was a town located in Sakai District, Fukui Prefecture, Japan.
As of 2003, the town had an estimated population of 32,575 and a density of 303.42 persons per km<sup>2</sup>. The total area was 107.36 km<sup>2</sup>.
On March 20, 2006, Maruoka, along with the towns of Sakai (former), Harue and Mikuni (all from Sakai District), were merged to create the city of Sakai.
Sightseeing features
thumb|Maruoka Castle Tenshu
Maruoka Castle, built in 1576, is located in Maruoka. Although only the main tower remains, it is the oldest surviving castle in Japan.
References
External links
- Sakai official website