2025 Naruto Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in April)

Here is a travel guide for Tokushima, Japan: Transportation You can travel from Osaka Kansai to Tokushima. The specific route is: buy a Nankai Electric Railway + ferry package (JPY 2,500/person) from Kansai Airport, transfer to two or three electric trains to Wakayama Port Station, then walk to Wakayama Port to take a ferry (8 ferries per day, about 2 hours and 30 minutes), and finally arrive at Tokushima Port. Recommended attractions 1. Naruto Whirlpools: The most famous tourist attraction in Tokushima, formed by the collision of the Seto Inland Sea and the powerful Kii Channel in the Naruto Strait, with a maximum diameter of 20 meters. It is recommended to overlook from 45 meters above the sea or take a tide-watching yacht. The best viewing seasons are spring and autumn. 2. Iya Kazurabashi: The most unique attraction on the Iya Valley, one of the three great hidden places in Japan, the ancient suspension bridge is woven with vines in the mountains and spans the steep valley. The bridge crossing fee is JPY 550/person, open all day. 3. Mount Bizan: Very close to Tokushima City, you can take a small cable car to the mountain for sightseeing. Bizan Tenjin Shrine is suitable for praying for marriage, Awa Odori Kaikan is a place to watch and learn Awa Odori, and Bizan Park is suitable for sightseeing. There is also a flower square where couples can hang locks and make wishes. Recommended food 1. Toudai Ramen: Tokushima-style ramen, with thick and salty soup, served with raw eggs and rice, with a unique taste. 2. Ikko Awaodori Chicken: A Tokushima specialty, reservations may be required during holidays. 3. Iya Soba, Salt-grilled Sweetfish: Local specialties in Iya, as well as salt-grilled ayu, not to be missed. Recommended accommodation Petit Hotel: Japanese-style tatami room, with kitchen and bathtub, only 15 minutes walk to JR station and city center. Or choose to stay at XIV Naruto Resort (suitable for self-driving tourists) and Shin-Iya Onsen Hotel Kazurabashi (new facilities, with outdoor/indoor hot springs). With the above guide, you can fully experience the beautiful scenery, unique culture, and authentic food of Tokushima! Have a nice trip!

[Tokushima] Enjoy the best time at a castle-like hotel Hotel name: Grand XIV Naruto A castle-like hotel with a calm atmosphere surrounded by nature! Spacious rooms and spacious bathrooms (^^) You can spend a relaxing time with a relaxed mind (^^) There is also a large public bath, so you can relieve the fatigue of the day here! The food is also delicious. Start your day off right with a great breakfast (^^) The grounds are very large, but you can easily access the large public bath by limousine bus (^^) #AccommodationTravelRecord #100TravelStyles

