About this location: Onaruto Bridge
The Onaruto Bridge, a 1,629 m suspension bridge (opened 1985), spans the Naruto Strait. The 'Uzu-no-Michi' walkway beneath has glass floors showing whirlpools 45 m below. The bridge's graceful curves paired with the strait make a spectacular view.
Key features
- Onaruto Bridge itself — 1,629 m total length, 144 m towers; the elegant suspension curves are best framed from the Awaji side
- Uzu-no-Michi — the 450 m walkway beneath the bridge, 45 m above the sea, with glass floors offering direct views down to the whirlpools
- Naruto Park and Senjojiki Observatory — a viewing hub close to the bridge; cherry blossoms paired with the bridge make a stunning spring scene
- Michi-no-Eki Uzushio (Awaji side) — a sweeping overlook of the bridge, with sunset igniting bridge and strait in vivid contrast
- Naruto Skyline — a scenic drive route with multiple observatories overlooking the bridge; especially exquisite at blue hour
