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Naruto City , Tokushima Prefecture , home to some of the world's largest whirlpools, will be hosting the Spring Uzu Festival again in 2026. This article will introduce the best time to see the whirlpools and provide detailed information about the event. *This information is current and will be updated as it becomes available!
2025.12.17-
Table of Contents
- One of the world's three largest whirlpools! What is the world's largest whirlpool that can be seen in Naruto?
- What is the "Spring Uzu Festival"?
- "Spring Uzu Opening" Dates and Events
- Venue and access to "Spring Uzu Opening"
- Event Details
- Save money on your trip to Naruto| Rental car and shared car accommodation discount campaign
- inquiry
One of the world's three largest whirlpools! What is the world's largest whirlpool that can be seen in Naruto?
The dynamic whirlpools that occur in the Naruto between Naruto City , Tokushima Prefecture and Minami Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture are said to be the largest in the world, and during the best viewing times in spring and autumn, large whirlpools that reach a diameter of 20m appear. The speed of the tidal currents is also said to be the fastest in Japan, and seeing the whirlpools up close is truly impressive.
Spring is the best season to see the whirlpools!
Spring is the best time to enjoy the whirlpools.
The size of the whirlpools is affected by the difference between the high and low tides, but in spring there are many spring tides, and the greater difference in tidal levels makes the whirlpools more dynamic.
April is also a pleasant season for sightseeing, with mild weather and a pleasant sea breeze. Why not enjoy the spectacular whirlpools along with the cherry blossoms and fresh greenery in the spring sunshine?
Can you see the whirlpools at any time?
Please note that the whirlpools cannot be seen at any time. The best time to see them is approximately 1-2 hours before and after high tide and low tide, when the tide flows fastest of the day. Check the " Tide Table " (Naruto City Uzushio Tourism Association website) for the best viewing times.
Also, if you want to see the whirlpools from the Naruto City side, we especially recommend checking the tide table for low tide times!
What is the "Spring Uzu Festival"?
The Spring Whirlpool Festival is an event held every year in Naruto City that marks the start of the spring whirlpool season. You can enjoy not only the whirlpools, but also Naruto City's culture and local products, and there is also a lodging campaign. Why not take this opportunity to enjoy Naruto City to the fullest?
"Spring Uzu Opening" Dates and Events
The "Spring Whirlpool Opening" is positioned as the opening event of the Spring Whirlpool Festival, and ceremonies and events will be held at both the Uzushio Steamship and the Uzushio Sightseeing Boat venues.
▶Date and time: Sunday, February 15, 2026
〇Uzushio Steamship
・Uzushio Steamship 10:00 Opening Ceremony 10:30 "Uzushio Opening Tide Observation Boat" Departs. On board, a ritual to pray for safety and release of Naruto sea bream. The first 100 passengers to board will receive a gift of Naruto wakame seaweed.
10:30 The whirlpool observation boat departs. A Shinto ritual to pray for safety is held on board.
*Pamphlets, Naruto wakame seaweed, and potato sticks will be distributed to passengers. *Scheduled.
〇Whirlpool Sightseeing Boat
11:15 Opening Ceremony
11:40 The whirlpool-opening observation boat departs. A ritual to pray for safety is held on board, and a "golden key" is thrown into the water to open the whirlpool.
*Pamphlets, Naruto wakame seaweed, and potato sticks will be distributed to passengers. *Scheduled.
Venue and access to "Spring Uzu Opening"
The "Spring Whirlpool Opening" is held on the "Uzushio Steamship" and "Uzushio Sightseeing Boat" in Naruto City , Tokushima Prefecture .
We recommend taking a car or a local bus to get there.
Uzushio Steamship (a Shinto ritual to pray for safety on board the ship)
By car: About 5 minutes from Naruto IC.
Public transportation: Take the bus bound for Naruto Park from JR Naruto Station and ride for about 25 minutes (get off at Kameuraguchi).
Whirlpool Sightseeing Boat (a ritual to pray for safety on board and the throwing of a "golden key" to open the whirlpool)
By car: Approximately 6 minutes from Naruto IC.
Public transportation: Take the bus bound for Naruto Park from JR Naruto Station and ride it for about 20 minutes (get off at Naruto Tourist Port).
Event Details
Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026 Naruto Spring Whirlpool Opening Ceremony
・Venue: Uzushio Steamship, Naruto Sightseeing Steamship
・Operating times: Uzushio Steamship from 10:00, Naruto Sightseeing Steamship from 11:15
・Main contents: Ceremony, Shinto ritual for safety, etc.
・Nearest station: JR Naruto Station (approximately 25 minutes by bus from JR Naruto Station)
・Official website: https://www.naruto-kankou.jp/
Save money on your trip to Naruto| Rental car and shared car accommodation discount campaign
Currently, Naruto City is running a campaign in which people who use car sharing or rental cars and stay at designated accommodation facilities during the rental period will receive a 3,000 yen discount on their accommodation fees. Please take advantage of this campaign.
inquiry
Naruto City Uzushio Tourism Association
Tel: 088-684-1731
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