Shikoku is known for its beautiful scenery, and many people think it's difficult to explore without driving. However, with proper planning and the use of JR trains and buses, you can easily tour Shikoku. For first-time visitors, this 5-day 4-night itinerary covering Kagawa and Tokushima is a great reference. Day 1: Takamatsu Airport ✈️ → Takamatsu Shopping Street → Takamatsu JR Station → Tokushima JR Station → Nearby Hotel Day 2: Take a bus from outside Tokushima JR Station to Naruto Whirlpools → Uzu no Michi → Naruto Park → Take JR to Oboke Station, then hotel shuttle to Onsen Hotel ♨️ Day 3: Oboke Gorge Sightseeing Boat 🚤 → Iya Vine Bridge → Return to hotel to pick up luggage, then take JR to Kotohira Station → Kotohira-gu Shrine → Hotel near Takamatsu Station Day 4: Takamatsu Port → Day trip to Shodoshima → Takamatsu Hotel 🏨 Day 5: Take the Kotoden Kotohira Line to Ritsurin Koen Station → Ritsurin Garden → Return to hotel to pick up luggage → Takamatsu Airport ✈️ 【Must-Visit Attractions】 1. Naruto Whirlpools: Taking a sightseeing boat is one of the best ways to view the whirlpools 🤩. You can not only see the whirlpools up close but also feel the turbulent and rotating water when the boat gets close to the whirlpool area, which is both thrilling and breathtaking 🤪. 2. Iya Vine Bridge: The vine bridge spans a steep gorge with rushing river water below. Although it has been reinforced and is very safe, it still wobbles when you walk on it 🫨. 3. Ritsurin Garden: The entire park is composed of a series of lakes, small bridges, and pavilions, perfectly blending the essence of Edo-period garden design. Walking through it feels like being in a graceful and charming landscape painting 😍. 【Must-Try Foods】 1. Sanuki Udon in Kagawa is one of Japan's top three udon varieties, and there are many famous small shops around 🍜. 2. Kagawa's Bone-in Chicken is also a must-try 😋. It's grilled chicken leg seasoned with salt and pepper, crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. 3. Naruto Kintoki sweet potatoes are a specialty of Tokushima, with golden-yellow flesh that is very delicious 🍠. 【Accommodation Recommendations】 ⭐️ Recommended Area: If staying in Takamatsu, it's recommended to stay near Takamatsu JR Station for convenient transportation and proximity to Takamatsu Port. 🏨 Hotel Name: JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu 📍 Hotel Address: 1-1 Hamano Cho, Takamatsu, Takamatsu, Japan, 760-0011 【Photo Spots】 1. The viewpoint under the Naruto Bridge offers a closer view and great photo opportunities of the spectacular Naruto Bridge 🌁. 【Tips】 ⭐️ If you want to see the full-sized Naruto Whirlpools, be sure to check the official website for information. The whirlpools are affected by tides and seasons, and the website has detailed viewing guides and schedules. Checking this before booking your sightseeing boat tickets will increase your chances of seeing the full whirlpools.

[Otsuka Museum of Art] All are fakes! Even though they are fakes, they are still impressive✨ The dimensions of the paintings are the same as the real ones, which is hard to tell from books⭐️ Not only large paintings such as Picasso's Guernica, but also small paintings are impressive. The total distance is 4km! Famous works that are even in textbooks appear one after another, so we recommend that you visit with plenty of time☺️ This is a wonderful museum that vividly brings back memories of visiting art museums around the world on your travels✨ 📍Location: 65-1 Fukuike, Tosa-tomari-ura, Naruto-cho, Naruto-shi, Tokushima Prefecture 🕰️Opening hours: 9:30am - 5pm Closed on Mondays 💰Price per person: 3,300 yen There is a free shuttle bus from the parking lot. It's convenient because there are many outlets and USB charging spots💓 Audio guide available. 500 yen. #Otsuka Museum of Art #Tokushima #Tokushima Trip #Museum of Art 2024

The Otsuka International Museum of Art, located in Tokushima Prefecture, has the largest permanent exhibition space in Japan and is the world’s first museum to reproduce famous paintings using clay panel art! The museum features collections from more than 190 galleries in 26 countries, from ancient murals to modern drawings, giving you a deeper understanding of Western art! And the most attractive Leonardo da Vinci masterpiece 〈Mona Lisa〉 and Monk's 〈The Scream〉 can be enjoyed and photographed here📸! Viewing route about 4 kilometers (a total of six floors) less D leg bone strength or patience, should not be able to finish one by one 😅😅 Recommended reservation time: 3 ~ 4 hours Address: 65−1 Fukuchi, Tosa Parkura, Naruto-cho, Naru-shi, Tokushima Prefecture Opening hours: 9:30 ~ 17:00 (Closed on Mondays) (Closed in July and August) Tickets: ¥3300 for adults, ¥2200 for college students ¥550 for high school students #Indoor Good Places #100 Ways to Travel

