Fukui

Fukui Castle Ruins

The Remains of a Castle, with the Well That Gave Fukui Its Name

The ruins of Fukui Castle are located a few hundred meters from Fukui Station, now surrounding the Fukui Prefectural Office building. Fuku-no-I, an old well said to be the origin of the name “Fukui,” can be found in the northwest corner of the castle grounds.

The castle’s stone walls and water-filled moat date back to the original structure, and other parts of the castle have been restored. In 2008, the Orokabashi Bridge was rebuilt with its original wooden design, crossing the castle’s moat. The castle ruins are a popular spot for enjoying the cherry blossoms in late March and April, as they reach over the walls and reflect in the moat water.