Mt. Asuwa

“Cherry blossoms, a zoo, and Fukui's skyline — all at 116 meters.”

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Standing at only 116 meters, Mt. Asuwa of Fukui Prefecture is small in stature, but still a lovely place to visit. The mountain has a number of short hiking trails and walking courses, and the summit offers a beautiful view of Fukui City. It’s an especially popular spot to visit during spring to view the cherry blossoms and early summer for hydrangeas, and the city nightscape is stunning all year round. The mountain also sports a small zoo, history museum, and shrine as well as restaurants and tea houses.

Spot NameMt. Asuwa
Postal Code〒918-8009
Address58-97 Yamaoku-cho, Fukui City, Fukui
Telephone Number0776-34-1680
Official URLhttp://asuwayama.fukuicity-navi.com/
KeywordsBeautiful Scenery, History, Outdoor Activities

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Frequently asked questions

What is Mt. Asuwa?
Cherry blossoms, a zoo, and Fukui's skyline — all at 116 meters.
Where is Mt. Asuwa?
Mt. Asuwa is located at 58-97 Yamaoku-cho, Fukui City, Fukui.
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