🇯🇵Experience the world's largest natural whirlpool🌀 I don't know if you have heard of Wumen Whirlpool 🌊 The Umamoto Whirlpool is located in the Umamoto Strait between Umamoto City and Awaji Island. It is the largest whirlpool in the world. It is particularly huge during high tides in spring and autumn, with a diameter of up to 20 meters! The formation of whirlpools is mainly caused by the drop in the seabed and the speed of the water flow🌀 If you want to see the whirlpool up close, you should take a tide-watching boat! 🛥️ There are two types of tide-watching boats: ⛴️Large tide-watching boat Wumen 📝Features: safe and comfortable tide watching, large capacity, no reservation required 💰1,800yen 🛥️Small boat Aqua Eddy 📝 In addition to watching from the deck, you can also watch/feel the whirlpool up close from the underwater observatory 1 meter below the water surface 🖊️The maximum number of passengers is 40, please book online in advance 💰2,400yen This time I also booked a small boat, Aqua Eddy. When we arrive at the whirlpool, the boat will turn off the engine, allowing you to experience the feeling of being in the whirlpool firsthand! The boat is really rocking, but it won't make you seasick🫨 Afterwards, you can go up to the deck to see the whirlpools up close 🌀 It’s a good experience to see the formation of different whirlpools with your own eyes! Interested friends should remember to pay attention to the high tide time and seize the best time to watch the tide! ☀️🌕 🛥️ Whirlpool Tide Watching Boat 📍264-1 Omo, Tosadomarura, Naruto-cho, Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture, Japan #GlobalTravel

A resort hotel quietly nestled between the sea and mountains. I stayed in a maisonette-type room The room was spacious, and there was a jacuzzi on the upper floor where I could relax. The dinner and breakfast made with ingredients from Naruto were also delicious. 😋 It seems to have been renovated in February 2024, so I would like to visit again! Resort Hotel Moana Coast 📍Location: 186-16 Takasago, Tosadomariura, Naruto-cho, Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture 💰Price per person: ¥39,600~

Otsuka Museum of Art Atmosphere/Facilities: Large museum restaurant Recommended points: You can see famous paintings from all over the world 💛 It's a great way to learn about eras and history, and it's spacious and full of things to see! I was thrilled to see my favorite Yonezu's CD jacket, Lemon 🥹💓If you want to see it all, I recommend going in the morning 🙏🏻I went by bus, but it was full at closing time and it was difficult to get on 💦 Average price: Budget per person: About 3,000 yen and up Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #tourist attractions #travel #Tokushima #Otsuka Museum of Art #museum #Yonezu Kenshi

The first place I visited on my trip to Shikoku was the roadside station Kurukuru Naruto! I had a tuna-filled seafood bowl for lunch, and it was so delicious that my jaw dropped! They also prepared soup stock for the final dish of ochazuke, so if you leave a little bit of the seafood bowl and make ochazuke, it's super delicious, so please try it! 🐟 They also had a large seafood bowl for groups of 5 or 6 people‼️It looks great and the cost performance is great, so please try it😳 I also had soft serve ice cream! I recommend it because it was so cute with the taiyaki-shaped monaka 🥰 Sweet potatoes are famous, so there was also a sweet potato ice cream that looked like Mont Blanc 🩵 Also, since it's a roadside station, there are many souvenirs including sweet potato snacks, so you're sure to enjoy it 🫶 📍Roadside Station Kurukuru Naruto 338-1 Kanidanokoshi, Bizenjima, Otsu-cho, Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture, 772-0042 #japan #kagawa #gourmet #gourmet #westjapan #summertrip #gourmettrip #777 #trip2023

It's like a resort overseas! The sea is right in front of the window, and the ocean view is spectacular. A cafe with a European interior, the menu and the appearance are wonderful and delicious. It's a cafe that is open all day. Drinks 10:00-22:00 Sweets 10:00-21:30 Food Lunch 11:00-15:00 Dinner 17:00-21:00 Snacks 21:00-22:00 Recommended for dates, solo trips, and girls' trips. It's inside the hotel, but you can just use the cafe. AoAo Naruto Resort is a very popular resort hotel in Tokushima, and you can enjoy activities just at the hotel, so it's also recommended for families. 📍Terrace Cafe Oge 16-45 Oge, Tosadomariura, Naruto-cho, Naruto-shi, Tokushima Prefecture #Domestic travel #Tokushima sightseeing #Tokushima cafe #Spectacular view cafe

