Things to do in Naruto

Choosing the right time and season is crucial for visiting Naruto. Take a boat, not the bridge. Seeing the whirlpools from the sea is a magical experience. The deep blue whirlpools against the backdrop of sunshine and blue sky are breathtaking.

The Otsuka Museum of Art in Tokushima is a place where replicas of famous paintings from all over the world are gathered. They are so accurate that they look just like the real thing! Everything is wonderful. You'll feel like you're at the Louvre in France. There are many paintings from ancient times, the Renaissance, and modern times, You can enjoy it all day. It will probably take you about 2 hours even if you look around quickly 😂

When I came to Tokushima, I was most looking forward to seeing one of the world's three largest whirlpools ''Naruto Vortex''. Unfortunately, when I checked the vortex forecast time, I knew that the chance of seeing a big tide was not great😫, so I decided not to sit and watch the tide⛴️. Only go to the Great Naruto Bridge, which has a "vortex road" on its surface, where you can overlook the whirlpool beneath your feet from the 45-foot-high underground glass. There are also observation decks from different angles near the bridge, steps, and today the blue sky with the white bridge is great for photography.

Ticketing was quick, and e-tickets were convenient. I didn't expect it to be so long; it's just a matter of time and itinerary. I didn't see the vortex.

The Tokushima Naruto Whirlpool is located under the Great Naruto Bridge that connects Tokushima and Awaji Island and is one of the three major currents in the world Before you can visit the Great Naruto Bridge Memorial Museum to learn about the process of vortex formation, and the history of Naruto.

As you climb the stairs, you feel a sacred atmosphere, and the large, weathered trees give you a sense of security, as if they are watching over you. The amulets include fortune slips with bells attached. They come in cute designs of frogs, Hyottoko masks, Okame masks, guardian lion-dogs, monkeys, and sea bream. You can't choose which one you get as they are randomly selected, but I go every year and put one in my wallet.

When I visited on New Year's Eve, I saw very few worshippers. I was able to walk around slowly by visiting the quiet area. It seemed that the big Buddha sitting in the pond was in meditation to greet the bustling New Year's Day.

Had a great time with my family it was way better than disney land

Awa Dance is a dance that Tokushima is proud of! In the hall, there are performances throughout the year, and you can also learn how to dress for dancing, what items are needed, etc.! Now VR equipment is also provided, so you can experience the real Awa Dance in miniature!