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🗺️ Naruto Whirlpools Sightseeing Boatうずしお観潮船

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About Naruto Whirlpools Sightseeing Boat

Experience the power of the world's largest whirlpool on two different types of whirlpool sightseeing boats!


Details

The "Naruto Whirlpools," located in Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture, is a natural phenomenon caused by the tidal differences between the Seto Inland Sea and the Kii Channel. It is listed as one of the three major whirlpools in the world, and taking a sightseeing boat to observe the largest whirlpool globally up close is the best choice. From the Kameura Tourist Port in Naruto Park, Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture, there are two types of whirlpool sightseeing boats available: the large boat "Wonder Naruto" that does not require a reservation, and the smaller boat "AQUA EDDY," which requires prior booking. The "Wonder Naruto" has a sailing time of about 30 minutes, and being a large vessel, it sways less than smaller boats, making it suitable for young children. A major feature is that different views can be enjoyed from the first and second floors. The small underwater sightseeing boat "AQUA EDDY," which requires a reservation, has a viewing room about 1 meter above the water surface, allowing passengers to observe the state of the underwater whirlpools. Of course, you can also go directly to the deck to see the differences between the whirlpools above and below the surface, making for a truly valuable experience. During the approximately 25-minute journey, you can fully enjoy the fun of observing the Naruto whirlpools. The timing for observing the whirlpools varies depending on the weather of the day. If you want to witness the most impressive whirlpools, it is recommended to check the tide schedule on the official website in advance.

Highlights

You can watch the world's largest Naruto whirlpool from a tidal observation boat. The large tidal observation boat "Wonder Naruto" has minimal rocking, making it safe for young children to ride. The small water tidal observation boat "AQUA EDDY" allows for close-up viewing of the whirlpools in the water. The tidal observation times for the whirlpools vary depending on the weather of the day, so please check in advance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer foreign language services? (If so, please let me know which languages are available.)

Can only provide simple English services.

Are there coin-operated lockers?

Yes.

What kind of clothing is more suitable?

The wind is stronger at sea, so it's recommended to bring a warm jacket.

Can I board without a reservation?

The "Wonder Narutogō" does not require a reservation, while the "AQUA EDDY" requires a reservation in advance.


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Essential Information

Address
264-1 Omo, Tosadomariura, Naruto-cho, Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture (Kameura Tourist Port, Naruto Park, Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture)
Phone
088-687-0101 (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM)
Getting There
It takes about 8 minutes to drive from the Naruto North Interchange on the Kobe-Awaji-Naruto Expressway.
Hours / Holidays
Open year-round (may suspend operations in poor weather conditions)

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