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2-day, 1-night Fukui classic itinerary

福井モデルコース

Including the Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum, which underwent a large-scale renewal in July 2023, there are a lot of highlights such as Tōgakubo and Omotoyama Eiheiji Temple! Let's win popular spots in 2 days and 1 night!

Course
Day 1
The beginning of the journey is Tension MAX at the Dinosaur Museum! When you enjoy the dynamic scenery of Tōjinbo, let's spend time healing at Awara Onsen.
Station
JR Fukui Station START!
Car40 Minutes
Activities
9:00
Immerse yourself in the ancient world at the Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum
A huge museum in Katsuyama City, the nation's No. 1 fossil output of dinosaurs. Enjoy a full-on dinosaur world full of highlights, including an open-air dinosaur museum where you can experience fossil excavation, as well as 50 dinosaur whole-body skeleton specimens.

(1st photo) Renewal increases new skeletal fossil exhibits, with a total of 50
(2nd photo) Valuable skeletal specimens only seen here
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Food
12:00
Enjoy dinosaur gourmet food that will get you noticed on SNS
The restaurant in the museum is also reopened! The menu featuring the appearance of a dinosaur is also outstanding in the picture, so let's visit it.

(Picture) Spinosaurus caray recreated impressive back spines
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Car1 hour and 10 minutes
Nature
14:00
Impressed by the dynamic scenery at Tojinbo
A bluff of more than 20m in height, which extends for about 1 km. It is a scenic spot that represents not only Fukui but also Hokuriku, and has been designated as one of the three major victories in the world and a national natural monument.

(1st photo) The cliff is the highest, comparable to the height of the building on the 8th to 9th floor! Watch your feet.
(2nd photo) Tour the majestic scenery of the rock surface approaching from the tour boat!
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Car15 minutes
Relaxation
17:00
Spend a moment of healing at Awara Onsen
A historic hot spring resort that opened in 1883 and was loved by many literary people as the "Kansai no Okuzashiki". It is characterized by having different quality and efficacy depending on the inn.

(1st photo) Great bath of Grandia Hosen, which boasts one of the best rooms and gardens
(2nd photo) Arrive early and enjoy 5 kinds of foot baths with Ashiyu
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Course
Day 2
A plan to feel the culture of Fukui around historical spots such as temples and ruins. I want to taste the specialties of lunch. Don't forget to buy souvenirs!
Hotel
Awara Onsen START!
Car40 Minutes
History
10:00
Know the heart of Zen at Daihonzan Eiheiji Temple
In Kanei 2 (1244), the Zen dojo opened by the Dōgen Zen master; the Daihonzan of the Sōtō sect, which is still practiced here by about 100 monks called Unsui; and the ancient temple where the harsh air flows, let's touch the essence of Zen.

(Picture) Of the 70 buildings and garan, 19 buildings have been designated as national important cultural property
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CarSoon.
Shopping
12:00
Stroll and shop around Eiheiji Monzen-machi
Shops and souvenir shops near Eiheiji are lined up on the street in the main temple of Eiheiji Temple. After the visit of Eiheiji Temple, you can enjoy eating and shopping.
CarFour minutes
Food
12:30
Taste traditional Unsui soba
Lunch at Nihachi-soba's famous restaurant, Riuzen, which is a little away from Monzen-machi. Let's enjoy the soba culture passed down in the Eiheiji district.

(Photo) Taste it with two types of soup using locally-sourced ingredients
雲水そば
Car20 minutes
History
14:00
Touching historical romance at the site of Ichijodani Asakurashi
Ichijodani was the height of prosperity for the Asakura clan, a feudal lord during the Warring States period. The remains of the castle town were discovered during excavation surveys and designated as a special national historic site. The restored townscape, which faithfully reproduces the buildings of the time, is a must-see.

(Picture) A gate to mourn Mr. Asakura, rebuilt in the mid-Edo period, is a symbol of the ruins
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Car20 minutes
Shopping
16:00
Stock up on souvenirs with hapilin
A complex building at the west exit of Fukui Station. Shopping at a souvenir shop with specialty items such as Echizen lacquerware and heshiko! A gourmet zone where you can eat specialties.

(1st photo) Building of impressive shape
(Photo 2-4) Various souvenirs such as crafts and taste souvenirs are available
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工芸品1
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味みやげ
WalkingSoon.
Station
JR Fukui Station
Note
[Tips of planning]
-Dinosaur Museum should be visited in the morning!
On Saturday, Sunday and the long holiday season, the parking lot becomes full soon and is very crowded! Let's make a plan considering when to visit. After the dinosaur museum, stop by Eiheiji Temple is recommended.
● Popular spots start from Fukui Station
Rent a car near Fukui Station, which is the starting point of transportation. Popular spots are scattered around 20-30km each from the station. It is recommended to stay in hotels around Fukui Station.

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-This article is created based on the contents of "Rurubu information version" or "Rurubu & more." "Rurubu +".
· The data listed is as of March 2025. Prices, business hours, regular holidays, menus, etc. may change or may not be available due to temporary holidays. Please check in advance when using it, as the content may change.
· Closed stores and facilities, as a rule, the year-end holiday, Obon holiday, Golden Week, and temporary holidays are omitted.
· The published fees is the fee including the consumption tax that was confirmed at the time of the interview in principle, and the entrance fee is the adult fee if there is no special note.
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・ The spring quality, efficacy, etc. of the hot springs in the list are prepared based on the answers from each facility.

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