Exploring the Naruto Whirlpools in Japan!｜Day 67 - Hyogo
The Naruto whirlpools occur along the Shikoku coast of the Naruto Strait, and are created by the large volumes of water moving between the Seto Inland Sea and the Pacific Ocean between high and low tide, combined with the unique underwater geography of the narrow strait.
According to the change of tides, the whirlpools occur roughly every six hours and can typically be seen once in the morning and once in the afternoon for an hour or two. The whirlpools vary in size, depending on the intensity of the tides. They tend to be larger in summer than in winter, and are largest during spring tides, which occur every two weeks.
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Japan Travel: Observation spots Naruto whirlpools, Boats, Park, Naruto city, Shikoku
Japan Travel: Observation spots Naruto whirlpools, Boats, Park, Naruto city, Shikoku
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Naruto, part of Tokushima Prefecture, is the northeastern most city on Shikoku Island. The city is known for its swirling whirlpools. You can see them in the Strait of Naruto underneath the Onaruto Bridge which connects Tokushima to Awaji Island.
Naruto is also the starting point of the Shikoku Pilgrimage or Henro, which is a religious pilgrimage where one goes around visiting the 88 holy temples on Shikoku.
About Naruto whirlpools
The Naruto whirlpools are tidal whirlpools in the Naruto Strait, a channel between Naruto in Tokushima and Awaji Island in Hyōgo, Japan. They are created by the large volumes of water moving between the Seto Inland Sea and the Pacific Ocean between high and low tide, combined with the unique underwater geography of the narrow strait.
Because of the change of tides, the whirlpools occur roughly every six hours and can typically be seen once in the morning and once in the afternoon for an hour or two. The whirlpools vary in size, depending on the strength of the tides. They tend to be larger in summer than in winter, and are largest during spring tides, which appear every two weeks.
Under ideal conditions, whirlpools of up to 20 meters in diameters can be seen. On the other hand, there is not much to see outside of the peak times or on calm days. So it always helps to check the tide schedule before heading out. (English and Chinese time table available on the internet.)
The whirlpools are not dangerous to boats. They are great ways to view from sightseeing cruises which get right up next to and among the whirlpools. Some companies run tours from nearby piers on Shikoku.
The next best views are from “Uzu no Michi”, an enclosed walkway that stretches under the Onaruto Bridge and overlooks the whirlpools. The walkway's observation room is placed 45 meters above the whirlpools below which can be observed through glass windows set in the floor.
Naruto Park, the park surrounding the attractions around the whirlpools, also has a number of walking trails and viewpoints found around it with views of the whirlpools and Onaruto Bridge. There are two good viewpoints. One is the Senjojiki Observatory. Another is Eska Hill, which accessible via a 68 meter long, a toll escalator with a cost of 400yen. It also has restaurants and shops.
Also found in the park is the Onaruto Bridge Museum Eddy, which is devoted to the construction of the Onaruto Bridge, its whirlpools and the strait. The Otsuka Museum of Art, Japan's largest museum stands out toward the park's southern edge.
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Naruto Park is placed about seven kilometers north of central Naruto City.
One or two buses per hour run between Naruto Station and Naruto Park. The one way ride takes 25 minutes with a cost of 310 yen. Buses stop near the Naruto Kosoku bus stop along the way, where it is possible to transfer to highway buses. Highway buses traveling in the direction of Tokushima (but not in the opposite direction) also stop at Naruto Koen-guchi bus stop in Naruto Park along the expressway.
Most attractions in Naruto Park are within walking distance of each other. Only the Uzushio Most buses between Naruto Station and Naruto Park stop at the sightseeing boat pier along the way, Kakosen sightseeing boat pier is not centrally located, and lies two kilometers away thought.
Uzushio Kankosen Boat Tours
Hours: 9:00 to 16:20 (boat tours depart every 30 to 40 minutes)
Closed: No closing days
Admission: Aqua Eddy: 2260 yen
Wonder Naruto: 1580 yen (2580 yen for the upper deck)
Variety of discounted combination tickets are available
Uzushio Kisen Boat Tours
Hours: 8:00 to 16:30 (boat tours depart every 30 minutes)
Closed: No closing days
Admission: 1550 yen
Variety of discounted combination tickets are available
Uzu no Michi - Bridge Observation Deck
Hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (entry until 16:30)
Longer hours during Golden Week and the summer holidays
Closed: The 2nd Monday of March, June, September and December
Admission: 510 yen
Variety of discounted combination tickets are available
Drone footage Japan ドローン空撮 鳴門渦潮 Naruto city Tokushima Japan whirlpools
The Naruto whirlpools (鳴門の渦潮 Naruto no Uzushio) are tidal whirlpools in the Naruto Strait, a channel between Naruto in Tokushima and Awaji Island in Hyōgo, Japan.
