Naruto

The Otsuka Museum of Art was larger than I expected, making it a great place to explore at a leisurely pace. What I liked most was that it brought together world-famous artworks in one place, allowing me to see a wide variety all at once. Although they weren't the original pieces, being able to see so many works in one spot still felt very meaningful. Each space had a different atmosphere, which made the visit more enjoyable, and there were many great spots for taking photos. The walking paths are quite long, so comfortable shoes are a must, but it was a wonderful place to spend time and explore slowly.

The moment I stepped onto the Naruto Whirlpools Walkway, my heart was filled with anticipation. This pathway, built beneath the piers of the Onaruto Bridge, offers a unique vantage point to overlook the world-famous Naruto Whirlpools. It transformed this trip from mere sightseeing into an intimate dialogue with the forces of nature. As I walked along the path, transparent reinforced glass lay beneath my feet, allowing me to look down and see the turbulent currents rushing below. When the tides shifted and the whirlpools gradually formed, the swirling, churning power was truly astonishing. Standing before the viewing windows, watching the immense eddies created by the topography and tidal differences, I couldn't help but marvel at the mystery and unpredictability of nature. These whirlpools were sometimes grand, sometimes intricate, constantly changing, and utterly captivating. For this visit, I specifically chose a time close to the optimal viewing period for the whirlpools. When they reached their peak intensity, the entire sea surface seemed to churn and boil, and the sound of the rushing water resonated through the bridge structure, deeply impacting me. That dual visual and auditory impact was far more memorable than any photo or video, and it made me profoundly appreciate the value of experiencing it firsthand.

Embark on a Naruto whirlpool cruise and experience the awe-inspiring power of the world's largest whirlpool up close! As the rushing currents churn and intertwine beneath your feet, this spectacular natural wonder will leave you breathless. It's an unforgettable adventure and an absolute must-do when visiting Awaji Island.

This was one of the best trips I have booked in Japan, not just because of the beautiful scenery but because of how well everything was planned and explained in advance by our tour guide, Steve. He shared helpful information for each spot beforehand, making the experience relaxed/enjoyable. I was impressed by his fluency in Japanese, English, Chinese 😎Steve was friendly, polite, and kind 🙏🏻he made everyone feel comfortable, took great photos for me and never left us alone, which made the trip feel safe and personal. views were breathtaking even on a cold, windy day🥰and the staff were hygienic. The Happy Pancake place was a highlight, and Steve’s tips helped us get the best seating. He even ensured I had hot water for my noodles at lunch. Spotting a whirlpool on a windy day felt special 🥰The Awa Odori dance was elegant and fun, with live music that made it impossible not to dance—I even won an award 😍I highly recommend this trip in spring or fall for a relaxed yet stunning day.10/10 ⭐️

The tour guide and driver were polite, and the itinerary was well-planned, including time for lunch. Since it was a Saturday, we only had an hour to spend on Awaji Island, and the wait for Shifuku no Pancake was quite long, so we weren't able to try the pancakes, which was a bit disappointing.

Aquesta vegada, viatjant a Takamatsu amb la família, vam optar per llogar un cotxe amb conductor per a una excursió d'un dia per visitar els llocs d'interès dels voltants, i aquesta va ser, sens dubte, la millor decisió de tot el viatge! 🚗 Guia local professional i càlida Primer de tot, vull lloar la nostra conductora! El seu servei va ser molt professional i atent. No només va conduir amb suavitat durant tot el trajecte, sinó que també ens va presentar els llocs d'interès i els costums locals de Takamatsu com una amiga de la zona. El que més agraeixo és que, segons el ritme del dia, ens va suggerir especialment anar a **"Zentsu-ji"**. Això no estava en el pla original, però ella, amb la seva experiència professional, ens va assegurar que valia la pena, i el resultat va ser realment sorprenent, demostrant plenament l'avantatge de la flexibilitat d'un viatge amb cotxe privat. 📍 Punts destacats de l'itinerari d'avui Primera parada: Parc Slowpoke Si sou fans de Pokémon o viatgeu amb nens, aquest lloc és un paradís! Hi ha instal·lacions de Slowpoke súper adorables per tot arreu, plenes de colors, ideals per fer fotos. La primera parada ja ens va posar de molt bon humor. Segona parada: Santuari Kotohira-gu Un santuari de Kagawa que cal visitar "almenys una vegada a la vida". Tot i que cal pujar milers d'esglaons de pedra, el carrer comercial del camí és molt agradable per passejar, i un cop a l'observatori, la vista panoràmica de la vasta plana de Sanuki fa que tota la suor valgui la pena! Tercera parada: Zentsu-ji (molt recomanat per la conductora!) Aquest és el lloc de naixement del mestre Kobo Daishi. L'arquitectura és grandiosa i l'ambient és solemne i tranquil. En comparació amb l'enrenou de Kotohira-gu, aquí hi ha una sensació de pau addicional. Caminar pel temple va fer que el meu cos i la meva ment es calmessin. Estic molt agraïda pel consell inspirador de la conductora. Quarta parada: Museu de les Cases Tradicionals de Shikoku (Shikokumura) L'última parada va ser aquest lloc ple d'història. El parc ha reubicat antigues cases tradicionals de diverses parts de Shikoku, i també hi ha una versió reduïda del "Pont de la Vinya" per experimentar. Passejar i observar les antigues construccions és com viatjar en el temps, posant un punt final perfecte a l'itinerari del dia. 💡 Resum de l'experiència Aquest dia vam visitar quatre llocs d'interès, i tot i que l'itinerari va ser intens, no ens vam sentir gens cansats. Gràcies al servei de recollida i lliurament atent de la conductora i les seves explicacions professionals, ens vam estalviar l'ansietat de canviar de transport i esperar, i vam poder gaudir plenament de cada lloc.