The grand views of the Naruto Strait, the history and culture passed down on the island, and food from its rich natural surroundings. Around Hotel Anaga you will find many places to experience what makes Awajishima special.
Make the hotel your base and explore the island at your own pace. Enjoy the many faces of Minamiawaji.
10 of the 11 spots are within 30 minutes of the hotel by car. Tap a number to jump to that spot.
*This is a simplified map that enlarges the area near the hotel. The rings show approximate driving times.
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The southernmost roadside station on Awajishima, right beside the Onaruto Bridge. Take in the dramatic views of the Naruto Strait while enjoying local dishes made with Awajishima onions and shopping for souvenirs.
A viewpoint overlooking the Naruto Strait and the Onaruto Bridge. From the giant onion sculpture “Oh! Tamanegi®” to local food and shopping, it is full of Awajishima charm.
A sightseeing cruise to the Naruto Strait, home to some of the largest whirlpools in the world. Look up at the Onaruto Bridge from the deck and feel the power of the currents up close.
A theater dedicated to Awaji ningyo joruri, a puppet theater tradition with about 500 years of history. Through the puppeteers, the tayu narrator and the shamisen, experience the rich culture that lives on in Awajishima.
A base for sightseeing in Minamiawaji on calm Fukura Bay. Known as the departure port for the whirlpool cruises, it has a foot bath and local souvenirs, and the relaxed feel of a harbor town.
One of Japan’s largest ceramic-panel art museums, with over 1,000 Western masterpieces from 26 countries reproduced at full size on ceramic panels. From a grand recreation of the Sistine Chapel to famous paintings from around the world, you can view great works of art up close.
An ancient shrine closely tied to Japan’s creation myth. Its huge vermilion torii gate rising above the farmland is unforgettable, and visitors come to pray for good relationships and happy marriages. It is Awajishima’s best-known place of legend.
One of the most scenic spots on the Seto Inland Sea, with white sand and a long, beautiful pine grove. Walk along the shore, and at dusk watch the sunset color the horizon, a calm moment unique to the island.
A farm park set in green countryside, with animals to meet and seasonal flowers. See the koalas, try harvesting, and enjoy food made with Awajishima ingredients: a place the whole family can enjoy for a full day.
A large farmers’ market with fresh Awajishima vegetables, fruit, seafood and local specialties. Meet seasonal produce grown with care by local farmers and get a taste of the island’s rich food culture.
One of Awajishima’s best-known winter flower spots, where delicate daffodils bloom across slopes overlooking the sea. The blue sea and the daffodils make a beautiful scene you can only enjoy in winter.
*Travel times are approximate and may vary with traffic.
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