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Ichijōdani Asakura Clan Ruins
Fukui City · 9.9 km from downtown
Maruoka Castle
Maruoka Castle is one of the existing twelve towers. The whole building is a wooden structure with a sense of age. The historical atmosphere in the building is very rich, and the objects placed are also very Japanese regional characteristics.Sakai · 10.9 km from Fukui City
Daihonzan Eiheiji
Eihei-ji Temple is located in Eihei-ji-cho, Yoshida-gun, Fukui Prefecture. It is the main temple of the Soto Zen sect, known as "Kushi-san." It was founded in 1244 by Dogen Zenji as a center for the practice of zazen. Dogen Zenji was born in Kyoto in 1200 and became a monk on Mount Hiei at the age of 14. In the spring of his 24th year, he traveled to Mount Tendo in China to study under Master Nyojo, inheriting the Buddhist teachings of "zazen" (sitting meditation) from Sakyamuni Buddha and returning to Japan. The temple was built according to the style of Mingzhou Zen temples from the Song Dynasty, displaying a typical layout of Zen temples. The ancient temple remains well-preserved, with its simple wooden architecture. The central focus of practice here is zazen, but zazen is not the only aspect. It is important to integrate the spirit of zazen into daily life. For example, the monks' daily work of wiping the corridors with cloths is a form of "dynamic zazen." The brochure has pictures of monks wiping the floor, just like Ikkyu in the cartoon. Visitors interested in praying or learning about Zen meditation may want to take a look.Eiheiji · 12.4 km from Fukui City
Kasumigajo Park
Sakai · 10.9 km from Fukui City
Universal Studios Japan
There are thrilling rides themed around Hollywood's superstar movies, fantastic performances by popular cartoon characters, and more, so everyone can have fun! Featuring the world's first Nintendo theme park, experience the world of Super Mario in an immersive way! Festive limited parades and float tours! Everyone is a protagonist in this enthusiastic parade where everyone is full of passion and vigor! Universal Studios Japan (“USJ”) in Osaka is one of the world's five Universal Studios theme parks, which opened for business in 2001 and is a classic and wonderful world of fun in the hearts of many visitors. It is similar in design to Universal Studios Orlando in the U.S., with popular parks such as Jurassic Park, Hollywood, and Waterworld, and more than 60 fun-filled attractions. With these attractions, you can enjoy a day of fun and entertainment at Universal Studios Japan. Universal Studios Japan is also home to popular themed IP parks such as “Super Nintendo World (Mario/Super Mario)”, “Minion Park” and “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter”. Whether it's interacting with the minions, riding on Mario Kart, or traveling through the Wizarding World of Hogwarts, it's an unforgettable experience that is full of excitement. △“Super Nintendo World” is the world's first Nintendo theme park built by Nintendo in cooperation with Universal Studios Japan. With the globally popular Super Mario as the protagonist, the game's Kuba Castle, Princess Brigitte's Castle, and the Mushroom Kingdom are reproduced 1:1 in a super-realistic way, providing immersive experiences of the world of Super Mario! △The “Freeze Ray Sliders” and “Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem” will get you involved in a huge farce and heat wave with the minions! The Minions have finally fulfilled their ambitions! All of humanity will be a part of the mayhem at the Minion Park! △Embracing a variety of areas with unique characteristics, wonderment and surprise, Universal Studios Japan covers a whole spectrum of world-class entertainment through thrilling rides and shows themed on blockbuster Hollywood movies, as well as seasonal events for all ages to enjoy. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ will reproduce the world from the Harry Potter™ stories, bringing it to life on a phenomenal scale at Universal Studios Japan.Japan · Osaka
Yōkōkan Garden
The Yanghaokan Garden, a private garden built around 1699, was the villa garden of the Matsudaira family, the lord of the Fukui Domain at that time. classic. In the Edo period, there was another name for Mizuen-suiyashiki, and it was designated as a national scenic spot. It was a particularly quiet place to experience a typical Japanese-style room garden. In 1945, Yangkokan was destroyed in a major air raid. In 1994, it was rebuilt based on the preserved drawings "Fingering Map of Imperial Springs".Fukui City · 662m from downtown
