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✨ Tour Highlights

★ Witness the world’s largest whirlpools
★ Visit Japan’s largest ceramic art museum (Otsuka Museum of Art)
★ Experience the traditional Awa Odori folk dance
★ Instagram-famous “Happiness Pancake” spot overlooking the Seto Inland Sea

*This tour operates with a minimum of 4 participants. If the minimum is not reached, guests will be notified at least one day prior to departure and offered a full refund or the option to join an alternative tour.

✅ Price Includes

Vehicle service as specified in the itinerary
Fuel costs, tolls, and highway fees
Vehicle service time: within 10 hours (in accordance with Japanese regulations)
Driver-guide service fee
- 1–13 guests: small-group tour
- 14–45 guests: bus tour
  (Vehicle and staffing will be adjusted based on the actual group size on the day of travel)
Reference vehicle types (for reference only; subject to adjustment based on group size):
- 5–8 seats: Toyota Alphard or equivalent
- 9–14 seats: Toyota Hiace or equivalent
- 18–22 seats: Mini bus
- 22 seats or above: Large coach
Children under 3 years old may join free of charge if seated on an adult’s lap;
children aged 3 and above are charged the same as adults

🧳 Luggage Policy (Day Tour)

This is a day tour and luggage is not recommended.

Each guest may carry one piece of luggage free of charge (no size limit).
Luggage details must be clearly noted at the time of booking.
Luggage not pre-declared, or more than one piece per person, will incur an additional fee of JPY 2,000 per extra piece, subject to vehicle space availability.
If undeclared luggage or undeclared infants (under 3 years old not occupying a seat) results in insufficient vehicle capacity, the driver/guide reserves the right to refuse boarding, and no refund will be provided.

❌ Price Excludes

Accommodation, meals, attraction admission tickets, optional activities, and all personal expenses
One piece of luggage per guest is free of charge (please note this when booking);
additional luggage will be charged JPY 2,000 per extra piece
Any items not mentioned in Price Includes

Itinerary

The following itinerary is for reference only. The specific attractions, visiting order, and duration may be adjusted according to actual conditions on the day of travel.

08:00 Osaka

(Minimum 6 participants. From June 6, 2025 (departure date), departures every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.)
Begin today’s wonderful journey.

Meeting Point Drop-off Package:
08:00 Nipponbashi Exit 2 (Namba/Shinsaibashi area)

Hotel/B&B Pick-up Package:
07:00–08:00 Pick-up from hotels/B&Bs within the Osaka Loop Line area

Please note: The tour will depart on time. Kindly arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes in advance.

10:00 Tokushima

The following is a choose one of two itinerary options, and you may decide based on the day’s situation:

▼ Option 1: Naruto Whirlpools (Approx. 150 minutes, free time, including time for lunch at your own expense)

The Naruto Whirlpools are one of Tokushima Prefecture’s most spectacular natural wonders. This area has the fastest tidal currents in Japan and is recognized as one of the World’s Three Great Tidal Currents, alongside the Strait of Messina (Italy) and Seymour Narrows (Canada).

As the tides change, whirlpools appear on the sea surface every few seconds — a truly fascinating natural phenomenon. Visitors can either take a sightseeing boat to observe the whirlpools up close or view them from above at the Onaruto Bridge promenade.

The following expenses are at your own cost:

① Sightseeing Cruise (Approx. 30 minutes, departs every 40 minutes)
Please note: The whirlpools have optimal viewing times that change daily. Depending on timing, whirlpools may not be visible.

Wonder Naruto Departure Times:
10:20 / 11:00 / 11:40

Reference Price:
Adult ¥1,800
Child (7–11 years) ¥900

First-Class (2nd floor):
Adult +¥1,000
Child +¥500

② Onaruto Bridge Promenade
Adult ¥510
Junior/Senior High School Student ¥410
Elementary School Student ¥260
Children under 6: Free

▼ Option 2: Otsuka Museum of Art (Approx. 150 minutes, free time, including time for lunch at your own expense)

Closed every Monday.
Additional closure dates:
July 22, July 28
(No closure in August)
September 1, 8, 16, 29
October 6, 14, 20, 27
November 4, 10, 17, 25
December 1, 8, 15, 22

On closure days, only the Naruto Whirlpools option will be available.

Reference Admission Fee:
Adult ¥3,300
University Student ¥2,200
Elementary / Junior / Senior High School Student ¥550

The Otsuka Museum of Art is Japan’s largest ceramic art museum. It exhibits life-sized reproductions of famous Western masterpieces from around the world using advanced ceramic reproduction technology.

Not only are the paintings reproduced in their original dimensions, but even the surface textures, fine cracks, and brushstrokes are faithfully recreated, preserving the artistic essence of the originals.

The museum features over 1,000 artworks carefully selected from more than 190 museums across 25 countries, spanning from ancient murals to modern paintings. Visitors can fully immerse themselves in world-famous masterpieces and freely take photos, creating unforgettable artistic memories.

13:30 Tokushima

▼ Tokushima Awa Odori Kaikan (Approx. 70 minutes, free time)

At the Awa Odori Kaikan, you can enjoy Awa Dance performances year-round. Visitors can watch performances in the hall or even join in the dance. The facility also includes a museum introducing the history of Awa Odori and a Tokushima Prefectural Products & Tourism Plaza featuring local specialties.

On the 5th floor is the ropeway station leading to Mt. Bizan.

Awa Odori performance fee is at your own expense.

