2025 Minamiawaji Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

To Awajishima, Hyogo Prefecture~~🧅 Awajishima is an island floating in the Seto Inland Sea, and is said to be the first island born in Japan. To the Uzu-no-Oka Onaruto Memorial Museum. Awajishima's love for onions is huge. A giant onion object "Otama-negi"✨ Be sure to take a commemorative photo📷 Onion catchers, onion katsura, and other onion-themed items are available, and you can even buy onion souvenirs!! The Awajishima burger was delicious🍔😋 Then we went to the famous Happy Pancake Awajishima Resort, which has a long line of customers. It melted in my mouth and was delicious😋 #absolutely free trip #domestic travel #tourism

#Sign up for May Hotel Test Sleeper 2025 Generally speaking, the main destinations for people going to Osaka are Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe. In fact, Awaji Island in Hyogo is very close to Kobe, and you can also go back and forth from Osaka in one day. Awaji Island is the largest island in the Seto Inland Sea in Hyogo Prefecture. It is also the closest island to Kansai and can be visited back and forth in one day. Recommended attractions 💫 1️⃣ Happy muffins🥞 It is a date paradise for couples. Sitting on the terrace along the coast, feeling the sea breeze, enjoying soft waffles and summer latte is extremely relaxing. There is also a check-in point‼ ️ Ladder of happiness, happy disc, angle swing, etc. 2️⃣ Honfukuji Temple✨ The Water Palace of Honpuku-ji Temple is a representative work of Tadao Ando, ​​a temple hidden under a lotus pond. 3️⃣ Naruto Whirlpool🌀 The whirlpools of Awaji Island are a world-famous natural phenomenon, and are known as the largest in the world. The strong currents form spectacular whirlpools under the Naruto Strait between Awaji Island and Shikoku. 4️⃣ Giant Onion Observation Deck When you come to Awaji Island, you must see the giant onions! There is a 2.87-meter-high onion sculpture here, and there are special onion burgers waiting for you to taste. 5️⃣Ezaki Lighthouse The Ezaki Lighthouse on Shioming Mountain is a great place to watch the sunset. Facing the tranquil Seto Inland Sea, watching the sunset slowly sink into the horizon is a beautiful sight. 🔹This is a good place for daydreaming and taking photos. You can stop and walk here to feel the laziness and comfort of this island. It is suitable for shopping, eating, taking photos and checking in. ⚠️Warm Tips: Check the tide time in advance: make sure you don’t miss the best time to see the Naruto Whirlpool. 🏝️Transportation: From Osaka➡️You can take the train from Hanshin Umeda Station to Maiko Station or Sannomiya Station, then transfer to the express bus to Awaji Island; or take the express bus directly from Umeda Bus Terminal to

If you want to visit the northern part of Awaji Island and the west coast, you can easily get around by bus. There are free and paid buses, but they depart from Awaji Interchange and Iwaya Port Terminal, so you won't have any trouble finding a starting point. The free bus mainly travels around affiliated stores on the west coast, centering on Nijigen no Mori. Please note that although it is free, it is only for facility users. The paid bus is a route bus, but it covers the main tourist spots. Please check the timetable before departing and enjoy your bus trip. ◆Free shuttle bus You can visit the west coast, centering on Nijigen no Mori ◆Awakami Awahime Bus (Awaji City Life Tourism Bus) 500 yen per trip, 1,000 yen for a one-day unlimited pass #Bus trip 2024 #Awaji Island

☑︎A full tank of gas is essential →Make sure to fill it up before you go to the island! ☑︎Make reservations in advance for restaurants that accept reservations →To use your time effectively ☑︎Nearby parking lots may be full →Allow yourself plenty of time ☑︎Check out hidden spots →We recommend taking a walk with a donkey at Awaji Country Garden ☑︎Many facilities allow you to bring your dog →Hotels, restaurants, and tourist facilities welcome you Most roads are well-maintained, but they can be narrow in the mountains and there are many pedestrians on the west coast, so drive safely and enjoy your trip to Awaji Island. #Checklist before traveling #Awaji Island

