Narugashima Island

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A slender island about 2.5 km long floating as if snuggling up to the east coast of Awaji Island, also called "Awaji Island's Amanohashidate" for its beauty. The entire island is part of a national park and is a treasure trove of coastal plants and wild birds. From the hill in the center, you can overlook the mysterious landscape where the calm inner sea and the powerful outer sea meet across a thin strip of land. The coastline with untouched nature is beautiful, making it a sacred place for travelers who want to enjoy walking and bird watching away from the bustle of the city. The special feeling of only being accessible by boat further enhances its mystical charm.

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成ヶ島（淡路島百景）

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Narugashima Island

Address: Yura, Yura-cho, Sumoto-shi, Hyogo
Website: https://www.awajishima-kanko.jp/
Operator: Awaji Island Tourism Association

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