Ōnaruto Bridge
Facts and practical information
The Ōnaruto Bridge in Japan is an engineering marvel that spans the Naruto Strait, connecting the city of Naruto in Tokushima Prefecture on Shikoku Island with Awaji Island in Hyogo Prefecture. This impressive suspension bridge, part of the Kobe-Awaji-Naruto Expressway, stretches for 1,629 meters and was completed in 1985. It is renowned for offering stunning views of the Naruto whirlpools, a natural phenomenon caused by tidal currents in the narrow strait below.
Visitors to the bridge can experience the whirlpools from observation facilities including the Uzu no Michi, a walkway with a glass floor that extends beneath the bridge, providing a unique vantage point. The sight of the swirling waters below is both exhilarating and mesmerizing, attracting tourists from around the world.
The Ōnaruto Bridge not only serves as a vital transportation link between the islands of Japan's Seto Inland Sea but also stands as a testament to the country's advanced bridge-building technology. The bridge's tall towers and graceful curves make it a picturesque landmark against the backdrop of the sea and sky.
鳴門町土佐泊浦 / 福良丙鳴門市/南あわじ市 Tokushima
Tokushima