Fukui 福井県
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Right now in Fukui
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October: Autumn
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Temples & shrines
The big names and the quiet ones, from gold pavilions to neighbourhood shrines.
Eiheiji
Eiheiji Temple
Best in October–November
1 place
Gardens, rivers & hills
Somewhere to slow down: riverbanks, gardens, parks and views from the hills.
Sakai
Tojinbo Cliffs
Any time of year
From the journal
Fukui on Shibuya246
Photos and stories from our visits since 2010, newest first.
Eiheiji Temple
Eiheiji Temple, located in Fukui-ken, was founded over 800 years ago, although the temple was rebuilt a number of times over the years. It is still an active temple today training monks in its teachings. It is possible for anyone to stay at the temple overnight and join in the routine and lessons of the monks.
Tojinbo Cliffs
The Tojinbo Cliffs are a natural collection of jagged rock faces about 30 meters tall. A popular sightseeing spot, there are also many regular suicides here (it is said to have the highest rate of suicides with about 25 per year).