Fukui Prefecture Travel Guide

A flower park of flowers, water, and light, with lilies, roses, illuminations, and a playground area.

A waterfall known for its refreshingly cold, great-tasting spring water-selected as one of the 100 Exquisite Waters of Japan.

A seaside glass studio where you can shop and join hands-on experiences.

A historical stroll through retro architecture and charming streetscapes.

Discover Tsuruga’s history shaped by the railways.

A lively shopping street where you can enjoy street food and souvenir hunting alongside sightseeing at Tojinbo.

A hugely popular romantic power spot, this suspension bridge offers stunning views and plenty of thrills.

Eat, see, and experience the full appeal of Echizen soba at this destination.

Rows of cherry trees along the river in Fukui City, selected as one of Japan’s 100 best cherry blossom spots.

An immersive art experience that lets you become one with birds flying freely through the sky, offering a deep sense of the Zen world.

A Shingon Buddhist temple with a garden designated as a National Place of Scenic Beauty spread across its grounds.

A scenic park where you can enjoy fishing, swimming, and strolling while taking in beautiful cave views.

Enjoy Fukui’s fresh seafood in a truly indulgent way.

A dining spot where Fukui's flavors and culture come together, known for its Echizen Crab Rice Bowl.

A new place to relax in Echizen City, where you can enjoy both soba and cafe time.

The birthplace of shoyu katsudon! Enjoy local flavors and a wide variety of dishes.

Enjoy a wide variety of dishes, from Fukui local cuisine to Wakasa beef and locally sourced seafood.

A long-established tonkatsu specialty restaurant loved by the local community, known for its classic flavors and thoughtful hospitality.

French cuisine for special occasions, beautifully showcasing Fukui’s seasonal flavors.

Authentic Neapolitan pizza made with seasonal Fukui ingredients is a local favorite.

Enjoy seafood-filled Echizen Kitamae Cuisine at a seaside auberge.

The originator of Fukui's famous katsudon, known for its aromatic original sauce that really makes the flavor pop!

A hub of Japanese confection culture in Eiheiji Town, showcasing the appeal of Habutae Mochi in many ways.

Enjoy silky habutae mochi and seasonal Japanese and Western sweets from a long-established shop.

とろける食感と伝統の味。福井発祥の羽二重餅。

A station-front commercial complex with dining, souvenirs, and a planetarium.

Make Echizen lacquerware part of everyday life. A long-established lacquerware shop where you can experience a new take on traditional craft.

A Echizen washi shop on a stone-paved street lined with traditional homes.

A Japanese-style ryokan in Awara Onsen, the hidden retreat of Kansai.

A relaxing onsen inn where you can unwind with peaceful scenery and the soothing effects of hot springs, offering six types of guest rooms.

Choose the stay that suits your style and enjoy a special time surrounded by nature.

An inn proud of its large-scale garden open-air baths, among the biggest in Hokuriku.

A historic, 137-year old ryokan with a soothing onsen sourced from its own private spring and tasty delights made with local ingredients.

A unique stay perfect for experiencing authentic Zen aesthetic, while enjoying the beauty and utility of a temple hotel inn.

A glittering spectacle of light in a grand illumination to transform Tsuruga Port entirely.

Sheer wonder as 15,000 fireworks dazzle the night sky in this Fukui summer tradition.

Enjoy the powerful offshore fireworks from the spacious sandy beach seating.

Spellbound by larger-than-life floats in parade at this spectacular parade.