temples & Shrines Classic Gate of Eiheiji Temple Takako Sakamoto Complete guide to Eiheiji Temple 10: This guide focuses on the beautiful 'Chujakumon Gate'. Located between Buddha Hall..