The strait between Naruto and Awaji island has a width of about 1.3 km (0.81 miles). The strait is one of the connections between the Pacific Ocean and the Inland Sea, a body of water separating Honshū and Shikoku, two of the main islands of Japan. The tide moves large amounts of water into the Inland Sea twice per day and also removes large amounts of water twice a day. With a range of up to 1.7 m (5.6 ft), the tide creates a difference in the water level of up to 1.5 m (4 ft 11 in) between the Inland Sea and the Pacific. Due to the narrowness of the strait, the water rushes through the Naruto channel at a speed of about 13–15 km/h (8–9 mph) four times a day, twice flowing in and twice flowing out. During a spring tide, the speed of the water may reach 20 km/h (12 mph), creating vortices up to 20 m (66 ft) in diameter.
The current in the strait is the fastest in Japan and the fourth fastest in the world after the Saltstraumen outside Bodø in Norway, which reaches speeds of 37 km/h (23 mph), the Moskenstraumen off the Lofoten islands in Norway (the original maelstrom), which reaches speeds of 27.8 km/h (17.3 mph); and the Old Sow whirlpool in New Brunswick, Canada, which has been measured with a speed of up to 27.6 km/h (17.1 mph).
The whirlpools can be observed from ships, or from the Naruto Bridge spanning the strait. The suspension bridge has a total length of 1,629 m (5,344 ft), with the center span over the strait having a length of 876 m (2,874 ft) and a height of 41 m (135 ft) above sea level. A good view is also possible from the shore on Awaji island.（wikipediaより転載
Japan Travel - Naruto Whirlpools & Food
Naruto is a beautiful place, a little tip of land with a bridge crossing over to Awaji Island that is connected to Japan's great Honshu island by the longest suspension bridge in the world, Akashi Kaikyo bridge. As if that's not cool enough, beneath Naruto bridge is the famous Naruto tidal whirlpools you can view by boat or from the bridge. We spent the night beside the bridge, enjoying Japanese food & an onsen overlooking the beautiful views of the Naruto Strait.
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Naruto Whirlpools in The Japan News
Our Travel page visits the famous Naruto whirlpools. (Full transcript appears below.)
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Welcome to The Japan News.
Japan's Naruto Strait is famous for its dramatic whirlpools.
The whirlpools appear in a channel that connects the Seto Inland Sea with the Pacific Ocean, between the islands of Shikoku and Awaji. A Yomiuri Shimbun reporter recently viewed them up close.
While in Shikoku, he also visited an art museum and a temple associated with the island's famous 88-temple pilgrimage.
Pick up The Japan News on March 23 to read details on our Travel Page.
Whirlpools of Naruto Japan
The city of Naruto in Japan is famous for it's naturally occurring whirlpools. This travel guide highlights the options for viewing the whirlpools including on a boat, the Wonder Naruto, and from land at the Naruto National Park.
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Naruto Whirlpools, Japan
Taken on 11 December 2008 between 10.20 - 11 a.m. (strongest currents for that day)
Whirlpool sighting at 1:40 part of the video.
The phenomenon occurs when opposing currents from the Seto Inland Sea and the Kii Channel meet in the Naruto Strait with a water level difference of as much as 1.5 meters, which is made by the ebb and flow of the tide. At the time of the flood tide in the spring through the fall, huge whirlpools running at 20 kilometers an hour and that exceed 20 meters in diameter occur. The outgoing tide creates the south current that forms whirlpools on the Kii Strait/Pacific Ocean side. The incoming tides create the north current that forms whirlpools on the Seto Inland Sea side.
JAPANESE ADVENTURES: Iya Valley, Naruto, & More! Shikoku, Japan Part 2!
Hi, everyone! This is the second half of our trip around Shikoku. It was just as amazing as the first! We went to the eastern side of Iya Valley to check out two of the last three vine bridges there! We passed through a Scarecrow Village on the way! The citizens of the village joined together and made countless scarecrows, each one set up to mimic the citizens doing their jobs, or standing around town together in little groups. They're equal parts creepy and adorable!
The largest vine bridge is Iya Kazurabashi. That one is the main one and very touristy. 90% of people go there, but we chose to see the other two vine bridges (Oku-Iya Kazurabashi) and had them all to ourselves! It was beautiful. We were surrounded by this amazing nature. Crystal clear water, trees, and mountains.
All too soon, we had to leave. We slept at a hostel in Takamatsu and headed to Naruto the next morning. Naruto is famous for their whirlpools. We went to Onaruto Bridge to check them out. Unfortunately, they were really calm when we were there. I recommend going during the Spring Tides when they're at their biggest!
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Naruto Strait is located between Tokushima and Awaji Island in Japan. It is famous for the whirlpools caused by tidal movements. Some whirlpools are as big as 20m in diameter. Brought my Mavic Pro to take some spectacular views.
