Naruto City in Tokushima Prefecture is known for its abundant nature, including the Naruto Whirlpools . Naruto City.
2025.08.06Naruto City in Tokushima Prefecture is the Higashi gateway to Shikoku, and is connected to the Kansai region by the Naruto and Akashi Strait. Naruto City has both the sea and the mountains, allowing you to enjoy a diverse range of nature.
There are also many tourist attractions, including the Naruto Whirlpools, one of the world's three largest tidal currents, Awa Dance, and the Pilgrimage Route!
This time, we will introduce car sharing, a recommended way to access Naruto City.
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Table of Contents
- What is car sharing?
- Introducing car sharing locations in Naruto City!
- Enjoy sightseeing in Naruto with a shared car! Recommended nearby spots
- Useful information and accommodation discount campaigns!
What is car sharing?

You can immediately open the door at the reserved time using your membership card or app, and use the car freely throughout Japan. It can be used as an alternative to your own car or a taxi, so make the most of this free and convenient new means of transportation!
Car sharing features
❶Available 24 hours a day, including weekends and holidays
❷ Available from 220 yen for 15 minutes (gas and insurance included)
❸ You can make reservations, payments, and even lock and unlock your car using your smartphone.
Usage methods vary depending on the service provider. For more information, please click here .
*Car sharing requires a Japanese driver's license. International drivers' licenses cannot be used.
Introducing car sharing locations in Naruto City!
In front of Naruto Station
Recommended for those who arrive at Naruto Station by train or bus.
Naruto Parking Lot
It is located about a 5-minute walk from the Naruto Naruto bus stop, so it is recommended for those who come to Naruto City by express bus.

Participating companies
Toyota Share: App Store
: Google Play
Enjoy sightseeing in Naruto with a shared car! Recommended nearby spots
We will introduce some recommended tourist spots in Naruto that you can explore by car share.
Both locations have parking lots nearby and are great photo spots.
Yomomi observation deck

Located on the Naruto Skyline, a driving course that takes you through spectacular views surrounded by the sea and mountains, you can enjoy the magnificent view of Uchinoumi Sea, where fishing yatai float.
There is a panoramic signboard that lists the scenery that can be seen from the observation deck and the names of the places.
Mount Ryozen, the first temple of the 88 sacred sites of Shikoku

It is the starting point of the pilgrimage to the 88 sacred sites of Shikoku, which follows the path that Kobo Daishi traveled as part of his training, and is affectionately known as "Ichiban-san." All year round, it is bustling with pilgrims dressed in white robes.
Awa Ichinomiya Oasahiko Shrine

It is worshipped as the main guardian deity of Tokushima Prefecture. Within the grounds are the Megane Bridge, the German Bridge, and a large camphor tree that is said to be about 1,000 years old. From November to December, the trees around the Megane Bridge and the German Bridge turn red with autumn leaves, making it a hidden photo spot that even locals don't know about.
At the entrance to the approach lined with camphor trees and 100 stone lanterns, there is a large 14-meter-tall torii gate, which is very impressive.
Useful information and accommodation discount campaigns!
This time, we introduced some recommended spots to visit by car sharing. One of the benefits is that you can rent a car share only when you need to travel to tourist spots for the shortest possible time, which keeps the cost down. You can make a reservation even at the last minute from your smartphone, and both renting and returning the car are unmanned and smooth. Another benefit of car sharing is that it doesn't require any hassle with the procedures.
Additionally, Naruto City is currently running a campaign offering a 3,000 yen discount on accommodation fees to those who stay at designated accommodation facilities using shared or rental cars. Please take advantage of this offer.
In addition to the spots introduced here, Naruto City has many other attractive tourist attractions, such as the opportunity to experience making Otani ware, a traditional craft, and enjoy fresh seafood from the Naruto Strait .
For tourist information about Naruto City, including transportation access and accommodation information, please check this website.
We look forward to seeing you all!
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