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Tokushima

Japan · Port

Ships calling
4ships
Upcoming sailings
25sailings
Average stay
12hours

Norwegian Cruise Line and Regent Seven Seas Cruises call at Tokushima, usually staying for about 10 hours. The port is located midway along a route connecting coastal cities in Japan, including Kobe and Osaka.

Cruises visiting Tokushima25

23-night round-trip cruise from TokyoMar 6(Sat) · Sapphire Princess
Per person fromKRW 5,690,000
23-night round-trip cruise from YokohamaMar 16(Tue) · Diamond Princess
Per person fromKRW 6,260,000
22-night round-trip cruise from TokyoMar 17(Wed) · Sapphire Princess
Per person fromKRW 5,200,000
12-night round-trip cruise from TokyoMar 17(Wed) · Sapphire Princess
Per person fromKRW 2,790,000
9-night cruise from YokohamaMar 23(Tue) · Norwegian Jade
Per person fromKRW 3,520,000
12-night round-trip cruise from YokohamaMar 27(Sat) · Diamond Princess
Per person fromKRW 2,790,000
24-night round-trip cruise from YokohamaMar 27(Sat) · Diamond Princess
Per person fromKRW 5,510,000
19-night round-trip cruise from YokohamaJul 28(Wed) · Diamond Princess
Per person fromKRW 5,670,000
21-night round-trip cruise from YokohamaAug 5(Thu) · Diamond Princess
Per person fromKRW 5,040,000
11-night round-trip cruise from YokohamaAug 5(Thu) · Diamond Princess
Per person fromKRW 3,170,000
30-night cruise from VancouverSep 15(Wed) · Seven Seas Explorer
Per person fromKRW 29,290,000
11-night round-trip cruise from TokyoOct 4(Mon) · Seven Seas Explorer
Per person fromKRW 16,750,000

Showing the next 12 cruises out of 25 visiting this port.

Ports before and after this stop

These ports appear before or after this stop on the same itinerary. The numbers show how often they occur together.

Cruise lines calling here

  • Norwegian Cruise Line
  • Princess Cruises
  • Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Cruise port in Japan

Tokushima

Allow about 20 min each way from the terminal to the city center. Average time in port: 10 hours. 23 places to explore.

Ships calling here
4 ships
Upcoming sailings
25 sailings
Average time in port
About 10 hours
Lowest fare
From USD 1,414

After disembarking

Cruise ships dock at Tokushima-Komatsushima Port Akaishi Berth. Allow about 20 min each way from the terminal to the city center.

  • Where the ship docks

    Cruise ships dock at Tokushima-Komatsushima Port Akaishi Berth.

  • Getting into Town from the Tokushima Cruise Quay

    Akaishi Quay at Tokushima-Komatsushima Port, where large cruise ships berth, is about 15 km south of Tokushima City. A free cruise line or municipal shuttle bus, or a taxi, is necessary for the transfer.

  • Regional Bus and Train from Tokushima to Naruto

    From JR Tokushima Station, take Tokushima Bus Naruto Line or a JR Naruto Line train to reach Naruto Park and town in about 40 minutes.

  • Check the Naruto Whirlpool Tide Schedule in Advance

    The Naruto whirlpools are most impressive for about 1–2 hours around high and low tide, when the tidal range is large. Before your visit, check that day's Uzushio tide schedule.

About 10 hours in port: where can you go?

Time available at the destination after subtracting return travel.

Return travel Time at destination

Calculated from the average time in port. Return deadlines vary by sailing; check the daily programme on board.

Between the terminal, city and airport

Travel between the terminal, city center, railway station and airport.

ShuttleAbout 20 minJPY 0~JPY 500

Tokushima Cruise Terminal → JR Tokushima Station

At the stop in front of the terminal exit, take the shuttle bus to JR Tokushima Station.

BusAbout 45 minJPY 720

JR Tokushima Station → Naruto Park

At platform 1 of the bus terminal in front of Tokushima Station, take a Tokushima Bus to Naruto Park.

WalkAbout 10 minJPY 0

JR Tokushima Station → Awa Odori Kaikan

Walk 10 minutes from the south exit of Tokushima Station along Shinmachi shopping street toward Bizan.

Tokushima places to explore

Explore 15 checked places. Select a pin to see its card, or choose View on map from a card.

Awa Odori Kaikan
Sights

Awa Odori Kaikan

This cultural complex lets visitors watch performances of Awa Odori, Tokushima's traditional festival dance with a 400-year history, demonstrated year-round by dedicated dancers, and learn the dance steps themselves.