2F Awa Odori Hall
“Odonarasonton Awa Odori” (40-minute performance)
Showtime: 14:00

Admission:
Adult ¥1,300
Elementary & Junior High Student ¥700

Closed:
Dec 28 – Jan 1
Second Wednesday of February, June, September, and December
(If it falls on a public holiday, closure moves to the next day.)

▼ 5F Mt. Bizan Ropeway (Alternative option when no Awa Dance performance or for guests not interested in the dance)

This is the lower station of the Mt. Bizan Ropeway connecting the Awa Odori Kaikan to the summit. The ride takes approximately 6 minutes.

From the summit, enjoy panoramic views of the Tokushima Plain facing the Kii Channel. On clear days, you can also see the Yoshino River, Onaruto Bridge, Awaji Island, and even the Kii Peninsula.

Reference Fare:
Adult (Junior High and above): Round trip ¥1,500
Elementary Student: Round trip ¥800

16:00 Awaji Island

▼ Awaji Island “Happiness Pancake” (Approx. 60 minutes, free time)

Located along the coastline overlooking the Seto Inland Sea, this is a perfect sunset viewing spot.

Guests may enjoy the indoor seating or explore the seaside terrace with popular photo spots such as the “Stairway to Heaven” and the “Bell of Happiness.”

The pancakes here are exceptionally soft, moist, and fluffy — very different from the usual dense or crispy-bottom style. These thick pancakes are incredibly airy and melt-in-your-mouth.

Afternoon tea cost: Approx. ¥1,000–¥3,000 per person (at your own expense)

17:00 Return to Osaka

(Approx. 1.5-hour drive. Arrival time is for reference only and may be earlier depending on traffic and schedule conditions.)

18:30 Osaka

Drop-off at Nipponbashi Exit 2 area and tour ends.

Guests with the Meeting Point Package will be dismissed here.

Guests with the Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off Package who choose to get off here will be considered as voluntarily giving up hotel drop-off service (no refund for transfer fee).

Hotel/B&B transfer package guests will be arranged for return transfer to their accommodation.

Shinsaibashi

Osaka’s most famous shopping street, featuring large department stores, drugstore chains, long-established brands, and boutique shops. Products of all styles and price ranges are available. Hello Kitty and Disney specialty stores are also located here.

This is also a paradise for cosmetics and skincare shopping. Many stores provide Chinese-speaking staff and accept UnionPay cards for convenient shopping.

Dotonbori

The symbol of Osaka’s food culture, lively day and night. As the birthplace of Osaka’s “eat till you drop” food culture, Dotonbori is home to famous local street foods such as takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and Kinryu Ramen, as well as traditional izakayas and popular restaurants like the well-known Kani Doraku.

Travel Information

【This tour allows free luggage. Please inform us of the number of luggage items in advance when booking.】

Once the booking is confirmed, the travel date cannot be changed. Any losses incurred due to changes must be borne by the guest.
Please provide complete and accurate information at the time of booking (full name, number of participants, phone number, email address, and pick-up location) to avoid errors that may affect the itinerary.
Please carry your passport and valuables with you at all times. Any loss, theft, or damage shall be borne by the guest.
Elderly guests, guests with cardiovascular conditions (such as high blood pressure or heart disease), and pregnant women are advised to travel with a companion.
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted to book this tour alone. A legal guardian must book and participate together.
This is a shared fixed-route tour. Guests are required to follow the scheduled stop times at each attraction and comply with the driver-guide’s arrangements.
- If you prefer a more flexible itinerary, please refer to our private charter services.
- Please arrive at the designated pick-up point on time. Late arrivals will not be waited for.
- This product cannot be refunded, rescheduled, transferred to another departure, or joined midway. If you fail to participate due to personal reasons, the loss shall be borne by yourself.
If a guest fails to participate or leaves the tour early due to personal reasons or lateness, no refund will be provided.
Guests who leave the group during the tour will be deemed to have voluntarily terminated the service, and no refund will be issued. Any resulting personal injury or property loss shall be the guest’s own responsibility.
Arrival times may vary due to traffic conditions, weather, holidays, or crowd levels. Delays or cancellations caused by these or other force majeure factors are non-refundable.
Please wear comfortable clothing and suitable walking shoes.
Please comply with Japanese laws and regulations. Do not carry prohibited items to avoid legal issues.
During free time, guests are responsible for their personal safety and belongings. Any accidents or losses caused by failure to follow advice shall be borne by the guest.

Important Tour Notes

Due to the unpredictability of traffic conditions, weather, holidays, or crowd levels, arrival times at attractions may change.
According to Japanese law, a driver’s maximum working time is 10 hours per day. To ensure safety and stable operations, the itinerary may be adjusted as necessary, including shortening visit times or canceling certain attractions.

We sincerely ask for your understanding and support regarding any such adjustments made in the interest of safety. In cases involving the above or other force majeure factors, we regret any inconvenience caused. Refunds will not be provided under these circumstances, as this policy is implemented to protect both drivers and passengers and ensure smooth tour operations.

Force Majeure Includes but Is Not Limited To

Natural disasters: earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, floods, typhoons, etc.
Traffic incidents: road accidents, severe congestion, etc.
Weather conditions: heavy snow, rainstorms, dense fog, etc.
Government regulations: emergency orders, traffic controls, etc.
Medical emergencies: sudden illness or injury of a guest or group member
Social events: strikes, protests, social unrest
Mechanical failures: vehicle breakdowns or malfunctions

Cancellation & Refund Policy

More than 3 days before departure (excluding the departure date): 100% refund
2–3 days before departure (including those days): 50% refund
1 day before departure or on the departure date: No refund