Sakai: Maruoka Castle and Angel Land Fukui - A Full Day with Family
A family day course exploring Sakai's history and science, beginning with Maruoka Castle (丸岡城), a rare surviving castle tower in the Hokuriku region. At the castle's base, discover the heartwarming masterpiece of Japan's shortest letter, then in the afternoon both children and adults will be captivated by space and science exhibits at Angel Land Fukui (エンゼルランドふくい). Cap off the day with a leisurely evening stroll through Yuri no Sato Park (ゆりの里公園), which offers free admission. This ambitious plan is perfect for a first castle visit or a science museum debut alike.
Schedule
Climb the existing castle tower with its stone tile roof using rope handholds, and enjoy sweeping views of the Sakai Plain from the top floor
Encounter masterpiece calligraphy of the 'Ippon Keijou' and a collection of letters expressing sentiment in just a few words
Enjoy hands-on science exhibits, a planetarium, and large play structures for an afternoon of play
Take a leisurely evening stroll through lily flower fields and grassy lawns to end the day
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