"SolaVilla Umi Terrace Minami Awaji" in Hyogo Prefecture 🏝️ Located on the seafront of Awaji Island, all rooms are oceanfront, and the view from the rooms is amazing! ☀️ You can enjoy a barbecue on the large balcony 🍖 The kitchen is well equipped, so you can cook your own ingredients and enjoy various other ways ✨ The sunset is also very beautiful, so this is also a point you should check out 🌟 📍SolaVilla Umi Terrace Minami Awaji 〒656-0332 1131-1 Minato, Minami Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture #AccommodationTravelRecordLine #AwajiIsland #Hyogo #HyogoTourism #HotelStay

When you visit Awaji Island, make sure to stop by 'Shichi Cafe,' a renovated onion warehouse turned cafe. Their most popular dish is the hearty fried chicken plate. The menu features ingredients sourced from Awaji Island, making it a must-visit spot for tourists! ୨୧ ‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥୨୧ Shop: Shichi Cafe (Former Onion Warehouse) Location: 447-1 Yagi Shinjo, Minamiawaji City, Hyogo Prefecture Access: About 10 minutes by car from Seidan Mihara IC Business Hours: Fri-Sun 11:00-19:00 Tue-Thu 11:00-17:00 Closed: Mondays Parking: Free parking available ୨୧ ‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥୨୧

This is a standard classic room with no designated view. It is 35 square meters in size, so I think it will be spacious even if several people stay. There is an amenity buffet and water (one bottle per person) in the lobby, so please don't forget to bring it if you need it. This hotel is recommended for holidays. ✱----------------------------------------------- [Name] Grand Mercure Awajishima Resort & Spa (formerly Hotel & Resorts Minami Awaji) [Location] 317 Fukura-hei, Minami Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture [Access] About 20 minutes by car from Seiawasa Mihara [Accommodation plan] Classic room (no designated view) with breakfast, check-in 15:00 check-out 11:00, 2 people per room @ 12,000 x 2 people = 24,000 yen Visit date: September 2024 -----------------------------------------------✱ #Hotel trip #100 travel styles #Domestic travel #Tourism #Awaji Island #Hyogo tourism

I tried the 'Kiaji (Golden Horse Mackerel)' from Numajima for the first time. On this day, there were also Ebisu Sea Bream, Octopus, Bluefin Tuna, and Live Abalone from Awaji Island. The abalone was so fresh it was still moving, and it came with its liver. The seafood bowl was incredibly delicious, reaching a level of emotional impact. If you want to enjoy local fish dishes from Awaji, I recommend Santomi. Reservations are essential. ◆Seafood Bowl 1,980 yen *Fish varies by day ✱----------------------------------------------- 【Name】Ajidokoro Santomi 【Location】189-1 Kachiu Hachiman Minami, Minamiawaji City, Hyogo Prefecture 【Access】About 10 minutes by car from Seidan Mihara IC 【Business Hours】11:30-14:00, 17:00-22:00 【Closed】Tuesdays, Monday nights Visit Date: September 2024 -----------------------------------------------✱

The breakfast buffet at Mercure Awaji Island was fantastic. They had salmon benedict, croissants made with fermented butter, and sukiyaki with Awaji beef. The buffet featured a wide variety of local ingredients and dishes, making it enjoyable for both adults and children. Highly recommended for those looking for a delicious breakfast. ✱----------------------------------------------- 【Name】Grand Mercure Awaji Island Resort & Spa (formerly Hotel & Resorts Minami Awaji) 【Location】317 Fukura Hei, Minamiawaji City, Hyogo Prefecture 【Access】About 20 minutes by car from Nishi-Awaji Mihara 【Accommodation Plan】Classic Room (no view specified) with breakfast, check-in at 15:00, check-out at 11:00, 2 people per room @12,000 yen x 2 people = 24,000 yen Visit Date: September 2024 -----------------------------------------------✱

Large public bath, open-air bath, sauna, and a relaxing spa. The hotel also offers a ping-pong table (reservation required, free of charge), which is a delightful addition to the onsen experience. The lounge serves Western liquor, snacks, and free drinks. This hotel, which was rebranded and reopened in April 2024, offers attractive services. It is popular among families and groups. ✱----------------------------------------------- Name: Grand Mercure Awaji Island Resort & Spa (formerly Hotel & Resorts Minami Awaji) Location: 317 Fukura Hei, Minami Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture Access: About 20 minutes by car from Nishi-Awaji Mihara Accommodation Plan: Classic Room (no view specified) with breakfast, check-in at 15:00, check-out at 11:00, 2 people per room @12,000 yen x 2 people = 24,000 yen Visit Date: September 2024 -----------------------------------------------✱