If you are driving thru the Kobe/ Awaji/ Shikoku area, I would highly recommend making a visit to the Uzunomichi Observatory and Walkway. The observatory is part of the Naruto Bridge connecting the Awaji Island and Tokushima Prefecture in Shikoku. The whirlpool current changes by the hour each day and is the strongest during full moon and new moon. You can go on to the website for the Uzunomichi and it will show the best day and hour for viewing. If you drive, it is best to park at the observatory parking lot which costs ¥500 per day. You can then follow the sign and walk 10 minutes to the bridge observatory entrance to buy tickets . The fee for adult is ¥510, while primary / high school students costs 260/410 yen respectively. We visited on a day of “medium “ tide , but at the best hour, and we thought it was quite amazing already. I was told that the strongest whirlpool is during spring and fall, so best to plan your trip accordingly. This is a must see while traveling in the Kansai region of Japan! Open daily 9-5pm #japan #Uzunomichiobservatory #Bestinjapan #Tokushima ##Awajiisland

The "Naruto Whirlpool" is a whirlpool landscape that appears on the Naruto Strait in Japan. This is the place with the fastest currents in Japan. When the fast current comes into contact with the slower-flowing seawater around it, a whirlpool is easily formed. When the whirlpool is at its largest, its diameter can exceed 20 meters. It is also one of the three largest whirlpools in the world! You can take a sightseeing boat to watch it up close from the sea, or you can look down directly from about 45 meters above it on the "Whirlpool Road". We chose the latter, which seems to give us a clearer view! The best time to view the tides is in spring and autumn, but the time for viewing the tides is different every day. The best viewing period is about 1.5 hours before and after the high and low tides twice a day, when you can see relatively large whirlpools! Although we did not arrive at the best time for viewing, we could not see any big whirlpools, only waves of small whirlpools. After admiring them for a while, we found that the whirlpools were of different sizes and formed very quickly, and then disappeared very quickly. They were particularly obvious when a boat passed by. It was really magical! You can see the entire "Naruto Whirlpool" on Uzu-no-Michi, and you can feel the shock of the "Naruto Whirlpool" on the sightseeing boat. If you have time, I would like to take a boat to experience it! #Japan #Shikoku #Wumon #Wumon Whirlpool #Whirlpool Road #Big Wumon Bridge #Whirlpool Road #japan #japantravel #Japan Travel #Japanese Attractions

When you come to Naruto, of course you have to go and see Naruto Whirlpool. One of the ways to see the Naruto Whirlpool is to see it at the "Vortex Road", a lookout promenade located in the bridge of the Great Naruto Bridge. This time it's a self-drive tour🚘, come to Naruto Park parking lot, give 500 yen parking fee, park the car and walk to Uzumaki Road. It's not far from the car park to the entrance to Vortex Road, but you have to go up, down the stairs and take the general small ramp. Purchase a 510 yen ticket and you can enter. There is a lookout promenade in the bridge of the Great Naruto Bridge "The Way of the Vortex" that allows you to overlook the whirlpool at your feet through a glass window from a height of 45 meters on the sea, and you can also observe the whirlpool in person. To see the majestic Naruto vortex, pay attention to the best time of the day. #Japan Attractions

#Japan Attractions #OverseasTravel #Japan Travel The 1st ☝🏻 temple site of the Shikoku🇯🇵 88 temple sanctuary tour - Lingshan Temple 🏔 is also located in Kadeshima Prefecture, it belongs to the Koyasan Shingon sect. It is said that Lingshan Temple was founded by the Japanese monk Xingji Bodhisattva. Later, Kobo Daishi came to pray for farmers suffering from natural disasters and epidemics🎐. Once inside, next to the mountain gate of Lingshan Temple, there are two great statues on the left and right 🗽, very majestic! And outside the main hall is also very special built a Japanese garden pool view 🌳, inside you will also see colorful brocade lithium 🐡 in the pool, full of vitality! As the first temple, you can also buy the supplies you need for the Shikoku🇯🇵 temple sanctuary tour, such as the essential canes for hiking walks and the white robes and straw hats of the morning house costumes, 👒, very suitable for those who want to experience it as a supplementary station! Lishan Temple 📍Naruto City Cannabicho Banto Togashizukano 126

