Quiet Port Town
Obama, a tranquil coastal city in Fukui Prefecture, offers a blend of historical charm and natural beauty. The Obama-Nishigumi Historical District, particularly Sancho-machi, showcases well-preserved Edo-period architecture reminiscent of Kyoto's Gion district. The city's coastline features a serene bay and rugged rocky shores, reflecting its rich maritime heritage. Notable temples include Hagaji, founded in 716, housing a 10th-century wooden statue of Jūichimen Kannon, and Myōtsū-ji, established in 806, renowned for its Kamakura-period main hall and three-story pagoda, both designated National Treasures