Hotel Anaga is an adult inn overlooking the Naruto Strait from a small hill on the southwestern tip of Awaji Island. Pets are allowed to stay with only three groups per day (Doggy Villa type). There are only a few cottage-type rooms, so you can spend an elegant time as if you were staying in a villa. The restaurant and reception are in the main building, but transportation is available between the main building and the cottages. Visiting period: Mid-April 2024 ✼••┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈••✼ Facility name📍Hotel Anaga Address📍1109 Anaga, Minami Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture Room type📍Doggy Villa (Standard) Check-in/out📍15:00/11:00 Access📍 ・Approximately 7 minutes from Awajishima Minami IC on the Kobe Awaji Naruto Expressway ・Approximately 15 minutes by shuttle from Rikunominato Nishi Awaji ✼••┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈••✼ #Hotel Anaga #Luxury Hotel #Gourmet Inn #Hotel with a great view #Hocans #Minami Awaji #Going out with pets #Hotel where you can stay with pets #Photogenic hotel #Domestic travel #Hotel review #Staying in a cottage

A fresh donut shop that's been getting a lot of attention recently has recently opened in Minami Awaji City! The menu has three items: omelet rice, fresh donuts, and Danish pastries, and the interior of the shop has the atmosphere of a Korean cafe. The fresh donuts are fluffy and not at all heavy, with just the right amount of sweetness, making them easy to eat. ୨୧ ‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥୨୧ Store: TODAY cafe Address: 310-3 Hirota, Minami Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture Access: 5 minutes by car from Sumoto Interchange Opening hours: Lunch 11:30-14:30 Closed: Irregularly Parking: Free parking available ୨୧ ‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥୨୧ #Hyogo #Awaji Island Tourism #Awaji Island #Awaji #Kinki Tourism #Cafe #Cafe Tour #Korean Cafe #Fresh Donuts #Cafe 2024

Awaji Island, known as the 'Santorini of Japan' 🌊 Here you can find the same Sky Ladder 🪜 as seen in 'The Truman Show'. If you come to Japan, don't miss this lazy and cozy island in the Seto Inland Sea. - ⛵ Recommended Spots ✅ Awaji Island You can stroll around the island and gaze at the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge 🌉. On the highlands at the northern tip of Awaji Island, you can see hills covered with flowers 💐. The small eateries along the coast are also full of artistic vibes. - ✅ Photo Spots Works by the master architect Tadao Ando - the Stage of Dreams, the Stairway to Happiness leading to the blue sea and sky 📷, the transparent Happiness Chair by the sea, the Ring of Happiness, and the Bell of Happiness are all great for taking photos. - ✅ Seaside Lunch Enjoy a seafood barbecue lunch 🦀 with an endless sea view in front of you, it's simply too pleasant! - ✅ Happy Pancakes When you come to Awaji Island, Happy Pancakes is a must-visit! This is a super popular internet-famous spot, facing the Seto Inland Sea 🐠, enjoying the sea view while savoring delicious food. - ⛵ Itinerary ▫ 8:45 Meet at Dotonbori Kani Doraku East Store, Osaka ▫ 10:30 Awaji Island Road Station (10:30~11:10) ▫ 11:30 Awaji Island Flower Sea Park ▫ 12:45 Enjoy lunch ▫ 15:05 Awaji Island Happy Pancake Terrace ▫ 19:15 Disband at Dotonbori Kani Doraku East Store, Osaka -

