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Otsuka Museum of Art is a museum of ceramic panel reproductions of famous paintings that everyone has seen at least once in textbooks or books, such as Leonardo da Vinci"Mona Lisa" and "The Last Supper," and Sandro Botticelli Ceramic Board Masterpiece Art Museum The Birth of Venus."
A ceramic plate masterpiece is a reproduction of an original painting on a ceramic plate with colors and size that are faithful to the original.Even the artist's brushstrokes are captured in detail, and as they are all life-size, the impact is overwhelming.

The exhibition features approximately 1,000 pieces from over 190 art museums in 26 countries.The appeal is that you can enjoy the works all at once without having to go to art museums in each country.Another unique feature is the way the exhibits are divided into three themes: environmental exhibits, phylogenetic exhibits, and thematic exhibits.This exhibition was created with the desire to provide a deeper and more enjoyable understanding of Western art.

【Opening Hours】09:30 to 17:00
【Closed days】　Closed on Mondays(If it is a public holiday, the next day)
【Address】〒772-0053　Within Naruto Park, Naruto Town, Naruto City
【Tel】687-3737
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Uzu no Michi) is a seaside promenade located beneath the roadway of the Great Naruto Bridge.
The observation room, located about 450 meters away, has a glass floor, allowing you to look down from a height of about 45 meters at the whirlpools that form in Naruto Strait, one of The Three Major Global Trends.
The timing of whirlpool formation varies daily, so please check in advance (refer to the "Tide Table" on Uzu no Michi website).) is recommended.

【Opening Hours】9:00 to 18:00*Admission until 30 minutes before closing
　Golden Week /Summer Vacation: 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM,October to February 9:00 to 17:00
【Closed days】　The second Monday of March, June, September and December　*May be closed temporarily in the event of bad weather
【Address】〒772-0053　Within Naruto Park, Tosadomariura, Naruto Town, Naruto City
【Tel】088-683-6262
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Whirlpools are a natural phenomenon caused by the difference between high and low tides. There are times when the whirlpools do not roll, and these times change every day.
We recommend checking the tide table and whirlpool excitement level on the website and boarding the boat during tide-watching times.Departs every 30 minutes from 8:00.The journey takes about 20 minutes.A high-speed boat that takes about 3 minutes to reach Naruto Strait.)

【Opening Hours】8:00 to 17:00 (Last flight departs at 16:30)
【Regular holiday】　Open 365 days
【Address】〒772-0053　65-63 Tosadomariura Fukuike, Naruto Town, Naruto City
【Tel】687-0613
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The majestic Naruto whirlpools can only be fully appreciated by boarding a boat.
Both the large sightseeing boat "WONDER NARUTO" (capacity 395 people) and the world's first underwater sightseeing boat "AQUA EDDY" (capacity 42 people) depart from and arrive at Kameura Tourist Port.

There are times when the whirlpools are best viewed, so please check the website for details.

【Opening Hours】8:30 to 17:00
(The last WONDER NARUTO AQUA EDDY departs at 16:15.)
【Regular holiday】　None
【Address】〒772-0053　264-1 Oge, Tosadomariura, Naruto Town, Naruto City
【Tel】088-687-0101
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It is said that the Gyoki was founded during Tempyo era by the monk Gyoki as a training hall commissioned by By Imperial Decree of Emperor Shōmu.
Affectionately known as "Ichiban-san," it is the starting point for Shikoku The 88 Sacred Pilgrimage Sites Pilgrimage and is bustling with pilgrims all year round, dressed in white robes and wearing straw hats inscribed with "Two Traveling Together."
The temple office and pilgrimage supplies are available at the back of the car park.

Next to it is Monzen Ichibangai.
This shop is located in front of the gate of Ryozenji Temple, the first temple The Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage.
As a hub for preparing for the upcoming Shikoku Pilgrimage and for engaging with the surrounding area, which is rich in historical atmosphere,
A wide variety of items and souvenirs are available.

