A classic itinerary to enjoy Naruto whirlpool viewing, Awa Odori dance, and pilgrimage experience
This time, we will introduce a must-have Naruto itinerary for those coming to Shikoku from the Kansai region. Enjoy the unique charms of Naruto , including seeing the whirlpools, Awa Odori dance, and a short pilgrimage experience!
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This is the official tourism site for Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture. We provide information to help you enjoy Naruto, from popular tourist spots to more niche information! 🌊This is what Naruto City is like🍠 The eastern gateway to Shikoku. It is connected to the Kansai region🚙 by the Onaruto Bridge and the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. Enjoy nature with the sea🌊 and mountains🏔! There are plenty of tourist spots, including the Naruto whirlpools, one of the world's three largest tidal currents, the Awa Odori dance, and the pilgrimage route!
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Required time
Day 1: 10 hours Day 2: 2 hours
Transportation
Car
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On foot
Day 1
1
Naruto Whirlpools
2
Naruto Park / Onaruto Bridge Promenade Uzu no Michi
3
Whirlpool Sightseeing Boat
4
Naruto Sightseeing Boat (Whirlpool Sightseeing Boat)
30 minutes by car
5
Roadside Station Kurukuru Naruto
20 minutes by car
6
Footbath in front of the station "Furoide"
Every year from August 9th to 11th, the Naruto City Awa Odori Festival takes place! The town of Naruto is engulfed in a frenzy of excitement, with the area around JR Naruto Station as the stage. Before the dance, relax in a foot bath. For more details about the event, please see the official Naruto Awa Odori website.
Naruto City Awa Dance Official Website
30 minutes by car
7
Cuisine and Inn Otoriien
Day 2
3 mins
8
The first temple of the 88 Sacred Temples of Shikoku, Ryozenji Temple
30-minute walk
9
Gokurakuji Temple, the second temple of the 88 Sacred Places of Shikoku
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This is the official tourism site for Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture. We provide information to help you enjoy Naruto, from popular tourist spots to more niche information! 🌊This is what Naruto City is like🍠 The eastern gateway to Shikoku. It is connected to the Kansai region🚙 by the Onaruto Bridge and the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. Enjoy nature with the sea🌊 and mountains🏔! There are plenty of tourist spots, including the Naruto whirlpools, one of the world's three largest tidal currents, the Awa Odori dance, and the pilgrimage route!
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