Fukui
Fukui Prefecture is known for its excavations of dinosaur fossils. The Echizen Coast has beautiful views of the sea and seafood for your enjoyment, with Echizen crab being particularly famous. Scattered with historic Buddhist temples such as Eiheiji, this is a region that calms the soul.
Destination Highlights
Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum
Leisure & Attractions
The Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum is one of the largest museums dedicated to dinosaurs in the world. There are displays of fossils and to-scale models of dinosaurs, offering visitors a realistic experience of the world of the dinosaurs.
Tojinbo Cliffs
Nature & Outdoors
Tojinbo is a scenic spot on the coastline, renowned for its rugged stretches of cliffs and wild views of the seas. It is a rare geological phenomenon that can only be found in a few spots around the world. Come to feel the awesome power of the ocean and view a beautiful sunset.
Eiheiji Temple
Arts & Culture
Known as a Zen training center, Eiheiji is the head temple of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism. Situated in a tranquil setting, the expansive grounds of Eiheiji Temple will calm the mind and give you a chance to experience the Zen mindset.
The four seasons of Fukui
Spring
Spring in Fukui sees the cherry trees blooming and is the season to enjoy the beauty of the natural environment. You can also view flowers at historic locations such as Eiheiji Temple or the ruins of Fukui Castle. Fresh seafood and Fukui’s famed soba noodles are also excellent in spring.
Summer
Summer is an excellent season to enjoy the beautiful scenery offered by Fukui’s combination of mountains and sea. People are particularly drawn to the beautiful coastline at Wakasa Bay and the magnificent cliffs at Tojinbo.
Fall
The changing colors of the leaves are beautiful in fall in Fukui. It’s also fun to take in the fall scenery as you stroll through the historic streets of Ashibayama and Echizen. The mild climate of Fukui makes for superb delicacies in fall, with especially excellent crab and salmon on offer.
Winter
Winter is the season for beautiful snowscapes in Fukui. Locations such as Tojinbo Cliffs and Eiheiji Temple are covered in snow during the winter, creating a magical atmosphere. Katsuyama Ski Resort and Awara Onsen are also great places to visit in winter.
Trip highlights
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Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum
Leisure & Attractions
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Tojinbo Cliffs
Nature & Outdoors
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Eiheiji Temple
Arts & Culture
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Port of Humanity Tsuruga Museum
Arts & Culture
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Tsuruga Station -
Heisenji Hakusan Shrine
Arts & Culture
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Awaraonsen
Leisure & Attractions
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Awaraonsen Station -
Nihonkai Sakana Machi (Sea of Japan Fish Market)
Food & Drink
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Tsuruga Station
Fukui route map
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