Keya Kurotatsu Shrine
Fukui City · 1.1 km from downtown
Fukui Prefectural Ichijodani Asakura Family Museum
Fukui City · 8.9 km from downtown
Tojinbo
Tojinbo is located in the northern part of Fukui Prefecture, and it is a rocky cliff on the Sea of Japan coast adjacent to Ishikawa Prefecture. Due to years of erosion by sea waves, it appears very steep and rugged, and it is one of the representative attractions of Fukui, Although it is a sea cliff, Tojinbo has no sandy beach, only steep rock walls. 90-degree cliffs stand in rows in the seawater. Here, you can observe pyroxene andesite columns with columnar joints (pentagonal or hexagonal columnar rock blocks), which are very rare not only in Japan but also in the world, as there are only 3 places in the world where such rock columns can be seen.Sakai · 21.1 km from Fukui City
Fukui Castle
Fukui Castle is located in Fukui Prefecture, Japan. It is a flat city. In the Edo period, it was the hall of the Fukui Domain and the residence of the Echizen Matsudaira family.Fukui City · 207m from downtown
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Ichijōdani Asakura Clan Ruins
Fukui City · 9.9 km from downtownMaruoka Castle
Sakai · 10.9 km from Fukui CityImmediate access, Book now for todayDaihonzan Eiheiji
Eiheiji · 12.4 km from Fukui CityKasumigajo Park
Sakai · 10.9 km from Fukui CityUniversal Studios Japan
Japan · OsakaBook now for todayYōkōkan Garden
Fukui City · 662m from downtownKeya Kurotatsu Shrine
Fukui City · 1.1 km from downtownFukui Prefectural Ichijodani Asakura Family Museum
Fukui City · 8.9 km from downtownTojinbo
Sakai · 21.1 km from Fukui CityFukui Castle
Fukui City · 207m from downtown
What travelers say about Fukui City
空空CJJanuary 23, 2021
5.0
Very beautiful, impressive, worth a visit. The rooftop has a nice view. The sculptures by the sculptor Mr. Asakura are impressive and very interesting, with many works on display. Some are large, some are small... all are good. With all the above, I think it's worth a visit. We enjoyed it. It's easy to find if you're in the central area of Yanaka.
Ichijōdani Asakura Clan Ruins
翱翔的大鲨鱼October 18, 2021
4.0
Maruoka Castle is one of the top 100 famous castles in Japan and an important cultural property. It is a flat mountain castle with the oldest castle tower in Japan. Maruoka Castle is also known as Kasumi Castle. In the spring, cherry blossoms bloom around the ancient castle. From a distance, it seems to be hidden in the sunset. It is also a popular cherry blossom viewing spot. Maruoka Castle was built in the Warring States Period and has been governed by four generations of castle lords from different forces. It is also a tourist attraction that local residents are proud of.
Maruoka Castle
HanniiMarch 10, 2023
5.0
I recommend the 1-hour Zen meditation experience.
You will be taught by a monk!
The temple grounds are spacious and surrounded by nature, and it feels great. There are souvenir shops, soba restaurants, and restaurants serving miso cutlets nearby, so it's a great place for lunch.
Daihonzan Eiheiji
AnicarchOctober 14, 2026
5.0
It was my second time at USJ, and first time for my husband. We really enjoyed whole day experiences. I was so glad that we made online reservations so that we could save lots of time 🤩🫶🏼
Universal Studios Japan
jkidd28July 15, 2022
5.0
The Yokokan Garden is the villa of the Matsudaira family, the feudal lord. It was renovated by the 7th generation Yoshida. The building is surrounded by a strolling garden with forests and springs. Due to partial damage, it took several years to restore it to its current appearance.
Yōkōkan Garden
ばいんみーMay 20, 2026
4.0
I went there imagining a scene from a suspense movie, but perhaps because the weather was nice, it was bright and the view was great, and it didn't feel dark at all. That said, it was quite high up towards the edge of the rocky area, which was a little scary. There were many souvenir shops and restaurants on the way to the parking lot, but many were closed, giving it a slightly deserted feel.
I think it's worth visiting at least once!
Tojinbo