This time we are introducing the following! "/Kariko Resort" on Awaji Island The sea is right in front of you, and the grounds are spacious, so you can feel like you are at a resort and take photos🤳, take a walk🚶♀️🚶, or have a cafe on the stylish terrace☕️. You can spend half a day here, and entering the facility and parking🅿️ are all free!! 😂✨✨✨💕 There are also plenty of cute photo spots📸✨ When you go down to the bottom, the sea is right in front of you🌊 The entire facility is built along the sea, so you can see the sea from anywhere, which is great😊! This is actually a wedding venue👰♀️💒, but it is open to the public for free😍 The facility is large, so there are free tuk-tuks🛺 that you can use🌴☀️ We also recommend purchasing food at the only cafe in the facility, Bakery Cafe Misaki🥯🥐, and spending a relaxing time at your favorite seat while looking at the sea! There aren't many facilities like this, so be sure to stop by when you come to Awaji Island🤗💞 《Save》 it and use it to plan your trip❤️ 📝﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏ Spot details 📍 Calico Resort 🏷️ 1475-9 Tsui, Minami Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture 🕐 10:00-17:00 💰 Free 🚗 Free parking available ☑︎ We recommend the 4th parking lot near the chapel. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ✎﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏ Tips 🚗 About parking ☑ There are parking lots 1 to 4. The parking lot closest to the chapel⛪️ and cafe☕️ is parking lot 4, and the farthest is parking lot 1. ⚠️ For those who drive ☑ Even to parking lot 1, the road is narrow and it is difficult to pass other vehicles, so if you are not confident in your driving skills, be prepared. 📝Special Offers ☑The grounds of Calico Resort are large, so there are free tuk-tuks that run around the park, so if you are not confident in driving, we recommend parking in the first parking lot and using a tuk-tuk🛺✨ You can also enjoy the atmosphere, so if you have time, please use it🌼 ☕️About the Cafe ☑There is a bread shop called Bakery Cafe Misaki at the very back. There is information that during busy periods such as holidays, the tickets are sold out by midday, so if you want to use the service, it is recommended that you go in the morning 👏🌺🌺 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - \Couples who love going out/ ▷Instagram @oneandonly.us We are currently posting information on places to go out, mainly in Kansai and Shikoku ϟ We are also looking for your recommended places 👏 #Awajishima #Awajishima tourism #Awajishima trip #Awajishima date #photogenic spot #sea #Awajishima cafe #solo trip #recommended for date #couple trip #gourmet trip #girls trip #free spot

Onokoro Shrine is a sacred place that cannot be missed in mythology. In the "Creation of the Land Myth," Izanagi and Izanami used the Heavenly Swallowtail Spear to stir the tide from the Heavenly Floating Bridge, and the tide dripped from the tip of the spear and piled up to form "Onokoro Island." It is said that the most likely candidate for Onokoro Island is Numashima! It is also interesting that the shape of the island is like a magatama. On Numashima is the name of the shrine. To get here, you have to climb a long flight of stone steps. The view is as if it is stretching up to the sky. The main building and the main hall are simple, but this actually creates a simplicity, and there is nothing unnecessary, making it feel clean and neat. If you go a little further inside the shrine, you will find stone statues of Izanagi and Izanami. ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ ❥❥ Onokoro Shrine ⛴Numashima Port →🚶‍♀️About 13 minutes walk ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ #Jigyo Shrine #Onokoro Shrine #Shrine Visit #Power Spot #777 #Hyogo Tourism

Suddenly! I wanted to go and see Shikoku! First, here is a record from Tokushima. Places visited ①Naruto whirlpools ②Otsuka Museum of Art ③Awa Odori ④Chinese noodles "Inotani" ①Naruto whirlpools Ride a boat into the whirlpools! The sea breeze is pleasant, and you can see the whirlpools up close. You won't get wet. Be careful if you get seasick. You can see the whirlpools from the bridge. ②Otsuka Museum of Art Famous paintings from all over the world are gathered here! ③Awa Odori A theatrical version of the dance style where they show you a demonstration and dance with you! ④Chinese noodles "Inotani" A ramen shop with a line-up! Exciting and thrilling The flavor of the meat is soaked in, and it tastes like nothing I've ever eaten before! I ate it up in no time, and it was a lick! #Tokushima #Tokushima gourmet #Whirlpools #Otsuka Museum of Art #Awa Odori

Apparently the whirlpools are impressive in the spring, and as it was my first time I was a bit worried about the swaying, but I enjoyed it! There aren't many buses, but I was able to take the free shuttle bus to the observation deck and roadside station, where I could buy a delicious lunch and souvenirs, so I was very satisfied ^_^ There are also buses from Kobe, so even if you don't have a car, it's a great day trip, so I recommend it. #food #greatview #Awajishima #whirlpoolcruise #familytrip #coupletrip

