Fukui, Japan

Fukui, Japan is located on the Sea of ​​Japan side of Honshu Island, in the southern part of the Hokuriku region. It borders Ishikawa Prefecture to the north, Gifu Prefecture to the east, and Shiga Prefecture and Kyoto Prefecture to the south. There are many attractions worth visiting, here are some of the main attractions: Natural Landscapes - Tojinbo: Located on the coast of the Sea of ​​Japan in the northern part of Fukui Prefecture, it belongs to Echizen Kaga Quasi-National Park. The cliffs here have been eroded by waves for many years, forming a unique columnar joint landscape with pentagonal or hexagonal pyroxene andesite columns. It is one of only three such landscapes in the world. - Echizen Matsushima: A natural beauty in Fukui Prefecture, it consists of 22 islands of various sizes. The islands are rich in vegetation and beautiful scenery. It is known as one of the three most scenic spots in Japan along with Matsushima and Amanohashidate. You can take a boat tour to enjoy the sea scenery and island views. - Cherry Blossoms on the Asuwa Riverbank: The Asuwa Riverbank runs through the center of Fukui City. In spring, more than 600 cherry trees along the approximately 2.2-kilometer riverbank bloom, forming a spectacular pink cherry blossom tunnel. The lights are turned on at night, creating a dreamy atmosphere. History and Culture - Yokokan Garden: It is a strolling garden built in the Edo period. It was the residence of the Matsudaira family, the lord of Fukui Domain. The garden focuses on the concept of "being close to water". The view from the building and the veranda to the pool is unobstructed. The design of the stone bridge and the stone path cleverly integrates natural and local elements. - Mikuni Port: Located at the mouth of the Kuzuryu River, the largest river in Fukui Prefecture, it was a water transportation hub during the Edo period. It gradually declined after the Meiji period, but it still retains many nostalgic classical buildings, such as the old Morita Bank and the old Kishi Meika. You can feel the elegant ancient style here. - Godandanji Temple: Located in Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture, the temple is dedicated to Sakyamuni Tathagata. There are cats carved on the Buddha statues in the temple. The temple grounds are also full of cat elements. The temple also takes care of many lost or abandoned cats all year round, so it is called "Cat Temple". The Goshuin and Goshuin Book of the Cat Temple are also very cute. Leisure and entertainment - Echizen Matsushima Aquarium: This historic aquarium opened in 1959 and displays a rich variety of marine life, including various fish, dolphins, penguins, etc. There are also wonderful marine life performances, which is suitable for family fun. - Awara Onsen: It is a famous hot spring resort in Fukui Prefecture. The hot spring water here is of excellent quality and has many health benefits. There are also many hot spring hotels and resorts around it. Visitors can relax and enjoy the comfort and pleasure brought by the hot springs.