今次去到日本德島縣拍有名嘅鳴門漩渦，每逢潮夕漲退，大量海水流過鳴門海峽而產生一個個大漩渦，有啲超過20m直徑，蔚為奇觀！
鳴門海峽闊1.4km, 雖然唔係禁飛區，為左低調拍攝走遠啲，揀左半公里外海邊起飛，最遠點要飛越2km，當日風唔大訊號清，可惜CrystalSky唔知點解途中話失聯（但個控明明連住）搞到要RTH，最後放棄CS用返手機，浪費左唔少電量時間！
橋底有「渦之道」去到海中心，可透過地面窗口睇腳底下嘅漩渦，地面片今次初用VeltaG雲台加Hero5，拍2.7k 60fps方便出慢鏡，後製用FCP調色。
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Japan Travel: Naruto whirlpools Sightseeing cruises Naruto city, Shikoku Tokushima13 Moopon
Japan Travel: Naruto whirlpools Sightseeing cruises Naruto city, Shikoku Tokushima13 Moopon
Naruto, part of Tokushima Prefecture, is the northeastern most city on Shikoku Island. The city is known for its swirling whirlpools. You can see them in the Strait of Naruto underneath the Onaruto Bridge which connects Tokushima to Awaji Island.
Naruto is also the starting point of the Shikoku Pilgrimage or Henro, which is a religious pilgrimage where one goes around visiting the 88 holy temples on Shikoku.
About Naruto whirlpools
Because of the change of tides, the whirlpools occur roughly every six hours and can typically be seen once in the morning and once in the afternoon for an hour or two.
Under ideal conditions, whirlpools of up to 20 meters in diameters can be seen. On the other hand, there is not much to see outside of the peak times or on calm days. So it always helps to check the tide schedule before heading out. (English and Chinese time table available on the internet.)
The whirlpools are great ways to view from sightseeing cruises which get right up next to and among the whirlpools.
The next best views are from “Uzu no Michi”, an enclosed walkway that stretches under the Onaruto Bridge and overlooks the whirlpools. The walkway's observation room is placed 45 meters above the whirlpools below which can be observed through glass windows set in the floor.
Naruto Park has a number of walking trails and viewpoints found around it with views of the whirlpools and Onaruto Bridge. There are two good viewpoints. One is the Senjojiki Observatory. Another is Eska Hill.
Also found in the park is the Onaruto Bridge Museum Eddy, which is devoted to the construction of the Onaruto Bridge, its whirlpools and the strait.
Access Information
Naruto Park is placed about seven kilometers north of central Naruto City.
One or two buses per hour run between Naruto Station and Naruto Park. The one way ride takes 25 minutes with a cost of 310 yen. Buses stop near the “Naruto Kosoku” bus stop along the way, where it is possible to transfer to highway buses. Highway buses traveling in the direction of Tokushima also stop at “Naruto Koen-guchi” bus stop in Naruto Park along the expressway.
Uzushio Kankosen Boat Tours
Hours: 9:00am to 4:20pm (boat tours depart every 30 to 40 minutes)
Closed: Open year-round
Admission: Aqua Eddy: 2260 yen
Wonder Naruto: 1580 yen (2580 yen for the upper deck)
Uzushio Kisen Boat Tours
Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm (boat tours depart every 30 minutes)
Closed: Open year-round
Admission: 1550 yen
Uzu no Michi - Bridge Observation Deck
Hours: 9:00am to 5:00pm (entry until 4:30pm)
Longer hours during Golden Week and the summer holidays
Closed: The 2nd Monday of March, June, September and December
Admission: 510 yen
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Naruto Wavepools in Shikoku Japan
Naruto wavepools or whirlpools in Shikoku Japan near Naruto bridge. Large vortexes (vortices) of water as seen in Naruto strait 鳴門の渦潮. It looks like a tornado under water.
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안개 속 오나루토 다리 도쿠시마 현과 아와지시마 섬을 잇는 대교다. 이곳은 거친 파도와 소용돌이로 유명하다. 다리의 하단에는 사람들이 걸어 다닐 수 있는 통로가 있다. 통로의 끝에는 전망대가 있다. 45미터 아래의 바다를 볼 수 있다. 밀물 썰물 때 격한 조류가 소용돌이친다. 소용돌이 옆으로 관람선이 위태롭게 떠 있다. 전망대 유리 바닥을 통해서도 소용돌이를 볼 수 있다.
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Onaruto , Tokushima Prefecture Awaji fog bridge the bridge linking the island . It is known for its rough waves and swirls. At the bottom of the bridge there is a path that can carry people walk . There is a gazebo at the end of the passage . You can see the 45 meters below the sea. When the tide ebb tide stringent swirl . This tour is floating dangerously to the side lines and swirls. Through the glass floor observation deck you can see the vortex .
