Fukui
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Japan in 2025: New and Upcoming Attractions

2025 is the year of Osaka.

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Japan in 2025: New and Upcoming Attractions
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Welcome Suchomimus: Fukui Station’s Dinosaur Makeover is Complete

The dinosaur is Fukui Station’s fifth and final animatronic.

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Welcome Suchomimus: Fukui Station’s Dinosaur Makeover is Complete
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The Future of Tourism in Japan

A weak yen is changing Japanese society, prompting pushback and new ideas.

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The Future of Tourism in Japan
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Echizen Crafts Tour: Lacquerware and Paper

Fukui’s artisan traditions are among the finest in Japan.

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Echizen Crafts Tour: Lacquerware and Paper
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Travel Guide: Fukui

The local capital offers access to serene nature, seafood, and dinosaurs.

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Travel Guide: Fukui
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A Weekend in Southern Fukui

Tsuruga and Wakasa offer rich heritage and nature.

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A Weekend in Southern Fukui
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Interview with Greg Werner, Netflix’s One Piece Series Advisor

One Piece expert Greg Werner discusses the new live action series and much more.

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Interview with Greg Werner, Netflix’s One Piece Series Advisor
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Fukui Awaits the Hokuriku Shinkansen

The Dinosaur Kingdom will soon join Japan’s bullet train network.

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Fukui Awaits the Hokuriku Shinkansen
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Jurassic Echizen: Koji Kinutani’s Mosaic Unveiled at Fukui Station

Acclaimed artist Koji Kinutani designs a vibrant new landmark for Japan’s Dinosaur Kingdom.

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Jurassic Echizen: Koji Kinutani’s Mosaic Unveiled at Fukui Station
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Steve Jobs: Made in California, Designed by Japan

Jobs is remembered as an icon of American innovation, but he was deeply influenced by Japan.

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Steve Jobs: Made in California, Designed by Japan
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Fukui's Ichijodani Asakura Clan Ruins and Family Site Museum

The beautiful Ichijo Valley protects a fallen castle town.

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Fukui's Ichijodani Asakura Clan Ruins and Family Site Museum
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Japan in 2022: Attractions New, Gone, and Upcoming

Discover the attractions recently opened, closed, and forthcoming throughout the nation.

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Japan in 2022: Attractions New, Gone, and Upcoming
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Tanabata, Japan's Star Festival of Wishes

A pair of star-crossed lovers are allowed to reunite for one day every summer, granting earthly wishes.

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Tanabata, Japan's Star Festival of Wishes
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Mikuni Festival Returns

After a three year hiatus, Mikuni Matsuri is back, along with its giant floats!

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Mikuni Festival Returns
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Accident of History, Valentine's Day

A brief history of the bizarre tradition.

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Accident of History, Valentine's Day
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Japan's Kentucky Christmas Tradition

Store manager Takeshi “Shin” Okawara is credited with inventing the Japanese tradition nearly 50 years ago.

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Japan's Kentucky Christmas Tradition
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About Maruoka, Japan's Oldest Surviving Castle

Exploring Japan’s oldest surviving castle.

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About Maruoka, Japan's Oldest Surviving Castle