With just one smartphone, you can enjoy a hassle-free trip to Tokushima and Naruto, focusing on the excitement.

Located on the eastern edge of Shikoku and facing the Naruto Strait, Naruto City in Tokushima Prefecture is known as the gateway to Shikoku. It is home to a large bridge spanning the strait and whirlpools, and is also popular as a resort destination due to its warm climate. There is a wealth of sights to see, including natural scenery, gourmet food, and sightseeing.

The "Kurukurunarutto Travel Digital Ticket" allows you to travel within Naruto City and purchase tickets at tourist spots with just your smartphone. By utilizing digital technology, you can complete everything from arranging travel and tickets to paying for them with just your smartphone.

By smartly completing procedures such as purchasing various tickets, you can enjoy a hassle-free trip. Enjoy an unprecedented sightseeing experience made possible by MaaS.

Hassle-free travel, part 1
You can board the bus without using cash.

Buses are a convenient way to get around Naruto City. For the Tokushima Bus between "Naruto Post Office" and "Naruto Park" (close to Naruto Station), you can use the "Bus Smartphone Touch Payment" feature, which uses the NFC function that is pre-installed on many smartphones. By simply touching your smartphone when boarding and alighting, you can pay the fare according to the section you are traveling. Here are some examples of places near Naruto Park that are now easier to access than ever before.

"Whirlpool Sightseeing Boat" offers a close-up view of one of the world's largest whirlpools

If you're visiting Naruto, you can't miss the Naruto Strait. The ebb and flow of the tides and ocean currents create whirlpools of all sizes. They are some of the largest in the world. The best seats are on the water. There are two types of boats in operation: the large Wonder Naruto, which you can board without making a reservation, and the small Aqua Eddy, which has an underwater observation deck and requires a reservation. The natural spectacle unfolding below is a must-see.

Whirlpool Sightseeing Boat

Feel the sea breeze at 45m above sea level on the "Onaruto Bridge Promenade 'Uzu no Michi'" walking trail

How about taking a walk on the sea while feeling the sea breeze? Stretching out beneath the bridge girders of the Onaruto Bridge is a promenade that overlooks the Naruto Strait from a height of 45 meters above sea level. At the end of the promenade is an observation deck made of glass. You will never tire of gazing at the whirlpools literally swirling round and round below you.

Onaruto Bridge Promenade "Uzu no Michi"

"Onaruto Bridge Memorial Hall 'Eddie'" where you can enjoy digital attractions

In the indoor facility close to the "Uzu no Michi" (Road of the Whirlpool), there are exhibits themed on "whirlpools" and "bridges," which can be enjoyed by people of all ages and genders. Renovated in 2018, it is also attractive for its interactive content, such as the 4K 360-degree theater "awa," the experiential digital attraction "Play the Eddy!," and the VR corner "VR Tourism Experience Tokushima Trip" (currently suspended).

Onaruto Bridge Construction Memorial Hall "Eddie"

"Eska Hill Naruto" Observatory, accessed by one of Japan's longest escalators

From Naruto Park, a large escalator stretches 67 meters in length and 34 meters in height toward Mount Naruto. When it was built in 1989, it was the longest in Japan. At the top is the "Eska Hill Naruto" observation deck. The panorama from there is simply breathtaking. You can see not only the Naruto Strait and Awaji Island, but all the way to Shodoshima.

Escahill Naruto

Hassle-free travel, part 2
Digital tickets allow you to purchase tickets without waiting in line even during peak season

Popular facilities in the peak season can have people lining up to buy tickets. That's why we recommend using the digital ticket "Naruto Sightseeing Ticket" to avoid waiting in line. Payment can be made with just your smartphone, and you can enter by showing the ticket. In addition to the "Uzushio Sightseeing Boat," "Uzushio Steamship," "Onaruto Bridge Memorial Hall "Eddie," and "Eskahiru Naruto," tickets are available for a total of 11 facilities. It has become easier to travel around the Naruto Park area, which has many attractions. We will introduce some facilities that you should definitely visit.

