The notebook of Tokushima, Naruto et vallée d'Iya
Cross the reliefs without running.
Popular dance, sea whirlpools and deep valleys combine three powerful landscapes of the east of Shikoku.
At your own pace
Identity summary
4 to 8 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Recommended car
City · Mountain · River · Nature
Good accessibility
Modular rhythm
General presentation
Tokushima, Naruto et vallée d'Iya
Popular dance, sea whirlpools and deep valleys combine three powerful landscapes of the east of Shikoku.
The discovery of Tokushima, Naruto and Iya Valley is structured around Awa Odori Kaikan, Iya Liana Bridge and Naruto Towers. The stay thus alternates between urban life, mountain reliefs, riverscapes and natural spaces, giving a concrete picture of the destination beyond its only best known site.
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For a stay of 4 to 8 days, it is better to balance visits and travel times. Also to be anticipated: conditions to be checked according to the season. A car is usually the easiest way to connect the different sectors. The main sites are generally easy to access.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Awa Odori Kaikan
- Iya Liana Bridge
- Tourbillons de Naruto
Before you choose
- Car often useful
- Conditions to be checked by season
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Remarkable location
Île d'Awaji
The island of Awaji connects Honshu and Shikoku by large bridges, with soft coasts, temples, gardens and views of the whirlwinds of the Strait of Naruto. On a journey to Tokushima or the Iya Valley, it offers a pleasant maritime transition between spectacular infrastructures and quieter villages.
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Awa Odori Kaikan
Awa Odori Kaikan presents the history and gestures of the great summer dance of Tokushima The museum and the demonstrations allow you to understand the rhythms, costumes and energy of the festival, without depending on the dates of the festival in August.
Bridge
Pont de lianes d'Iya
The Iya Liana Bridge crosses a clear river in a very steep valley of Shikoku. Its crossing remains short but the spaced slats impress; the access roads are winding and justify planning time for the surrounding viewpoints and villages.
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Tourbillons de Naruto
The whirlwinds of Naruto appear when the tide currents accelerate in the narrow strait between Shikoku and Awaji. Their intensity varies greatly according to the schedule: boats and bridge under the bridge offer two angles, to choose from the tide tables.
Practical tips
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