Yamazatoguchi Gate (山里口御門), Fukui Castle

Flow of the course

About this spot

A historic ruins park in front of the Fukui Prefectural Government Office, where the Yamazatoguchi Gate, a masugata (box-shaped) gate that once guarded the main enclosure of Fukui Castle, has been restored. Admission is free, and visitors can also view the stone walls of the castle keep base and the 'Fuku-no-i' well.

Tips

The exhibition room on the second floor of the turret gate has set visiting hours, so please check the official Fukui Prefecture website for details. The outdoor ruins park area can be freely explored.

Best time to visit

In the evening, when the western sun lights up the stone walls

Access & map

〒910-0005 Fukui Prefecture, Fukui City, Ote 3-chome 17-1