[Lunch/Dinner] 10 delicious meals you absolutely cannot miss in Naruto, Tokushima Prefecture! Souvenirs information also included

What kind of place is Naruto City?

Tokushima Prefecture is adjacent to Kagawa Prefecture and Kochi Prefecture . Tokushima Prefecture is located in the eastern part of Shikoku, and further northeast is Naruto City. It is also close to the Kansai area such as Osaka and Kyoto, so please stop by when you visit the Kansai area.

• Table of Contents
• [Lunch] 5 Must-See Lunch Restaurants in Naruto City
• [Dinner] 5 recommended dinner restaurants in Naruto City
• [Souvenirs] End your trip by shopping for Naruto City's specialty products!
• summary

[Lunch] 5 Must-See Lunch Restaurants in Naruto City

First, we'll pick out some must-try lunch spots in Naruto City. We'll introduce you to lunches that use local ingredients and sumptuous gourmet dishes that you'll want to share with everyone.
Restaurants 1 to 3 that we will introduce for lunch are within walking distance of the station, while restaurants 4 and 5 can be accessed by bus or car.

1. "Ouzu Shokudo"

*Restaurants inside the roadside station Kurukurunarutto

Oouzu Shokudo is located inside the Kurukuru Naruto Roadside Station, which opened in April 2022. It is a new tourist hub packed with the charms of Naruto. In addition to the latest facilities, it also has a market with fresh seafood and local specialties, as well as an observation point where you can enjoy a spectacular view.
It is a 3-minute drive from Naruto IC, or if you are taking a Tokushima bus, get off at the bus stop "Kurukuru Naruto Roadside Station." If you are coming by train, it is an 18-minute walk from the front of the church station.

The most recommended dish at Oouzu Shokudo is the "Oouzu 5-Color Bowl" (1,600 yen including tax). The bowl is topped with five kinds of fresh seafood, and the visual impact will have you taking photos! Try it with soy sauce or a squeeze of sudachi for a refreshing taste, or try it with different flavors.

Please enjoy the fresh seafood from the local Naruto City to your heart's content.

Roadside Station Kurukuru Naruto

772-0042 338-1 Kanida no Koshi, Bizenjima, Otsu-cho, Naruto-shi, Narut...

In order to spread the appeal of Naruto nationwide, the facility will feature local specialties such as Naruto Kintoki sweet potato, Naruto Naruto root, and Naruto sea bream, and will also feature an agricultural produce market, local gourmet food, shops and restaurants where you can enjoy sweets. The facility also features a rooftop zip line and rooftop deck with a panoramic view of Naruto City, and bicycle rentals for sightseeing in the area. It is an experiential food theme park where families can spend an entire day enjoying the Naruto.

2. "Sushi Tatsu"

Sushi Tatsu, located about a three-minute walk from JR Naruto Station, is a sushi restaurant run by two generations of a family. In honor of the Naruto Whirlpools, the restaurant serves gourmet cuisine made with whirlpool ingredients.
"Uzu no Sachi Gourmet" is a menu that allows you to savour the fresh seafood "Uzu no Sachi" (seafood) that is grown in the whirlpools of the Naruto Strait. Dishes made with seasonal seafood bring out the full flavour of the ingredients, and are not only delicious, but also visually pleasing with their colorful presentation.

"Uzu no Sachi Gourmet" is a menu that allows you to savour the firm seafood "Uzu no Sachi", which is raised in the whirlpools of the Naruto Strait. The dishes, which use seasonal ingredients throughout the year, bring out the full flavour of the ingredients, and are not only delicious, but also visually pleasing with their colorful presentation.

One dish we especially recommend is the gorgeous "Uzu no Kou Chirashi Sushi" (2,200 yen including tax). Topped with seven kinds of fresh fish, including Himeji and Amberjack, the colorful chirashi sushi looks almost too good to eat!

Early spring is especially delicious when flounder and amberjack raised in the whirlpools are at their best. Recommended for gourmets who want to enjoy seasonal local fish to their heart's content.

Sushi Tatsu

772-0012 259-2 Maehama, Okuwajima, Fuyacho, Naruto City, Tokushima Pre...

We serve delicious food, mainly using fish raised in the whirlpools. We have a counter, private rooms, and a banquet hall. Popular dishes include seared fatty tuna collar, dancing prawn sushi, and conger eel nigiri.

