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Maruoka Castle

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Highlights

  • Visit a historic castle in Fukui, known as one of the oldest surviving castles in the country.
  • Admire its simple wooden architecture, reflecting authentic samurai-era design.
  • Climb the steep interior stairs to reach the top and enjoy scenic countryside views.
  • Learn about the castle’s history and its role in feudal Japan. Enjoy beautiful seasonal scenery, especially cherry blossoms in spring.
  • Experience a peaceful and traditional atmosphere away from crowded tourist spots.

About this experience

Present your E-ticket to pick up and use your tickets.;Location of use;Sakai, Fukui 910-0231;Time of use;8:30~17:00(Last admission: 16:30);Ticket collection location;Sakai, Fukui 910-0231;Ticket collection time;8:30~16:30

What to expect

Maruoka Castle is one of the existing twelve towers. The whole building is a wooden structure with a sense of age. The historical atmosphere in the building is very rich, and the objects placed are also very Japanese regional characteristics.

What's included

  • Maruoka Castle admission ticket
  • Admission fee for Maruoka Castle, Maruoka History and Folk Museum, and Nihon Ichisho Toilet Paper Museum

Not included

  • Any items not mentioned as included

Things to note

  • (Maruoka History and Folklore Museum, a museum that makes Japanese short toilet paper, closed from 12/29 to 1/3, with some temporary closures)
  • Facility address: 1-59 Kasumi-cho, Maruoka-cho, Sakai-shi, Fukui Prefecture
  • Open all year round
  • Official website address: https://maruoka-castle.jp/
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  • [operating hours] 8:30-17:00 (last admission 16:30)
  • Business periods and times may change or close due to seasonal factors, so please check in advance.
  • On the day of your visit, please go to the ticket office and present the QR code to redeem ticket.
  • Take the Keifuku bus from JR Fukui Station for about 50 minutes
  • Due to the impact of the new coronavirus and other factors, any temporary closures will be announced on the official website.
  • Free for children under 6 years old
  • Take the Keifuku bus from JR Awara Onsen Station for about 20 minutes.
  • No refunds or changes are allowed after redemption, and you cannot re-enter the venue.
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