Fukui

5. Fukui is known as the [BLANK] capital of Japan. Roughly 80% of [BLANK] remains in Japan have been found in Fukui. This is Kitadani Formation, where most of these remains are found, is next to a river and flooding created optimal conditions for preservation.
7. This famous franchise is having a limited time exhibition in Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum. One can compare fictitious fossils from this franchise with real life fossils in the museum!
8. This temple is an active Buddhist monastery, and is known as the "Temple of Eternal Peace". Approximately 200 monks train and practice Zen Buddhism in these grounds.

1. Fukui is famous for this crab. It is considered the purest of quality and has historically been served to Japanese emperors. Only males are consumed for their sweeter meat. They even have a dedicated museum in Fukui!
2. 90% of Japan's [BLANK] are manufactured in Fukui. In fact, Neo, from Matrix Reloaded, wore an iconic piece that was made in Fukui.
3. This castle, situated in Fukuo, is the oldest standing castle in Japan.
4. This river runs through Fukui City. It has over 600 sakura trees line the river, which is the highest concentration in Japan.
6. After World War II and a devastating earthquake in 1948, Fukui has been nicknamed [BLANK] City for its ability to rebuild from ashes and destruction. HINT: This is a mythical animal.