Sakai City

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Sakai City is globally famous for the thrilling cliffs of Tojinbo. It also preserves historical treasures like Maruoka Castle, one of the oldest surviving keeps in Japan. In the Mikuni Port area, charming streets from the Kitamaebune trading era remain, now housing chic cafes and galleries. From cherry blossoms enveloping the castle in spring to the world-class Echizen Crab in winter, Sakai embodies both the ruggedness and gentle beauty of Japan's seasonal landscapes.

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A Journey Through Mikuni, Fukui: Scenic Cliffs, Wagyu & Snow Crab

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Sakai City

Address: 7-6-5 Naga-hatake, Sakai-cho, Sakai-shi, Fukui
Website: https://kanko-sakai.com/
Operator: DMO Sakai Tourism Bureau

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Maruoka Castle
Mikuni Port Essel Embankment
Tojinbo Cliffs

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Maruoka Castle

Boasting one of Japan's oldest surviving castle keeps, this historic fortress is a symbol of samurai heritage. Small but powerful, it offers a glimpse into medieval defense architecture. In spring, hundreds of cherry trees surround the castle, creating a "Castle in the Mist" of blossoms.

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Mikuni Port Essel Embankment

A historic stone breakwater built under the guidance of Dutch engineer de Rijke in the Meiji era. This Important Cultural Property is Japan's oldest modern breakwater. It offers a photogenic sunset view where the silhouette of the stone structure meets the Sea of Japan.

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Tojinbo Cliffs

One of only three sites in the world featuring massive pyroxene andesite columns. The 1km cliff offers thrilling views of the Sea of Japan's rough waves. You can walk to the very edge of the rocks or enjoy the overwhelming scale from a sightseeing boat.

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