Address: Higashiyamada-55-2 Oasachohinoki, Naruto, Tokushima 779-0225, Japan. Getting there: The German House is a ten minute walk from Naruto Nishi bus stop along the Takamatsu Expressway. Highlights: The German House was built as a gesture of goodwill and houses an excellent museum on the lives of the Bando Camp prisoners. It is built on the site of a relocation camp where German prisoners of WWI lived for three years. A variety of models and photographs are on display with descriptions in Japanese, German and English. It was really an interesting experience to learn about the history. Opening hours: 9.30am to 5pm daily Admission fee: 400yen #bucketlistreboot #traveljapan #culturewalk

I went to the Otsuka Museum of Art in Naruto, Tokushima Prefecture! The Otsuka Museum of Art is where Kenshi Yonezu performed at the end of the year Red and White Song Battle. All of the paintings on display are replicas, but there are over 1,000 famous paintings on display across the three floors of the building. It's a spectacular and photogenic place, so if you're in Tokushima, it's a place you should definitely visit! #museum

My daughters are at the piano and I love it so much that I bought a ceramic plate as a souvenir. Everything in the museum here is a replica, but it's made of ceramic plates and is really realistic! Otsuka Museum of Art in Naruto, Tokushima Prefecture. Tokushima Prefecture is the birthplace of Otsuka Pharmaceutical, famous for Pocari Sweat, and the museum bears their name. There's also a Benesse museum in Kagawa, so Shikoku is amazing, isn't it? #museum

My favorite Impressionist art starts on the B1 floor! I was amazed by the seven exhibits of Van Gogh's Sunflowers. Otsuka Museum of Art in Naruto, Tokushima Prefecture. Tokushima Prefecture is the birthplace of Otsuka Pharmaceutical, famous for Pocari Sweat, and the museum bears their name. There's also a Benesse museum in Kagawa, so Shikoku is amazing, isn't it? #museum

The grand finale was Picasso's Guernica! The sheer size of this piece was truly overwhelming. It made me feel like I was traveling abroad. The Otsuka Museum of Art is in Naruto, Tokushima Prefecture. Tokushima Prefecture is the birthplace of Otsuka Pharmaceutical, famous for Pocari Sweat, and the museum bears their name. There's also a Benesse museum in Kagawa, so Shikoku is amazing, isn't it? #museum

One of my favorite Monet's works!! It's a shame there's no ceramic panel😂 A masterpiece by Monet that was strongly influenced by Japanese culture. Otsuka Museum of Art in Naruto, Tokushima Prefecture. Tokushima Prefecture is the birthplace of Otsuka Pharmaceutical, famous for Pocari Sweat, and the museum bears their name. There's also a Benesse museum in Kagawa, so Shikoku is amazing, isn't it? #museum

We took a break at Cafe Giverny. It's a great name for Monet fans, isn't it? The coffee was delicious. Otsuka Museum of Art in Naruto, Tokushima Prefecture. Tokushima Prefecture is the birthplace of Otsuka Pharmaceutical, famous for Pocari Sweat, and the museum bears their name. There's also a Benesse museum in Kagawa, so Shikoku is amazing, isn't it? #museum

There's a lot of Renaissance art on the B2 floor. Rembrandt's Night Watch is impressive!! Otsuka Museum of Art in Naruto, Tokushima Prefecture. Tokushima Prefecture is the birthplace of Otsuka Pharmaceutical, famous for Pocari Sweat, and the museum bears their name. There's also a Benesse museum in Kagawa, so Shikoku is amazing. #museum

Renaissance art on the B2 floor The Last Supper is on display before and after the revision! Otsuka Museum of Art in Naruto, Tokushima Prefecture. Tokushima Prefecture is the birthplace of Otsuka Pharmaceutical, famous for Pocari Sweat, and the museum bears their name. There's also a Benesse museum in Kagawa, so Shikoku is amazing, isn't it? #museum

