Fukui Prefecture Prefecture

The dinosaur capital of Japan, featuring ancient coastal sea cliffs, Zen meditation temples, and Echizen crafts.

Latitude: 36.0652

Longitude: 136.2216

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Subheading: The dinosaur capital of Japan, featuring ancient coastal sea cliffs, Zen meditation temples, and Echizen crafts.

Capital / Main Hub: 36.0652

Nearest Airport: KMQ (Komatsu)

Access from Tokyo: Hokuriku Shinkansen (2h 50m direct)

Recommended Stay: 1-2 Days

Top 3 Attractions: Eihei-ji Temple | Fukui Dinosaur Museum | Tojinbo Cliffs

Signature Dish: Echizen Snow Crab & Oroshi Soba

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Attraction Names:

  • Fukui

  • Tsuruga

Did You Know?:

  • Eihei-ji was founded in 1244 by Dogen Zenji and remains one of Soto Zen's premier monasteries

  • Fukui Dinosaur Museum is ranked among the top three paleontology museums globally

  • Tojinbo features rare columnar basalt cliffs

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