Landmark
Tokushima Prefecture
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Tokushima Prefecture, located on Shikoku Island, offers a blend of cultural vibrancy and natural wonder. Visitors can experience the lively Awa Odori dance festival held every August, where dancers in traditional costumes fill the streets. The Naruto whirlpools, created by tidal currents in the Naruto Strait, are a spectacular natural phenomenon best viewed from a sightseeing boat or the Onaruto Bridge walkway. The prefecture also features scenic mountains, rivers, and the historic pilgrimage route of the 88 temples.
Don't miss
- Experience the Awa Odori dance festival in August
- View the Naruto whirlpools from a boat or bridge
- Explore the scenic Yoshino River and mountain landscapes
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Tokushima Prefecture
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inPrivate Miyajima Rickshaw Tour Including Itsukushima Shrine4.9★ · 42 travelers1–2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$38 per personSee dates →
Best full dayHiroshima and Miyajima Day Trip with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry4.9★ · 653 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$45 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleMiyajima Highlights: Itsukushima Shrine & Island Nature5★ · 33 travelers~5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$139 per personSee dates →More attractions in Tokushima