Top Tokushima Prefecture Shore Excursions

Proud recipient of the 2026 Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Award, placing us among the top 10% of experiences worldwide. Please note that even if you select “Tour Language: English(written),” the driver speaks Japanese only. Communication will be supported using a translation app, and English tour information will be provided in advance. Explore the beauty of Tokushima on this private shore excursion from Komatsushima Port. Enjoy stunning views of the Naruto whirlpools along the Uzunomichi Walkway and take in the panoramic vistas from the Naruto Skyline overlooking the Seto Inland Sea. Visit Ryozenji and Gokurakuji, the first two revered temples of the Shikoku Pilgrimage, where tranquility reigns. The journey wraps up at the German House, a museum celebrating the cultural ties between Japan and Germany before returning to the port. - Private tour offering personalized experiences for cruise passengers - Convenient round-trip transfers from Komatsushima Port included

Experience the best of Naruto on this full-day tour combining art, scenery, and natural wonders. Begin at the Otsuka Museum of Art, where you’ll walk among stunning life-size ceramic reproductions of masterpieces from around the world. Enjoy a leisurely lunch at the seaside AoAwo Resort, offering fresh flavors and ocean views. Continue to the Naruto Mountain Observatory for breathtaking vistas over the Naruto Strait, then board a sightseeing cruise to witness the powerful and mesmerizing Naruto whirlpools up close. This tour offers a perfect balance of culture, relaxation, and unforgettable scenery. Note: If you select the cycling option, the tour will not include a visit to the Otsuka Museum of Art.

For a more efficient way to explore Iya Valley, take a private taxi on a 4-hour tour! To start your day, meet your driver at your hotel, or anywhere at your convenience. Potential stops on a four-hour tour include the Manikin Peeing Boy Statue, with stunning views of the steep surrounding mountains, turquoise Iya River and Iya Kazurabashi vine bridge. Note*1: The driver for this tour has a limited level of English. Your driver will communicate with you using a translation app. Please decide your itinerary or send a list of your desired sites to see 1 week before the tour date and send it directly to Japan Guide Agency. Note*2: Tour details has a possibility of change due to seasonal influence, Mt. Tsurugi and Okuiyanijukazurabashi is closed during the winter season, December to March. Note*3: Four hours is NOT enough to visit both of Iya-valley area and Oku-Iya Kazurabashi double vine bridges and Mt. Tsurugi. Please choose which you prioritize.

Begin your private shore excursion with pickup directly from Komatsushima Port. Travel comfortably in your own private vehicle. Unlike a large group tour, there is no need to keep pace with other travelers, allowing you to enjoy each destination at your own pace. Begin at Awa Odori Kaikan, where you can discover the history and culture of Tokushima’s famous Awa Odori dance. Continue by ropeway to Mt. Bizan and enjoy panoramic views over Tokushima City and the surrounding landscape. Next, visit Tokushima Central Park, located on the former site of Tokushima Castle. Stroll through the historic castle grounds and see remaining stone walls and other traces of the former stronghold. The driver speaks Japanese, with communication assisted by a translation app. Before your tour, you will receive an English digital guidebook about the itinerary and sightseeing locations. Pre-tour customer support is available in English. Return to Komatsushima Port in time for your ship’s departure.