Fukui, Administrative capital in Fukui Prefecture, Japan.
Fukui is an administrative capital in Fukui Prefecture, Japan, located between the Sea of Japan and the Ryohaku Mountains. The Kuzuryu River flows through the urban area, separating city zones from surrounding agricultural land.
The city suffered severe damage from World War II bombings and a devastating earthquake in 1948. After these disasters, a comprehensive reconstruction followed, earning it the name Phoenix City.
The city's name means lucky well, reflected in the post-reconstruction street layouts that connect older neighborhoods with newer residential areas. Today the central district serves as a hub for regional administration and daily activities of residents, with wide avenues linking different parts of town.
The city is accessible through Japan Railways stations, express highways, and regional bus lines. Visitors should consider the changing seasons, as winters can be cool and snowy while summers are warm and humid.
The Ichijodani castle ruins sit in a narrow valley several kilometers outside town, preserving stone walls and reconstructed residences from the 16th century. Archaeologists have excavated everyday items like pottery and tools there, offering insights into life during the samurai era.
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