3. "Takoyaki Narutoya"

Takoyaki Narutoya is located about an eight-minute walk from Fuya Station, the next station to JR Naruto Station. At this restaurant, you can enjoy Naruto City 's new specialty, which won the grand prize at the Tokushima New Brand Festival held in 2023.

The winner of the grand prize was "Awayaki" (750 yen including tax), made with shredded fish caught in the seas off Naruto. The crispy edges and chewy inside of this okonomiyaki-like awa-yaki are addictive and you won't be able to stop eating it once you've tried it. It's also great to mix it with a secret special sauce that brings out the flavor of the ingredients and enjoy it with a beer in the evening.

This is recommended for those looking for a reasonable light lunch or Tokushima's B-class gourmet food. Unusually for a takoyaki stall, there is seating inside the store, so you can enjoy your meal at your own pace.

4. "Kazemachi no oka run"

Kazemachi no Oka Run is located on a hill in Kitanada-cho, Naruto City. There is also terrace seating overlooking the sea, so you can enjoy your meal in front of an amazing view. The specialty of this restaurant is the daily lunch special recommended by the chef. (Daily handmade plate lunch + drink set 1,500 yen including tax Daily handmade plate lunch + drink & dessert 1,800 yen including tax)

You can enjoy hearty lunches such as fried chicken with chili sauce, stewed hamburger steak, and stir-fried pork with green peppers. One of the joys of traveling is coming to the restaurant with excitement, wondering, "What kind of lunch will I have today?"

This log house, which seems to embody the romanticism of adults and children, is also equipped with terrace seating. Enjoy an elegant and unique lunchtime while gazing out at the Seto Naikai.

Wind-Waiting Hill Run

771-0376 312-3 Higashiji, Orino, Kitanada-cho, Naruto City, Tokushima...

A cafe with a spectacular view of the Seto Inland Sea from the top of a small hill. The wooden building was built without using a single nail, giving off a warmth of wood. The calm atmosphere allows you to spend a relaxing time while looking out at the sea. We recommend the weekly lunch plate (drink included) that is full of vegetables. Coffee or tea is provided by pot service. There are also mini dessert sets to choose from. There is a gallery space at the entrance of the store that changes monthly, where you can enjoy various exhibitions! The store is barrier-free, and even the restrooms are wheelchair accessible!

5. Ristorante Fishbone

Take the bus from JR Naruto Station to Naruto Park and get off at the No bus stop. You will see Ristorante Fishbone, where you can enjoy a lunch made with plenty of fresh fish caught in the waters around Naruto.

The recommended menu here is the "Uzu no Yuki Gourmet Special Lunch Course" (8,800 yen including tax).

A course that allows you to savor the bounty of the Setouchi. It starts with an appetizer of Awaji Island octopus, Spanish mackerel, and wild abalone, followed by a refreshing carpaccio of Naruto kuruma prawns and pasta made with seasonal ingredients. The main course is a bouillabaisse of Naruto sea bream and a specially selected beef steak. The meal ends with a rich Mont Blanc with Naruto and Kintoki sweet potatoes, allowing you to enjoy the flavors of Naruto , Tokushima to your heart's content.

This lunch, which makes use of Japanese ingredients, is perfect for celebrating or making a special moment while traveling.

Ristorante Fishbone

772-0053 186-16 Takasago, Tosa-tomariura, Naruto, Naruto City , Tokush...

"You can only taste this here and now" Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine and wine made with the utmost care for locally produced ingredients, including seasonal seafood caught in Naruto, Naruto, a treasure trove of locally produced Italian food, and a variety of fresh vegetables from our own garden.

[Dinner] 5 recommended dinner restaurants in Naruto City

Below we will introduce some restaurants offering a wide variety of gourmet food that is unique to Naruto City. We will also introduce some recommended dishes and information about the restaurants.
Of the restaurants we will introduce for dinner, restaurants 1 through 4 are within walking distance of the station, while the fifth restaurant can be accessed by bus or car.

1. "g'suffa Prost!" (pronounced "g'suffa prost!")

"g'suffa Prost!" is located about a five-minute walk from JR Naruto Station. The restaurant's name means "Cheers for everyone!" in German, and as the name suggests, the restaurant offers alcohol and a dinner menu that can be shared by a large group.