Visit
about 1 hr
Admission
JPY 800
Official website
Tokushima Castle Museum
Sights

Tokushima Castle Museum

This museum preserves and exhibits tea utensils, arms and armor, historical documents, and the scenic Omote Goten Garden once owned by the Hachisuka family.

Visit
about 45 min
Admission
JPY 300
Official website
Bizan Ropeway
Sights

Bizan Ropeway

This cable car connects the fifth floor of the Awa Odori Kaikan with the summit of Mount Bizan in about 6 minutes. It offers fine views of Tokushima City, the Yoshino River, and the Kii Channel.

Visit
about 40 min
Admission
JPY 1,030
Official website
Bizan Park
Sights

Bizan Park

This observation park is on the summit of Mount Bizan and offers panoramic views extending to Awaji Island and the Kii Peninsula on clear days.

Visit
about 45 min
Admission
Free
Official website
Aizumi Historical Museum Aizome
Sights

Aizumi Historical Museum Aizome

This attraction preserves the history of Awa aizome, Tokushima's traditional natural indigo dyeing, and traditional houses. Visitors can try dyeing a handkerchief or cloth themselves.

Visit
about 1 hr
Admission
JPY 300~JPY 1,500
Official website
Tokushima Castle Ruins
Sights

Tokushima Castle Ruins

This was the former stronghold of the Hachisuka family, lords of the Tokushima Domain. Its imposing stone walls and old castle gate, Washi-no-mon, preserve a historic atmosphere.

Visit
about 50 min
Admission
Free
Official website

Trips nearby

With enough time in port, you can explore beyond the city. One-way times are approximate.

Naruto

About 40 min each wayTime at destination About 8 hr 30 min
  • Otsuka Museum of Art
    SightsOtsuka Museum of Art

    This is the world’s only museum of ceramic-panel reproductions of masterpieces, displaying around 1,000 Western masterpieces from around 190 art museums in 26 countries, reproduced at their original size on special ceramic panels.

    As the building extends from 3 basement floors to 2 above-ground floors, plan your route in advance around key exhibition areas such as the Sistine Chapel.

    Official website
  • Ryozenji Temple
    SightsRyozenji Temple

    This is temple No. 1 and the starting point for the Shikoku 88-temple pilgrimage. White pilgrim clothing and equipment are available, and the majestic tahōtō pagoda and pond garden are striking.

    Official website
  • Naruto Uzunomichi Promenade
    SightsNaruto Uzunomichi Promenade

    This 450 m sea walkway is installed beneath the supports of Onaruto Bridge. Through reinforced-glass windows 45 m above the sea, visitors can vividly observe the fast currents swirling below.

    Official website
  • Naruto Park
    NeighborhoodsNaruto Park

    Part of Setonaikai National Park, this seaside hilltop park brings together Uzuno Michi, Senjojiki Observation Deck, and Eska Hill Naruto.

  • Binbiya
    Food and cafésBinbiya

    Located along the Naruto coastal road, this popular seafood restaurant serves thick slices of seasonal yellowtail (hamachi), red sea bream sashimi, crispy tempura, and rich wakame miso soup to locals and travelers alike.

    Google Maps
  • Ajidokoro Arashi
    Food and cafésAjidokoro Arashi

    This popular live-fish restaurant serves Naruto tai sea bream sashimi, sea-bream rice cooked in a pot, and a generous bowl of fish soup with wakame, featuring sea bream raised in the strong currents of the Naruto Strait for its springy texture.

    Official website Google Maps
  • Senjojiki Observatory
    SightsSenjojiki Observatory

    This coastal cliff observation point offers an imposing, close-up view of the Naruto Strait and the massive Onaruto Bridge.

    Google Maps
  • Uzushio Sightseeing Boat Wonder Naruto
    ActivitiesUzushio Sightseeing Boat Wonder Naruto

    This large sightseeing boat takes passengers close to the enormous whirlpools in the Naruto Strait, where they can experience the roar and spray of the powerful currents from the deck.

    Official website Google Maps

Cruises calling at Tokushima

Sailings on the same ship and route are grouped together.

25 cruises call at this port.

About Tokushima

Norwegian Cruise Line and Regent Seven Seas Cruises call at Tokushima, usually staying for about 10 hours. The port is located midway along a route connecting coastal cities in Japan, including Kobe and Osaka.

Cruise lines calling here: 3 places

Norwegian Cruise LinePrincess CruisesRegent Seven Seas Cruises

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Ports frequently visited after this one

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