FUKUI - Fukui Prefecture
Fukui (福井市) is the capital city of the Fukui Prefecture, located in the Chubu region of Japan. It is famous for its dinosaurs and home to Eiheiji Temple, a headquarters of Zen Buddhism. The city is surrounded by beautiful nature, from an incredibly rich coastline with one of the best sunset in Japan, to lush and mystical forests. Fukui being located at the crossroad of the Sea of Japan and the old capital city of Kyoto, is an important historical food trade route, showcasing great local specialities based on delicious seafood, such as the Echizen Crab or the Yopparai Mackerel.
Top activities
- Enjoy the beautiful nature along the Echizen Coast, with Takasu Beach and Hokojima, and watch the sunset.
- Have fun discovering all the dinosaur statues around the city and visit the Dinausor museum (one of the best in the world).
- Explore the countryside and admire the Ichijo Falls, where legend says a famous swordman trained.
- Relax in the zen temple of Daihonzan Eiheiji and practice Zazen.
- Visit the Heritage Site of Ichijōdani Asakura Ruins and get a glimpse into the lifestyles of the past.
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- Population
- 264,217
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The Businesses in Fukui
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