\Awaji Island's #Otama-negi 🧅/ Awaji Island's famous spot "#Otama-negi" 👀 The onions, which stand out against the grass, sea, and blue sky, are bigger than you'd think! There are tables with sliced ​​onions around, and even a truck with onions on it 🚚 It was a holiday so I couldn't do it, but apparently there's also an "onion UFO catcher"...! (I wanted to do it... I regret it...) Deliver it with onions! #photogenicspot #AwajiIsland #Otama-negi #WesternJapan

Speaking of Awaji Island, this is a must-try✨ The "exquisite✨Awaji Island 3-year-old tiger pufferfish" is just delicious✨ The season was almost over, and we were the only guests staying that day who chose the Awaji Island 3-year-old tiger pufferfish course✨Lucky✨✨ Tiger pufferfish is thick, rich, and elastic, and is a taste that sets it apart from other pufferfish✨ The dessert pudding made with Awaji milk is creamy and incredibly delicious💗 During tiger pufferfish season, be sure to stay at "Awaji Hana Hotel" to eat Awaji Island 3-year-old tiger pufferfish✨✨ #breathtakingviews #gourmettrip #remoteislandtrip #valuehotel

Deities: Izanagi-no-Mikoto, Izanami-no-Mikoto Jointly enshrined: Kikurihime-no-Mikoto, also known as Kukurihime-no-Mikoto I'm sure you've all heard of these names before. Yes, this is Onokorojima Shrine, the sacred place where the Japanese gods were born. ⛩️✨ According to the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki, in the ancient Age of the Gods, at the time of the creation of the land, the two gods stood on the Heavenly Floating Bridge and stirred the ocean with the Heavenly Spear, and the water that dripped from the spear naturally solidified and became an island, which is Onokorojima. The two gods landed on this island, built Yahiroden, and first built Awaji Island, and then one after another developed the Great Eight Islands. It is written that the two gods then landed on this island, built Yahiroden, and then built Awaji Island, and one after another developed the Great Eight Islands. The shrine enshrines the two gods Izanagi and Izanami, known as the gods of matchmaking and safe childbirth. These two gods are also the parents of Amaterasu Omikami. The 21.7m-tall vermilion-painted torii gate, erected in March 1982, is an eye-catching sight. #Remote Island Travel #Shrine #Breathtaking Views

The breakfast at Awaji Hana Hotel was delicious✨ They also catered for allergies, and served grilled fish instead of tamagoyaki✨ The free food rice balls were made with freshly made piping hot rice. All the different breads were delicious, and the maple bread was the best! The corn potage, coffee, and tea were also delicious, and it was a very filling breakfast~✨✨✨ Also, even if you're staying without meals, you can still eat the free food, potage, coffee, etc. In other words, you can eat breakfast even if you're staying without meals✨ #gourmet trip #value hotel #remote island trip

Minami Awaji City on Awaji Island is a great place to start sightseeing. "Awaji Hana Hotel" is a business hotel✨ There is a main building and an east building, but this time I stayed in room 508 on the top floor of the east building. The room was very spacious, and the bed was also very comfortable😊 There were very few amenities, and they were all things that women do not need. Bring a hairbrush, lotion, cotton swabs, cotton, etc. with you~🤟 #Hyogo Prefecture #Remote Island Trip #Awaji Island

#AbsolutelyFreeTrip 📍Fuku Cafe We stopped off at Fuku Cafe while driving around Awaji Island. It was such a great cafe that I couldn't believe we found it in the middle of a trip! The signature dish is curry topped with a whole onion from Awaji Island🍛 The onion was sweet and creamy, and the flavor spread throughout my mouth. It was the best... The curry was also rich, and the rice just kept coming! After the meal, we ordered fluffy waffles and an owl-patterned cafe au lait☕🧇 The latte art on the cafe au lait was so cute that I couldn't help but take a picture🦉♡ The sweets were also authentic, and both my stomach and my heart were very satisfied! 📮224 Yamabun Nagata, Minami Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture, 656-0152 🍛Recommended: Whole onion curry, waffles, latte art cafe au lait 🚗Parking available/A relaxing cafe perfect for a break during your trip

