1-21-17 Chuo, Fukui City, Fukui Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
Shibata Shrine, located just a 2-minute walk from JR Fukui Station, is dedicated to Shibata Katsuie, a prominent warlord of the Sengoku period. Situated on the former site of Katsuie's Komatsu Castle, the shrine features statues of Shibata Katsuie, his wife Oichi, and their three daughters. Visitors can explore the adjacent Komatsu Castle Park, where excavations have revealed parts of the original stone walls. The shrine is a popular spot for those interested in history and offers a peaceful atmosphere in the heart of Fukui City.