One dish you should definitely order is the "Naruto'Uzu no Saiwai' and homemade bottarga oil spaghetti" (1,280 yen including tax).

The spaghetti is made with fish stock, and one bite will fill your mouth with a rich flavor. It is made with seasonal white fish and seafood, so you can enjoy the flavors of the season no matter what time of year you visit.

In addition to the above, there are plenty of other dishes on the menu that are easy for foreign visitors to eat, such as aquapazza and sausages. Recommended for those who want to enjoy dinner with alcohol.

g'suffa Prost!

667 Minamihama Higashihama, Muyacho, Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture...

We offer three types of German draft beer and German wines imported by our company, as well as a variety of snacks that go well with alcohol.

2. "Sakanabatake"

Sakanabatake is located just a 1-2 minute walk from JR Naruto Station. This izakaya, beloved by locals, serves local seafood and creative Japanese and Western cuisine.

*The photo is for illustration purposes only and does not include wakame miso soup.

Enjoy the combination of mellow egg flavor and fresh seafood. Raw egg on rice, a dish loved by people of all ages in typical Japanese households, is available at this restaurant.

Enjoy the combination of mellow egg flavor and fresh seafood. Raw egg on rice, a dish loved by people of all ages in typical Japanese households, is available at this restaurant.

Fish Farm

772-0012 265-1 Maehama, Okuwajima, Muyacho, Naruto City, Tokushima Pre...

Using fresh seafood from the Naruto and seasonal ingredients, our chefs will lovingly prepare everything from traditional Japanese cuisine to Japanese-Western fusion dishes and hotpots. Enjoy the chef's recommendations using the best ingredients of the day and seasonal specials. We have a variety of spaces available, including counter seating, private rooms, large rooms, and sunken kotatsu seating, so we can accommodate a wide range of guests, from individuals to large banquets. Please enjoy a relaxing and fulfilling time with your family and friends.

3. Tomimasu Japanese Restaurant

Located a five-minute walk from JR Naruto Station is Washoku Tomi, a restaurant that opened in Showa. The restaurant offers a variety of dishes made with local seasonal ingredients.

You can try a variety of Naruto delicacies, such as Naruto udon, Naruto sea bream, and strait yellowtail, but the most recommended dish is the Awa Gozen (3,080 yen including tax).

The Awa meal at Washo Tomizu is a luxurious meal that allows you to enjoy Tokushima's seasonal cuisine and traditions. The dishes, carefully prepared using local ingredients and vegetables, bring out the flavor of the ingredients and have a delicate and elegant taste. With every bite, you can feel the rich culture of Tokushima, and it is a dish that will fill your heart.

Tomizu Japanese Restaurant

772-0002 322 Otsutsumi, Saita, Muyacho, Naruto City, Tokushima Prefect...

Our restaurant offers a variety of dishes that incorporate local produce and a seasonal feel. Popular dishes include soul food Naruto udon noodles, as well as sashimi and nigiri sushi, including Naruto sea bream and yellowtail from the Naruto Strait.

4. Narumimaru: Soba and fish restaurant

This restaurant is a 20-minute walk from JR Naruto Station, or a 10-minute drive from Naruto Kita IC or Naruto IC if you are coming by car.

Awaji Island is adjacent to Naruto City and is often visited by tourists. At Awaji Island , a soba and live fish restaurant in Naruto City , you can enjoy dishes made with Awaji Island's specialty onions and local Naruto ingredients to your heart's content.

The restaurant's most recommended menu item is the Naruto(2,500 yen including tax).

This meal is packed with the bounty of the local sea and land. Locally caught Naruto sea bream sashimi, crispy tempura made with seasonal ingredients, and flavorful boiled sea bream are topped off with homemade soba noodles and fluffy, creamy chawanmushi. Each dish has a local flavor, creating a special moment where you can savor the region's rich food culture.

In addition, the restaurant is located on the same premises as the hot spring facility "Aratae no Yu," so we recommend taking a bath in the hot spring before or after your meal. Why not relax and unwind from your travels while enjoying a delicious meal?

Soba and live fish restaurant Narumimaru

772-0011 8-2 Kitanohama, Okuwajima, Muyacho, Naruto City, Tokushima Pr...

