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A classic itinerary to enjoy Naruto whirlpool viewing, Awa Odori dance, and pilgrimage experience

A classic itinerary to enjoy Naruto whirlpool viewing, Awa Odori dance, and pilgrimage experience

This time, we will introduce a must-have Naruto itinerary for those coming to Shikoku from the Kansai region. Enjoy the unique charms of Naruto , including seeing the whirlpools, Awa Odori dance, and a short pilgrimage experience!

2026.01.28
Required time

Day 1: 10 hours Day 2: 2 hours

Transportation
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Day 1

1
Naruto Whirlpools
2
Naruto Park / Onaruto Bridge Promenade Uzu no Michi
3
Whirlpool Sightseeing Boat
4
Naruto Sightseeing Boat (Whirlpool Sightseeing Boat)

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30 minutes by car

5
Roadside Station Kurukuru Naruto

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20 minutes by car

6
Footbath in front of the station "Furoide"

Every year from August 9th to 11th, the Naruto City Awa Odori Festival takes place! The town of Naruto is engulfed in a frenzy of excitement, with the area around JR Naruto Station as the stage. Before the dance, relax in a foot bath. For more details about the event, please see the official Naruto Awa Odori website.

Naruto City Awa Dance Official Website

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30 minutes by car

7
Cuisine and Inn Otoriien

Day 2
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3 mins

8
The first temple of the 88 Sacred Temples of Shikoku, Ryozenji Temple

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30-minute walk

9
Gokurakuji Temple, the second temple of the 88 Sacred Places of Shikoku

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