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World's Top 3 Tidal Currents Naruto Whirlpools & Awaji Island Happy Pancakes & Awa Dance Experience (Departing from Osaka)

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Depart from Osaka

08:00 - 18:10

Guide language: English

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You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)

Available from 9 Oct 2026

Operated by:HEISEI ENTERPRISE,Inc.

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Itinerary

Day 1

Meet-up

Find your departure point

Point 1

08:00

VIP Villa Namba

Reminder
  • Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time

Awaji Island Happy Pancake

1 hr(s) 20 min(s)
Self-guided
Free entry

Instagrammable spot

Naruto Whirlpool & more

1 hr(s) 10 min(s)
Self-guided
Pay on site

Naruto Whirlpool

Sailing

Whirlpool Steamship

Sailing

Tokushima Prefectural Uzu-no-Michi Walkway

Observatory deck

Onaruto Bridge

Observatory deck

Naruto Kurukuru Roadside Station

50 min(s)
Self-guided
Free entry

Awaodori Kaikan

1 hr(s)
Self-guided
Pay on site

Live performance

To drop-off points

Point 1

Tour will end at

18:10

VIP Villa Namba

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Know before you go

Important info

What's included

  • Host: Chinese, English
  • Transport: Bus
  • Admission: Awaji Island Happy Pancake, Naruto Kurukuru Roadside Station
  • Tax & discounts
  • Toll fee
  • Parking fee
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Meals
  • Admission

Before you book

Additional information

Other Reminders

  • The itinerary will be adjusted based on traffic, weather, and overall time arrangements on the day. Some attractions or experiences may be chosen based on the situation. Your understanding is appreciated.

Address

  • VIP Villa Namba
  • 1 Chome-2-1 Nanbanaka, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0011, Japan
  • Please refer to the Map for assistance

Terms & Conditions

Confirmation

  • You'll get confirmation 48 hours before the departure date. If you didn't receive a confirmation email, reach out to our customer support.

Cancellation policy

  • You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)

How to use

Voucher type

  • Present your mobile voucher

Usage validity

  • The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

Age & eligibility

Eligibility

  • Free for children aged 0-3 as long as they will not occupy separate seats
  • This activity requires a minimum of 10 participant(s). If the minimum is not met, you can book an alternative date or request a full refund

Reviews

4.1 / 5
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33 reviews
Guide
4.3
Itinerary
4.2
Quality of transfer
4.2
Value for money
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Review for: Awaji Island "Happy Pancake" & Naruto Whirlpools & Awa Dance One-Day Tour

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 ⭐️

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Review for: Awaji Island "Happy Pancake" & Naruto Whirlpools & Awa Dance One-Day Tour

The tour guide Xiao Liu is very experienced. The tides of Naruto Uzumaki are different every day. We were originally scheduled to take the boat at 11:30 (we couldn't see the whirlpool at noon that day because it was flat tide). He and the driver changed the itinerary to have lunch first and see Awa. After dancing, we went on a boat to see the Naruto Whirlpool. Sure enough, we saw the mid-tide whirlpool. It was very shocking. If you go to these attractions from Osaka by yourself, it would be very time-consuming to take public transportation. Klook’s itinerary was very smooth. The day was 9 I took a minibus, which was very comfortable, and arrived at Happy Waffles at 9:30. However, the waffle shop was very crowded that day, and I had to queue for a long time before I could enter the waffle shop to eat peach waffles. Eating waffles while looking at the sea view is so incomparably happy☺️ I hope I can spend more time at Happy Waffles. I can have lunch for an hour. There are many local food souvenirs in the lunch shop, and some restaurants also sell sashimi. Don rice, cheap and delicious, sweet potato related food is a big highlight 😀 The Awa Odori performance is also very interesting, worth watching 😃 Spend part of this trip to eat a pancake for 1900 yen (limited peach flavor with ice cream) + Lunch rice ball with grilled chicken for 750 yen + Awa dance for 800 yen + Naruto Uzumaki steamboat for 1600 yen. For your reference~ Recommended for friends who like natural scenery😀

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Review for: Awaji Island "Happy Pancake" & Naruto Whirlpools & Awa Dance One-Day Tour

I have participated in Klook many times, and this time it is Xiao Liu, the tour leader I want to recommend the most. He is funny, responsible and enthusiastic! Any trip that is not fun will become richer because of the relationship with the tour leader! The pancake scenery in Awaji is really beautiful, Naruto's whirlpool is really unique, and the Awa Odori dance is so joyful! The six of us happily danced together on stage, which was very meaningful! Xiao Liu’s group won another gold medal! This itinerary skips different temples and scenic spots! Friends who like to watch the sea can try it!

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Review for: Awaji Island "Happy Pancake" & Naruto Whirlpools & Awa Dance One-Day Tour

The tour guide is good, the scenery is beautiful, the Happy Pancake is delicious and beautiful, there are many whirlpools, it is easy to take videos and photos, and you can watch the Apollo drama.

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Review for: Osaka Awaji Island & Naruto Whirlpools Day Tour

Our tour guide, Gary, was incredibly patient, meticulous, and provided excellent service. We had a fulfilling day and finally arrived at Shikoku Island, where the cultural experience was fantastic.

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Review for: Osaka Awaji Island & Naruto Whirlpools Day Tour

The pancakes were delicious, the Awa Odori dance was beautiful, and Director Yang's introduction was spot-on. After completing the entire itinerary, I feel that adding one more stop on Awaji Island would make the trip even more complete.

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Review for: Awaji Island "Happy Pancake" & Naruto Whirlpools & Awa Dance One-Day Tour

It’s hard to get a group tour. I felt like I went on a one-day trip to Shikoku. I passed through Kobe and then to Akashi Bridge and then to Naruto Bridge to enter Shikoku. I felt excited. Although I couldn’t see the whirlpool, it was still worth going.

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Review for: Osaka Awaji Island & Naruto Whirlpools Day Tour

Our tour guide, Gary, was responsible and attentive, making the entire trip very comfortable. The food was delicious, and after lunch, we had some time to buy local specialty souvenirs. The Naruto Whirlpools were also very impressive, with beautiful scenery. It was an unforgettable journey!

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Review for: Awaji Island "Happy Pancake" & Naruto Whirlpools & Awa Dance One-Day Tour

It is very economical. Not only can you enjoy the Umon Whirlpool from two different angles by boat and bridge, but the Awa Odori is also very interactive, allowing the audience to participate in it personally.

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Review for: Osaka Awaji Island & Naruto Whirlpools Day Tour

from the tour description it was not mention the choice of either the boat ride or the bridge to view the whirlpool. we thought we will get to go for both and they both offer different views. guide say can only choose 1. boat ride ticket was not included but we were ok to top up. just a disappointment we didny get to go to bridge.

Reply from Klook

Dear Customer, Thank you for booking the Awaji Island & Naruto Whirlpools Day Tour with Klook. We are sorry to hear that the description of itinerary did not meet your expectations. We have forwarded your review to the local merchant, and it will serve as a key reference for our future improvements. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again on your next trip! Sincerely, Klook Service Recovery and Insights Team

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