Fukui

  • Tojinbo

    National scenic beauty and natural monument where columnar jointed cliffs carved by Sea of Japan rough waves continue for about 1km. Thrilling activities include sightseeing boats, sunset viewing, and cliff jumping experiences.

    Address: Tojinbo, Mikuni-cho, Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture

    Access: About 1 hour from Fukui Station by Echizen Railway and bus

    Transportation: Bus frequency decreases in winter. By rental car, about 50 minutes from Fukui-kita IC.

    Tags: Superb ViewSunsetGeosite

  • Eiheiji Temple

    Head temple of Soto Zen Buddhism. Training monastery opened by Zen Master Dogen in 1244, where seven sacred halls are embraced by cedar groves. General worship, zazen experience, and shojin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian cuisine) are also popular.

    Address: 5-15 Shihi, Eiheiji-cho, Yoshida-gun, Fukui Prefecture

    Access: About 30 minutes from Fukui Station by Keifuku Bus

    Transportation: Walking shoes recommended as approach has many stone steps.

    Tags: Zazen ExperienceShojin RyoriHistory

  • Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum

    Japan's largest and world-class dinosaur museum. Features 44 full dinosaur skeletons, moving dioramas, and fossil excavation experience corners that captivate everyone from children to researchers.

    Address: 51-11 Terao, Muraoka-cho, Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture

    Access: About 1 hour 10 minutes from Fukui Station by Echizen Railway and bus

    Transportation: Direct buses run on weekends.

    Tags: DinosaursFamily-friendlyHands-on

  • Maruoka Castle

    Hilltop castle built in 1576 with one of the oldest remaining keeps. In spring, about 400 Somei Yoshino cherry trees bloom as Kasumigajo Park, beloved by locals, with fantastic nighttime illuminations.

    Address: 1-59 Kasumi-cho, Maruoka-cho, Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture

    Access: About 40 minutes from Fukui Station by Keifuku Bus

    Transportation: By car, 5 minutes from Maruoka IC.

    Tags: Remaining KeepCherry BlossomsCastle

  • Mikata Five Lakes (Rainbow Line Mountaintop Park)

    Spectacular area where five lakes of fresh, brackish, and salt water connect. From Rainbow Line Mountaintop Park, enjoy 360-degree panoramic views of lake surfaces changing color by season and time, plus Wakasa Bay.

    Address: Keyama, Wakasa-cho, Mikatakaminaka-gun, Fukui Prefecture

    Access: About 1 hour 40 minutes from Fukui Station by limited express + rental car

    Transportation: Limited bus service from Obama Line Mikata Station.

    Tags: Superb ViewLakesCafe Terrace

Model Courses

  • Fukui Highlights 1-Day Tour Plan

    Efficient day trip from Fukui Station visiting popular spots. Dinosaurs, Zen, spectacular views, and gourmet condensed into one day.

    • Lunch at attached restaurant with dinosaur curry.
    • Pre-book zazen experience (30 minutes).
    • Panoramic view of Fukui Plain from keep.
    • Sunset cruise viewing cliffs from the sea.