The B2F area. There was a lot of ancient art from before Christ. Otsuka Museum of Art in Naruto, Tokushima Prefecture. Tokushima Prefecture is the birthplace of Otsuka Pharmaceutical, famous for Pocari Sweat, and the museum bears their name. There's also a Benesse museum in Kagawa, so Shikoku is amazing, isn't it? #museum

[Feel the Power of Nature | Naruto Vortex] #I miss Naruto Vortex, where I felt the power of nature. Naruto is located in Tokushima Prefecture, Japan, and is most famous for its Naruto Whirlpool🌀 Appreciate the Naruto Whirlpool In addition to walking up the Naruto Grand Bridge Vortex Road and looking down from a high place, you can also take a tide-watching boat to see the whirlpool up close. Tide-watching boats are divided into large boats and small boats. The size of the whirlpool will be different at different times of the day. Remember to check the relevant official website announcement before you leave. In addition to walking on the bridge to see the vortex, be sure to visit the nearby memorial to learn more about the origin of the whirlpool. There is also a light and shadow interactive session is a must ~ ~ As your hand swings, the vortex projected on the wall will follow you ~ #I miss

📍 Tokushima Naruto From Osaka to Tokushima Cross the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge to Tokushima In the Setonaikai National Park, you can see the bridge up close, and you can also see whirlpools. It's also a great place to take a break, as you can buy souvenirs and have lunch there. For lunch, we had a sea bream lunch at "Uzunoya". It was a delightful discovery to discover that there are so many ways to enjoy sea bream cuisine. After this, we headed to the Otsuka Museum of Art, so it's also recommended for those who want to go there as well. Please use this as a reference for your trip🔖 #Tokushima #TokushimaTrip #DomesticTrip #Spring0YenTrip

During our trip to Tokushima, we stayed at two hotels. One of them was conveniently located near Tokushima Park and the Otsuka Museum of Art, with a bus stop nearby offering direct access to Tokushima Station. We visited the Taimarukaigetsu Onsen Ryokan, which provided shuttle service to another hotel for dinner. The dinner was a buffet, and the round-trip transportation was included, making it very convenient for us. We stayed for just one night and booked an economical room facing the coast, which felt like a great deal. The room included small tea snacks that were delicious. It was a typical Japanese-style room with clean tatami mats and spacious enough to accommodate large suitcases. The bathroom featured a glass partition and was long and narrow, with separate wet and dry areas. The service was excellent. The front desk clearly explained the shuttle service to the sister hotel for dinner and also provided tips on visiting other attractions, including the shuttle departure times. After dinner, they even prepared our bedding for us. The large communal bath was quite nice—not too hot and filled with pure spring water, which was perfect for me as I dislike carbonated baths. Breakfast was served in the ryokan's dining area. The sea bream was very fresh, and there were hot pot dishes available. The buffet-style dining and the overall environment were very satisfying. Overall, I was very pleased with the experience. The transportation was convenient, though unfortunately, the cloudy weather prevented us from visiting Tokushima Park to enjoy the ocean view.

The Otsuka Museum of Art in Tokushima is a special museum where you can enjoy world-famous paintings while in Japan🎨✨ Famous Western paintings such as the Mona Lisa, The Last Supper, and Van Gogh's Sunflowers are reproduced on ceramic panels, so you can enjoy them in the same size and color as the originals👀💛 The attraction is that it makes you feel like you're touring a real art museum🏛️ The ceiling painting in the Sistine Hall is particularly impressive in scale! 📍 Basic information (check the website for the latest information) ✴︎ Address: 65-1 Fukuike, Tosa-tomariura, Naruto-cho, Naruto-shi, Tokushima ✴︎ Access: About 15 minutes by bus from JR Naruto Station ✴︎ Fee: 3,300 yen for adults, 2,200 yen for university students, 550 yen for elementary, middle and high school students ✴︎ Business hours: 9:30-17:00 (last entry 16:00), closed on Mondays "Otsuka Museum of Art" where you can enjoy the world's masterpieces all at once🎨 Not only art lovers, but even those who don't usually go to museums will be excited✨ #Spring 0 yen trip #Domestic travel #Otsuka Museum of Art #Museum tour #Museum