#AbsolutelyFreeTrip 📍Shichi Cafe, Former Onion Warehouse Site Shichi Cafe, Former Onion Warehouse Site, quietly sits in the warehouse district of Minami Awaji City, Awaji Island. This stylish cafe was renovated from a spacious space that was originally an onion warehouse, and offers a wide variety of menu items using local ingredients 🧅♡ The interior of the store has high ceilings and a great sense of openness. There are DIY tables and chairs lined up, and there are also semi-private rooms and sofa seats, so you can spend your time relaxing! The recommended item is the "Zebra Burger Set." The Awaji beef patty and onion fries made from Awaji Island onions are perfectly balanced, making it juicy and filling. The homemade tomato sauce and mayonnaise go perfectly together, making it very satisfying to eat 🔥 The lunch menu also includes luxurious dishes such as the "Roast Beef Karaage Shrimp Fried Plate" and the "Sea Urchin Salmon Roe Rice Bowl Moshio Karaage Shrimp Fried Plate." All dishes are made with plenty of local ingredients and are delicious! For dessert, there are fried waffles, parfaits, shaved ice, and more, so even those with a sweet tooth will be pleased with the lineup 🍧🍨 Opening hours are 11:00-17:00 (last orders 16:00), with irregular holidays. There is a parking lot with 30 spaces, making it easy for families, couples, and groups to use ✨️ Please be sure to visit 🫧

#5月好去地方2025 The Naruto Whirlpool is located in the Naruto Strait in Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture. It is one of the three major tidal currents in the world. Due to the tidal range and topography, a huge whirlpool is formed, with a maximum diameter of 20 meters. Taking a tide-watching boat allows you to appreciate this spectacular natural phenomenon up close, which is one of the most representative sightseeing experiences in Tokushima. Before going, it is recommended to confirm the "whirlpool size" on the official website and make a reservation for a limited boat (you can see the whirlpool through the transparent glass). From JR Naruto Station, take the Tokushima Bus (Naruto Park Line)* to the "Tide-Watching Boat Boarding Ground (うずしお榳潮船)" stop. The journey takes about 20 to 25 minutes. After getting off the bus, walk about 3 minutes to reach the pier (Naruto Tide-Watching Boat うずしお機船). 🕰️Business hours: The large tide-watching boat "わんだーなると" 9:00～16:20 Every 30～40 minutes (about 30 minutes) Small high-speed boat "Akako" Sailing at specific times (reservation required) 💰Per capita consumption: Large ship（わんだーなると）¥1,800 Small boat (アクアエディ) ¥2,400 #Narutowhirlpool🌀

#japanitinerary perfectly beautiful place, absolutely flawless. I brought my old dog, but he was comfortable without slipping on the floor.There is also a dog run in the courtyard, which is very convenient.I was moved when the morning sun rose in front of the large window. It was such an inspiring room that I felt I could spend a whole day just looking out the window, watching the snow and the ships.overall awesome for me

#springitinerary The Onaruto Bridge in Naruto, Japan, was breathtaking! Spanning the Naruto Strait, it connects Awaji Island to Shikoku. The bridge's suspension design and stunning views of the swirling whirlpools below made for an unforgettable experience. I marveled at the engineering feat and took in the natural beauty of the strait. The bridge's scenic views and unique surroundings made it a highlight of my trip. Onaruto Bridge is a must-visit for anyone interested in engineering, nature, or simply taking in the sights of Japan's scenic landscapes. A truly impressive structure.

As a travel enthusiast, I’m sharing my personally curated list of must-visit places in Awaji Island that I absolutely loved! 😊✨ ① [Awaji Yumebutai / Hyakudan-en] A stunning garden where Tadao Ando’s architecture meets flowers from around the world 💐. The dungeon-like structure adds an exciting touch! ② [Uzunooka Onaruto Bridge Memorial Hall] Don’t miss taking a photo with the iconic giant onion statue 📸🧅. You can also enjoy Awaji Island burgers and other local delicacies 🍔. ③ [Honpukuji Water Temple] Be amazed by the beauty of Tadao Ando’s architecture. The red main hall floating on the water is mystical and truly soul-cleansing ⛩️✨. ④ [Tako Senbei no Sato] A popular spot for free tastings and drinks 🍘. Perfect for souvenirs, and the restrooms are impressively clean! ⑤ [waSTEP Awajishima / SHIMAUMA] Indulge in Awaji beef burgers at the specialty shop "Shimauma" 🍔🐮💓. The local specialties and cute ramune soda will surely lift your spirits! ⸻