Fukui is home to Japan's tallest castle. Katsuyama Castle, just short of 60 meters in height, is situated very near some other wonderful places to visit in Katsuyama, including The Fukui Dinosaur Museum, and Heisen-ji Temple. The castle (with a 700 year history, but rebuilt in concrete in 1989) includes a museum with artifacts from the surrounding district.
It's a beautiful castle from afar, but what really grabs your attention are the great views. From the 6F observation deck, you have a view in every direction for miles and miles. Spectacular!
Getting there
A short bus or taxi ride from Katsuyama Station, on the Echizen Line.
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Larry Knipfing @larry.knipfing
Born on Long Island, New York in 1958, I have spent the last 30 years of my life living in Japan, and enjoying every minute of it! I especially love photography, and Japan is definitely one of the most beautiful places in the world to photograph! My other love is fiction writing and I have pub...
