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Fukui’s Historic Samurai Homes Offer Unique Summer Photo Opportunities

12/07/2025 by Tabimania JAPAN

Experience the serene beauty of a traditional Japanese summer at two historic samurai residences in Fukui Prefecture: the Former Tamura Residence in Echizen City and the Former Uchiyama Residence in Sabae City. These heritage sites are now home to special … Read More

Maruoka Castle, the only existing castle tower in Hokuriku

20/04/2020 by Tabimania JAPAN

Maruoka Castle (丸岡城) is located in Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture.The castle was built in 1576. This Maruoka Castle was originally built as a preparation for Ikko Ikki.Ikko Ikki is a resistance movement against the power of those days, which was … Read More