"Arataenoyu" is a hot spring facility where you can enjoy Tokushima's eternal history.

Located at the gateway to Shikoku, this hot spring facility can be used as a base for your trip, and it may be the perfect place to take a break from your travels. "Aratae" is a word that refers to traditional hemp fabric. The name is said to be a reference to the lifestyle of this area with its long history. The facility has an open-air bath where you can watch boat races, as well as a restaurant called "Narumimaru Soba and Live Fish Shop" where you can enjoy the local brand of sea bream "Onarumi Sea Bream" and seasonal seafood, a souvenir shop, an RV park, and other colorful facilities that are also attractive. Please spend a relaxing time during your trip.

Aratae no Yu

The German Pavilion, built on the bond between Tokushima and Germany

Tokushima was once home to the Bando POW Camp, which housed German prisoners of war during World War I. This memorial museum was built due to the close ties between German soldiers and local residents, including the first performance of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 in Asia at the time. There is also a panel exhibition corner about Lower Saxony, home to Luneburg, which has a sister city agreement with Naruto, and a museum shop where you can purchase German souvenirs and miscellaneous goods.

German Pavilion

Hassle-free travel, part 3
With this digital ticket, you can ride buses and JR lines as much as you like for two days!

We also offer the "JR Tokushima Bus Free Pass," a digital ticket that allows unlimited rides on all Tokushima Bus and Tokushima City Bus routes within Tokushima Prefecture, as well as on JR buses between Tokushima Station and Naruto Station. The pass costs 2,000 yen for adults and 1,000 yen for children for any two days between October 15, 2021 and January 31, 2022. If you plan to use public transportation to get around the tourist spots, this is a great plan. How about visiting these spots by bus and train?

Aoao Naruto Resort, an authentic southern European resort, celebrates its 30th anniversary

This Southern European-style hotel boasts a luxurious location within the Setonaikai National Park. Each room has an ocean view, allowing you to relax and unwind as you wish. The "Naruto Sightseeing Ticket" allows you to use the fishing pond within the hotel. In addition to the "Natural Naruto Hot Springs," the hotel also has five unique restaurants, including Awa local cuisine, French cuisine, Japanese cuisine, charcoal grill, and a terrace cafe. We are currently running a 30th anniversary campaign. Enjoy a luxurious stay at your leisure.

Aoao Naruto Resort

A lineup of world-famous masterpieces! The impressively spacious "Otsuka Museum of Art"

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Otsuka Museum of Art

Otani-yaki no Sato: Pottery with a rustic charm

Otani ware is one of Tokushima's most well-known pottery. It boasts a history of about 230 years, and is characterized by the gentle texture of the clay and its simple impression. Within the city, there is the "Otani Ware Village," where the Otani Yaki Morigama Climbing Kiln, a nationally registered tangible cultural property, still remains. There are many kilns of all sizes, and you can purchase pottery or experience pottery making. It's fun to look at the pottery, touch it, and find your favorite piece to take home as a memento of your trip.

Otani Pottery Village

A trip to Naruto using MaaS, where you can focus on the pure charm of the trip

Sightseeing often requires detailed procedures, such as travel and ticket arrangements. Traveling using MaaS reduces these hassles and allows for a relaxed journey. You can focus on the pure appeal of the trip itself, and it also provides a sense of security through contactless travel. There is also no hassle in applying. You can easily use it from the link below.

As autumn deepens, the whirlpools in the Naruto Strait are more impressive than ever. In addition, you can enjoy the autumn leaves in the nature-rich Naruto. Why not try a trip to Naruto that incorporates an evolved travel style and experience an unforgettable experience?

Tokushima Prefecture Naruto City MaaS special page is here

Kurukurunarutto Digital Tour Ticket

The "Kurukuru Naruto Digital Tour Ticket" is a convenient digital ticket that allows you to enjoy Naruto smartly with just your smartphone. It is a service that allows you to easily pay for JR and bus free passes, pre-purchase tickets for popular tourist attractions, and route bus tickets with your smartphone. There is no need to download a special app or register an account, so you can use it right away from your usual smartphone.

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