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Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture is a city with a population of about 20,000 located in the northeastern part of Fukui Prefecture.
It is one of the One of the best in Japan heavy snowfall areas and is designated as a Special heavy snowfall area.
With the extension of the Hokuriku Shinkansen to Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture in 2024, access from Central Tokyo has become more convenient.
In this First Post of COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, I will briefly introduce Recommendations for Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture.

Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture is a city of dinosaurs
Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture is also known as the excavation site of dinosaur fossils in One of the best in Japan.
In the 1980s, when it was said that dinosaur fossils were not excavated in Japan, crocodile fossils were found in Katsuyama City, and full-scale excavation of dinosaur fossils began in 1989.
In the 1990s, dinosaur fossils such as iguanodon were collected, and in 1995, the skeleton of the whole body was reconstructed for the first time in Japan.
In 2000, the world's three largest dinosaur Museum "Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum" opened, and the name of Katsuyama City became known around the world.
In the 2010s, new species of dinosaurs were announced one after another, and in 2017, five types of dinosaur fossils, including Fukui Raptor and Fukuisaurus, and their excavation sites were designated as "National Natural Monuments".

◇Introduction of Sightseeing spots in Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture
・Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum
The vast exhibition facilities consists of three zones: "The World of Dinosaurs," "Earth Science," and "History of Life," and you can fully enjoy the world of dinosaurs with 50 dinosaur skeletons, hundreds of 1,000 specimens, large-scale Restored Diorama, and Video.

・Open Air Dinosaur Museums
It is a facilities where you can Visiting the site the actual excavation site that opened in 2014 in Katsuyama City Chatan town the largest dinosaur fossil excavation site in Japan.
At the Fossil Excavation Experience Plaza, you can experience excavation by hitting stones brought from the excavation site, and learn about the Scenes of dinosaur fossil excavation while listening to expert explanations.

・Daishizan Seidaji Temple (Echizen Daibutsu)
Opened in 1987, the Echizen Daibutsu of Daishizan Seidaji Temple is 17 meters tall and exceeds the size of the Nara Great Buddha.
There are 1,281 stone and gold Buddhas enshrinement on the walls of the Mikata of the Great Buddha.

・Heisan Jihakusan Shrine
Elevation known as the center of the Hakusan faith, which is open to the Mt. of 2,702 Meter.
It is said to have been founded nearly 1,300 years ago. Famous for the moss that spreads all over the area in front of the worship hall.

・Ski Jam Katsuyama
It is one of the largest snow resorts in western Japan, with vast slopes and abundant snow quality, and there are courses that can be enjoyed by beginners and advanced skiers.
Activities such as trekking, mountain biking, park golf, paragliding and Segway are available in summer.
Spot where you can enjoy nature in all four seasons.

・Katsuyama Castle Museum
It is a history museum set up in the castle tower with a height of 57.8 meters.
From the observation deck on the top floor, you can overlook the nature of Katsuyama City.

・Roadside Station Dinosaur Valleys Katsuyama
Roadside Station Dinosaur Valleys Katsuyama is a facility that serves as a tourist base in Katsuyama City.
A large number of Fresh Local Agricultural Products and Specialty Products are available, and many tourists Visit every day.
Spot is a great stop along the way.

◇Introduction of festivals and events in Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture
・Katsuyama Sagicho Festival
The Katsuyama Sagicho Festival is a traditional Festival that has been held in Katsuyama City for more than 300 years, Held in every February.
The highlights are the "Floating drums" on the Turrets in each town and the Finale "Dondoyaki".
It is said that the Scene of "Floating drums", in which three One set playfully slap the Drum, is strange festival.

◇Introducing Tourist Information of Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture
Katsuyama City, which is known around the world as a dinosaur town, is a valuable area where you can feel close to dinosaurs, such as dinosaur excavation experiences.
In Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture, not only children who like dinosaurs, but also Adults can enjoy it.
Please visit Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture and experience its charm.
In COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will introduce recommended Tourist Information in Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture, so thank you!