Fukui
Fukui City, the capital of Fukui Prefecture, is a charming city that beautifully blends history, culture, and nature. Known for its dinosaur museum, one of the largest of its kind in Japan, Fukui offers a unique journey back in time. The city is also home to the stunning Fukui Castle ruins and the serene Yokokan Garden, showcasing the elegance of traditional Japanese landscape design. With its delicious local cuisine, including Echizen crab and soba noodles, Fukui provides a delightful culinary experience. Whether you’re a history buff, a food lover, or a nature enthusiast, Fukui City has something to offer.
Access
Access by Train
- From Tokyo: Take the Hokuriku Shinkansen from Tokyo to Fukui Station (about 2.5 hours, around 14,000 yen one way).
- From Kyoto: Take the JR Thunderbird Limited Express to Fukui Station (about 1.5 hours, around 4,000 yen one way).
- From Osaka: Take the JR Thunderbird Limited Express from Osaka to Fukui Station (about 1.5 hours, around 4,000 yen one way).
Access by Bus
- From Tokyo: There are overnight buses from Tokyo to Fukui (about 7 hours, around 4,500 to 10,000 yen one way).
- From Kyoto: The Keihan Bus operates between Kyoto and Fukui (about 2 hours, around 2,000 yen one way).
- From Osaka: The Keihan Bus also connects Osaka to Fukui (about 2.5 hours, around 2,500 yen one way).
Access by Car
- From Tokyo: Fukui is about a 5-hour drive from Tokyo via the Meishin and Hokuriku Expressways.
- From Kyoto: It takes approximately 2 hours to reach Fukui from Kyoto by car via the Maizuru-Wakasa Expressway and Hokuriku Expressway.
- From Osaka: Fukui is about a 2.5-hour drive from Osaka via the Meishin and Hokuriku Expressways.
