Naruto Strait
鳴門海峡 · 나루토시
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation1:43
Welcome to the Naruto Strait, a narrow and turbulent passage of water that separates Awaji Island from Shikoku. This is not merely a scenic waterway; it is the site of one of nature’s most violent and captivating displays: the…
Listen in the app2The Onaruto Bridge — An Engineering Marvel1:36
Spanning the strait is the Onaruto Bridge, a double-decked suspension bridge completed in 1985 that connects Minami-Awaji to Naruto City. This structure is a marvel of modern engineering, designed to withstand not only the fierce…
Listen in the app3Uzonomichi — The Glass-Bottomed Path1:32
The Uzonomichi walkway offers a more intimate encounter with the Naruto Strait. This 450-meter-long corridor is built into the support structure of the Onaruto Bridge and leads to an observation room situated directly above the…
Listen in the app4Sightseeing Cruises — At the Heart of the Vortex1:26
For those seeking a more visceral experience, a sightseeing cruise is essential. Boats like the 'Wonder Naruto' or the 'Aqua Eddy' depart regularly from Naruto Port and take you right into the thick of the action. …
Listen in the app5The Science of the Tides — A 6-Hour Cycle1:29
To truly appreciate the Naruto Whirlpools, one must understand the lunar and solar mechanics that drive them. The tides are primarily caused by the gravitational pull of the moon, and in the Naruto Strait, this results in a tidal…
Listen in the app6Naruto National Park — The Terrestrial Perspective1:27
Surrounding the strait is the Naruto National Park, which offers numerous terrestrial observatories for those who prefer to view the whirlpools from a distance. The park is a lush, green landscape of pine-covered hills that…
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Across the bridge on the Awaji Island side, the experience takes on a slightly different flavor. Awaji is often called the 'Galapagos of Nature' due to its unique flora and fauna. …
Listen in the app8Closing1:08
As the tide turns once again, our journey through the Naruto Strait comes to a close. We have moved from the high-tech vantage points of the Onaruto Bridge to the splashing heart of the whirlpools themselves. …
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What is Naruto Strait?
Naruto Strait is a place in 나루토시 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 나루토시 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 11 min 54 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 34.2376, 134.6527 |
| Last updated |
