Tokushima Prefecture

Dance festivals, whirlpools, and pilgrimage trails.

Naruto Whirlpools, formed on the Naruto Strait, Tokushima Prefecture

Tokushima prefecture is located in the eastern region of the island of Shikoku. There’s a population of round about 800,000 people currently living within the prefecture. The capital city of the prefecture is Tokushima city, which has a population of 255,000. 

One of the main attractions in Tokushima Prefecture is the Awa Odori, a traditional dance festival that takes place in August. This festival is one of the largest and most famous dance festivals in Japan, attracting thousands of visitors each year.

Another famous attraction in the prefecture is the Naruto whirlpools, which are large, powerful whirlpools that can be seen in the Naruto Strait between Shikoku and Awaji Island. These whirlpools are created by the tidal currents of the Seto Inland Sea and are a popular tourist destination.

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