✨ Highlights
With a total height of 68 meters and a height difference of 34 meters, it is the first observation deck in Eastern countries equipped with a sightseeing elevator. From the observation deck, visitors can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Naruto Whirlpools and the Great Naruto Bridge in the Seto Inland Sea. The first floor features shops suitable for purchasing local souvenirs from Naruto. In the café, you can enjoy light meals such as Naruto Kintoki soft serve ice cream.
📜 Content
The Esca Hill Naruto (手扶梯山丘) is 68 meters long with a height difference of 34 meters, making it the highest sightseeing elevator in Japan. It connects to the observation deck at the top of Mount Naruto, which has an elevation of 90 meters above sea level in the National Naruto Park. From the observation deck, you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of Naruto Park, the Naruto Whirlpools, the Great Naruto Bridge, and Awaji Island, capturing the stunning scenery of the Otsuka Museum of Art's sky garden and the beautiful Naruto Inland Sea.
Additionally, the first floor features a souvenir shop selling local specialties from Naruto City and Tokushima Prefecture, making it a great place to pick up gifts. There is also a café where you can enjoy Naruto Udon and Naruto Kintoki soft serve ice cream, made with local ingredients, which is worth visiting during your sightseeing trip.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
🎋 Is there a foreign language introduction signboard or manual? (If so, please let me know which languages are available.)
There is a tourism brochure for Naruto City (in Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and English). The menu at the coffee shop is available in English.
🎋 Is there a parking lot nearby?
The Naruto Park in front of the facility has a paid parking lot (500 yen per visit).
🎋 Is there a restroom nearby?
There is a public restroom next to the facility.
🎋 Are there any coin-operated lockers nearby?
There are no coin-operated lockers, but visitors can store their luggage for free at the service counter on the first floor.
🎋 Can you call a taxi at any time?
There are no taxis waiting, but you can ask the staff for help in booking a taxi.
