Fukui City is the capital of Fukui Prefecture, located on the site of the former Fukui Castle tower. Fukui City's climate is characteristic of the Sea of Japan climate, resulting in high rainfall throughout the year. The city boasts a thriving textile industry, and traditional industries include ginkgo woodwork and Echizen Japanese candles. The city also boasts numerous fishing ports, making it a thriving fishing industry. Famous sights within the city include the Asuwa River embankment and Sano Onsen. The cherry blossom-lined banks of the Asuwa River are so famous they are listed as one of Japan's 100 best cherry blossom viewing spots. City events include the Fukui Phoenix Festival Icchorai and the Fukui Spring Festival.