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Navigating Japan's Giant Naruto Whirlpools
Visit Japan's ancient island of Shikoku and witness the amazing giant whirlpools of Naruto, then take a ride to the Mount Kora observatory and view the Seto Inland Sea!
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Renaissance Naruto Resort Review
A video review of the Renaissance Naruto Resort in Naruto Japan. A very unique hotel in the Marriott Chain. Beachfront with two Japanese Hot-spring baths (Onsens). A convenient place to stay for visiting the Whirlpools of Naruto.
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Hidden Japan ~Iya-Valley and other Wonders Tokushima,Shikoku~
Travel writer , who is an editor at large for National Geographic Traveler magazine, introduces the Iya region.
The Iya Valley is located in the central part of the island of Shikoku, the smallest of Japan’s four principal islands. In this secluded and little-visited area, deep gorges have carved out green mountains, creating a magnificent landscape. Perched precariously on the steep face of the mountains, villages are dotted with traditional thatched-roof farmhouses and compact plots of crops. Completely isolated for a thousand years, this spectacular region has remained untouched by modern life. These landscapes as well as the life of the villages were introduced to Western readers by American author and Japan expert Alex Kerr in his acclaimed book, “Lost Japan.” Recently, Iya has begun to attract international attention. In 2018, it was the only Japanese region chosen by Travel + Leisure magazine for its list of 50 top travel destinations. Visitor highlights include walking across the swaying kazurabashi vine bridge, traveling by boat through the dramatic Oboke gorge, lazing in hot springs looking onto the forested mountains, and staying in renovated traditional farmhouses. This video also introduces the Iya Valley’s special cultural treasures, from delicious buckwheat soba noodles to lovely indigo-dyed textiles to elegant handmade Japanese umbrellas. We hope this video will inspire you to include the Iya Valley in your travel plans!
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Naruto Whirlpool Japan Travel
Japan Travel Guide/Video (Shikoku's Tokushima, Japan)
- Naruto Whirlpool
- Naruto Bridge Observatory
- Uzushio Seafood Restaurant
-Otani Pottery
For your Japan travel, there is more to see in Shikoku Islands.Tokushima is a must place to experience.
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Location: Naruto Whirlpool 鳴門の渦潮 (Tokushima pref, Japan)
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Japan Trip: Life prisoner of war Friendships Naruto German House Naruto city, Shikoku
Japan Trip: Life prisoner of war Friendships Naruto German House Naruto city, Shikoku
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Naruto, part of Tokushima Prefecture, is the northeastern most city on Shikoku Island. The city is known for its swirling whirlpools. You can see them in the Strait of Naruto underneath the Onaruto Bridge which connects Tokushima to Awaji Island.
Naruto is also the starting point of the Shikoku Pilgrimage or Henro, which is a religious pilgrimage where one goes around visiting the 88 holy temples on Shikoku.
Naruto German House
During World War I, Japan participated on the side of the Entente Powers or Allies, seizing some of Germany's Asian and Pacific colonial territories, as well as prisoners of war. Around one thousand German soldiers were held at Bando Camp outside central Naruto. They were allowed to live considerably freely while working within and developing friendships with the local Japanese community there.
After the war ended, they continued the friendships, eventually resulting in a sister city relationship between Naruto and the German city of Lueneburg. The German House (Doitsukan) was built as a gesture of goodwill, and houses an excellent museum on the lives of the Bando Camp prisoners. A variety of photographs and models are on display with explanations in Japanese, German and English.
A ten minute walk south of the German House lies the German Village Park (Doitsu Mura Kōen), a small, somewhat calm park with a memorial that lists the names of the German prisoners died during their imprisonment.
German House
Hours: 9:30 to 17:00 (last entry at 16:30)
Closed: Fourth Monday of every month (or the following Tuesday if Monday is a national holiday)
December 28th to 31st.
Admission: 400 yen
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Via train
From Naruto Station, bord theJR train for Ikenotani Station and transfer to another train for Bando Station. The one-way journey takes about 40 minutes with a cost of 260 yen and is covered by the Japan Rail Pass. There is about one connection per hour. From Bando Station, it is about 1.5 kilometers to Doitsu Mura Koen (about 20 minutes by walk) and an additional ten minute walk to the German House.
Via local bus
Buses between Naruto Station and Itano Station (Oasa Line) stop at Doitsu Mura Koen along the way. Some of the buses also stop at the German House, which is placed a ten minute walk north of Doitsu Mura Koen. Othe one- way journey takes about 30 with a cost of 350 yen. Buses operate only once every two hours.
Via highway bus
The German House is a ten minute walk from Naruto Nishi bus stop along the Takamatsu Expressway. The stop is served by highway buses from Takamatsu bound for Tokushima, but note that buses in the opposite direction (from Tokushima) do not allow travelers to get off at the Naruto Nishi bus stop.