【Opening Hours】From 07:00
【Address】〒779-0230　Tsukahana, Bando, Oasa Town, Naruto City
【Tel】088-689-1111
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Gokurakuji Temple is the second temple on The Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage and belongs to Koyasan Shingon Sect.
It is located in a tranquil atmosphere surrounded by mountains on three sides and is filled with a wonderful religious aura.This region has been settled since ancient times, and numerous Paleolithic Age artifacts have been unearthed from the hillside behind the temple.
It was in 815 Konin 6, 1200 years ago, that Kobo Daishi designated this place as The second temple his pilgrimage.
The principal Amida Nyorai Statue, is a nationally designated Important Cultural Property.
People pray to this temple for various wishes.
In other words, they prayed to the "Jizo for Fertility Blessings" for the granting of children, to the "Patron Saint of Safe Childbirth" for a safe delivery, and to the long-lived cedar tree planted by Kobo Daishi.
This is a temple where people pray to Amida Nyorai (Amitabha Tathagata) for happiness in the next life.

【Opening Hours】From 07:00
【Address】〒779-0225　12 Hinokidannoue, Oasa Town, Naruto City
【Tel】088-689-1112
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○This shrine is famous as the largest in the prefecture.As the principal shrine of Awa Province, it has been affectionately known as "Owasahan" since ancient times and has been revered as a familiar presence for centuries.During the first three days of the New Year, the shrine is bustling with over 230,000 visitors.

○The inner shrine, "Mine Shrine," is located at the summit of Mt. Oasa, which is about a 90-minute (one way) climb behind the main shrine.This shrine enshrines Sarutahiko Omikami.The remote worship site is located behind the main hall.

○Within the grounds there is a sacred camphor tree and a German bridge.The Okusu tree is said to be 1,000 years old.It is designated as a natural monument of Naruto City.

【Opening Hours】From 06:00
【Address】〒779-0230
【Tel】088-689-1212
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It is an experiential food theme park that you can enjoy for an entire day.
The main products on offer are an agricultural produce market, fresh fish, prepared foods, butcher shops, and souvenirs made with local ingredients.
There are three restaurants: a diner, a cafe, and a fast food restaurant, and four specialty shops, including a bakery, a pudding specialty shop, and a shop specializing in Japanese and Western sweet potatoes.
We also have facilities for the whole family to enjoy, such as a zip line, a kids' space, and play equipment on the grass.

【Opening Hours】09:00 to 17:00
【Regular holiday】　Open 365 days
【Address】〒772-0042　338-1 Kanedanokoshi, Bizenjima, Otsu Town, Naruto City
【Tel】088-685-9696
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Naruto Otsuka Sports Park is a comprehensive sports park that makes maximum use of its vast 25.8-hectare site.

It is the largest sports park in Tokushima Prefecture, and is equipped with sports facilities such as an athletics stadium, baseball field, martial arts hall, archery court, tennis court, sumo ring, gymnasium and ball game court, cultural facilities as a meeting place, and park facilities such as a Japanese garden and children's playground.
In May 2007, Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. acquired the naming rights.
The athletics stadium is called Pocarisweat Stadium, the baseball field is called Oronamin C Stadium, the gymnasium is called Amino-Value Hall, and the martial arts hall is called Soyjoy Budokan .
The athletics stadium (Pocariet Stadium) is the home stadium of Tokushima Vortis.

【Address】〒772-0017　61 Shimai, Tateiwa, Muya Town, Naruto City
【Tel】088-685-3131
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Completed in November 2018, this sports facility consists of three facilities: western Japan's largest skate park, a basketball court, and a cycle station.With "Japan's most beautiful skate park" at its core, it is a central location for promoting sports, producing Olympic athletes from Naruto and sending them out into the world.
●Skate Park●
Skateboarding has become an Olympic sport and is expected to become increasingly popular in Japan!
At UZU PARK, the increased ease of movement reduces the likelihood of collisions, ensuring that all park visitors, from beginners to advanced riders, can enjoy the park.
●Basketball Court●
The basketball court colors are blue, orange, and green.
The design is inspired by the environment where the blue of Naruto sea (whirlpools), the pouring sun, and the green of the grass and mountains at UZU UZU PARK come together.
●Cycle Station●
A triangular cycling course connecting three cities: Higashikagawa City, Kagawa Prefecture, Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture, and Minamiawaji City, Hyogo Prefecture! A cycle station functions as a rest house for cyclists in Naruto City.

【Opening Hours】7:00 to 20:00
【Address】〒772-8510　48-1 Subei Iwahama, Okuwajima, Muya Town, Naruto City
【Tel】088-685-8111
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