A wide variety of dishes are available, with a focus on fresh seafood. Nigiri, sashimi, tempura, simmered dishes, hotpots, etc. We welcome you with a course that will satisfy both your mouth and your stomach. Naruto locally farmed brand "Onarumi Sea Bream" and also locally-produced kuruma shrimp are among the products on offer. We purchase carefully selected fresh fish, and our chefs use their skills and knowledge to serve it in the best possible condition. It also comes with wakame seaweed, a specialty of Naruto, so you can enjoy the taste of Naruto's ocean in every detail.

5. Four Seasons French Cuisine

*Restaurants located within Hotel AoAo Naruto Resort

Just after exiting Naruto IC, you will find the French restaurant Four Seasons. As the name suggests, you can enjoy luxurious course meals made with local seasonal vegetables and fish. The restaurant is located inside the Ao Ao Naruto Resort Hotel.

*This photo is for illustrative purposes only.

The dinner course "Les Richesses de la Mer" is a nine-course plan (9,500 yen including tax) that includes dessert. The ingredients, main dish, and dessert change depending on the season, but the course is designed to be a feast for the senses of sight and smell no matter the season.
*Menus change depending on the season. The photo is for illustrative purposes only.

In addition, the restaurant is located on the 8th floor of the Aoao Naruto Resort Hotel, so you can also stay overnight. Of course, you can also just come for dinner, so it's a good idea to use it according to your travel plans.

French Cuisine Four Seasons (Aoao Naruto Resort)

772-0053 Tokushima Prefecture Naruto City Naruto Oge 16-45

At the main dining area on the top floor, "French Cuisine Four Seasons," you can enjoy an exquisite dish that combines ingredients that Awa Province is proud of with the chef's magical sauces. Fresh seafood, colorful Awa vegetables, and carefully selected local ingredients are transformed into sophisticated French cuisine by the chef's outstanding technique and sensibility. In addition, wines carefully selected by the sommelier further enhance the deliciousness of the dishes, creating a luxurious moment. Enjoy a blissful dinner time with a magnificent view in the elegant main dining area.

[Souvenirs] End your trip by shopping for Naruto City's specialty products!

Once you've enjoyed your trip to the fullest, it's time to buy souvenirs! Take your time choosing souvenirs for yourself, your family, and your friends to show your appreciation for all your hard work and bring your trip to Naruto City to a close.

[Souvenir shops: Naruto Station area]

We recommend the Naruto Products Center near Naruto Station. At the Naruto Products Center, you can find a wide variety of local products, including products made with Naruto City proud local specialties, such as Naruto Kintoki, wakame seaweed, and lotus root, as well as snacks and local sake made with the refreshing sudachi citrus.

They also have mugs and teacups made from Otani ware, a designated national traditional craft, which make perfect souvenirs. Their original gelato, made with luxurious local ingredients, is also very popular. Tourist information is also available in the building, so be sure to stop by during your sightseeing trip.

Naruto Products Center

772-0003 165-10 Higashihama, Minamihama, Fuyacho, Naruto City, Tokushi...

They stock a wide variety of products, including items made with Naruto City's specialties "Naruto Kintoki," "Wakame," and "Lotus Root," as well as sweets and local sake made with "Sudachi." They also stock mugs and teacups made from "Otani ware," a nationally recognized traditional craft, which are recommended as gifts. They also sell their popular original gelato made with local ingredients. The Naruto Products Center is operated by the Naruto City Uzushio Tourism Association, and tourist information about Naruto is also available within the building, so please feel free to visit.

[Souvenir Shop: Naruto Park Area]

In the Naruto Park area, where you can see the Naruto Whirlpools, the Naruto Bridge Memorial Museum Eddy, and the Otsuka Museum of Art, we highly recommend "Ogata Shoten." It's a shop you can drop in to after sightseeing in Naruto Park.

In addition, the area around the store is lined with souvenir shops with a Showa-era feel, so you'll be excited just walking around. Combined with the nostalgic atmosphere, you may end up buying a lot of souvenirs before you know it.

*The photo is of a souvenir shop at Senjojiki Observatory.

summary

Naruto City is a representative tourist destination in Tokushima Prefecture, blessed with the Naruto Whirlpools, the Naruto, and an abundance of seafood. If you visit, you will be sure to be refreshed by the grandeur of nature and impressed by the abundance of food.

Whether you want to take your time with your meal or just eat a quick meal and focus on sightseeing, this article will help you use your time productively while traveling without any problems.

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