Fukui in a Glance

A quick look at Fukui’s essentials—an ancient hidden forest shrine, riverside biking en route to the Asakura City Ruins, a nationally designated historic site, the rugged Echizen coast and Tojinbo cliffs, the famous dinosaur museum, serene temples, and historic castles.

Open Echizen Coast Deep Dive

Ichijōdani Asakura Family Historic Ruins

Step into Ichijōdani’s reconstructed village streets and houses, where daily life of merchants, artisans, and samurai is brought back to scale. Exhibits and the nearby museum add context on the Asakura clan and the shogunate era, but the heart of the experience is walking the village itself.

Open Asakura Deep Dive

Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum (Katsuyama)

One of the world's leading dinosaur museums, this landmark in Katsuyama showcases major fossil discoveries from Fukui, immersive exhibits, and research that brings Japan's Cretaceous past to life.

Open the full Dinosaur deep-dive page

Tojinbo Cliffs (Sakai)

Tojinbo is a dramatic stretch of columnar basalt cliffs on the Sea of Japan. Walk the cliff paths, browse the vendor area, and take in changing coastal views from elevated lookouts and shoreline angles.

Traditional Home Restaurant in Fukui

This local dining experience is set in a traditional home adapted into a small restaurant. You move from the quiet exterior into intimate dining spaces and simple regional dishes prepared in a home-style setting.

Open the full Fukui Food page

Hidden Izikia in Fukui

Follow the route from a dark side alley to a discreet doorway, then into the warm bar and dining interior. The experience continues with small shared plates and classic izikia-style dishes.

Open the full Fukui Food page