Mon - Fri	9.00 - 18.00
Sat & Holidays	10.00 - 17.00
Sun	Closed

Naruto Whirlpools

These are one of Japan’s natural wonders. They are created by the changing tides in the Naruto Strait between Shikoku and Awaji Island and are an absolute must-see. The whirlpools occur approximately every six hours and last for an hour or two, varying in size and intensity depending on the tides.

There are various options to see them. The best view can be had from the tourist boat that sails right next to them. Another option is from Uzu-no-Michi, the observatory walkway built right underneath the Onaruto Bridge, offering spectacular views 45m above the whirlpools through glass panels set in the floor.

Naruto Kanko Kisen (Uzushio Kankosen Boat Tours)

The sightseeing boat sails right next to Naruto Whirlpools. They operate the medium sized boat (Aqua Eddy) with two decks and underwater observation deck.

Access: 20 min. by bus from JR Naruto station to Naruto Koen bus stop
Hours: Wonder Naruto (large vessel) : 9.00 – 16.20
Aqua Eddy (advanced booking only) : 9.15 – 16.15
Admission: Wonder Naruto – 1,800 yen
Aqua Eddy (advanced booking only) – 2,400 yen

Uzu-no-Michi Walkway

Address: 772-0053 Naruto Park, Naruto-cho, Naruto-city, Tokushima
Access: 20min by bus from JR Naruto station to Naruto Koen bus stop
Hours: 9.00~18.00 (closes at 17.00 between October and February)
* Japanese Golden Week and Summer Holidays: 08.00~19.00
* Last admission 30 minutes before closing.
Closed: the second Monday of March, June, September, and December
Admission: 510 yen

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