Typical routes

The Kuniumi Story (Japan’s Creation Myth) Course

Follow the story depicted in the Kuniumi Story. This course is packed with mystical energy spots and marital union spots.

Iwaya Jinja Shinto Shrine

Enshrines the Kamis (Shinto deities) Izanagi-no-mikoto, Izanami-no-mikoto, and Kunitokotachi-no-mikoto.
The shrine is known for its extensive use of astronomy and the Chinese zodiac.

Address	799 Iwaya, Awaji
TEL	+81-799-72-3155

Iwakusu Jinja Shinto Shrine

Enshrines Kamis (Shinto deities) Izanagi-no-mikoto, Izanami-no-mikoto, and their first-born, Hiruko-no-mikoto ( the Kami Ebisu), in a cave.

Address	Iwaya, Awaji
TEL	+81-799-72-3155

Iwato Jinja Shinto Shrine

Shinto shrine just below Senkoji Temple. Enshrines Amaterasu-Omikami (Kami of the Sun). The giant rocks will remind you of the Ama-no-Iwato (Cave of Amaterasu).

Address	2132 Kaminaizen, Sumoto * Close to Senzan Senkoji Temple
TEL	+81-799-22-0281 (Senzan Senkoji Temple)

Hayashiya Sushi Restaurant

Featuring the fresh seafood sushi

Address	1168 Iwaya, Awaji
TEL	+81-799-72-5544
Open	11:30 AM-3:00 PM (last entry: 2:30 PM) / 4:30 PM-9:00 PM (last entry: 8:00 PM)
Closed	Mondays and Thursdays (open on public holidays)

Kokochiyo

A seafood restaurant listed in the Michelin guide, featuring daggertooth pike conger and fugu (tiger puffer)

Address	1512 Ura, Awaji
TEL	+81-799-70-1358
Open	(Weekdays) Lunch: 12:00 noon (Service starts)–2:30 PM Dinner: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM (Saturdays, Sundays & public holidays) Lunch – 1st service: 11:00 AM (Service starts)–1:00 PM Lunch – 2nd service: 1:30 PM (Service starts) –3:30 PM Dinner: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
Closed	No scheduled holidays

Pasta Fresca Dan-Men

Directly managed restaurant by Awaji Mengyo, founded in 1909, specializing in fresh pasta. Offers over 30 types of pasta highlighting Awaji Island’s seasonal fresh produce.

Address	9-15 Ikuhoniijima, Awaji
TEL	+81-799-64-0777
Open	11:00 AM-3:00 PM, 5:00 PM-8:00 PM
Closed	Thursdays

Hiranopan Bakery

Popular bakery and café serving freshly baked breads

Address	76 Shimonaizen, Sumoto
TEL	+81-799-24-2707
Open	(Sales of breads) 8:00 AM-7:00 PM (Weekdays), 7:30 AM-7:00 PM (Saturdays, Sundays & public holidays) (Eat-in) Breakfast: 7:30 AM-11:00 AM / Lunch: 11:30 AM-2:00 PM / Teatime: 2:00 PM-5:00 PM (last call)
Closed	Wednesdays and third Tuesdays

Ishigama (Stone-oven) Pizza Maru

Serves highly rated authentic Neapolitan pizza. A member of “Associazione Pizzaiuoli Napoletani in Giappone” (Association of Neapolitan Pizza Makers in Japan)

Address	409-7 Enamikoenami, Minamiawaji
TEL	+81-799-20-4092
Open	11:30 AM-2:00 PM (last call), 6:00 PM-9:00 PM (last call)
Closed	Wednesdays

kozora café house

Enjoy relaxing teatime surrounded by the nature in the Island.

Address	113-1 Enaminishigawa, Minamiawaji
TEL	+81-799-20-6482
Open	11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 6:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Closed	Wednesdays

Tsuzumitei

Original dishes featuring hand-made udon noodles

Address	512-22 Fukurako, Minamiawaji
TEL	+81-799-52-2639
Open	11:00 AM-3:00 PM / 5:00 PM-8:30 PM
Closed	Thursdays

Nerimonoya – Fukura Port, Awaji Island

Directly managed by Oki Foods, established around a hundred years ago, specializing in kamaboko, and the “largest” producer in Awaji Island. Featuring products using Awaji produce.

Address	1530-2 Fukurako, Minamiawaji
TEL	+81-799-52-0120
Open	10:00 AM-6:00 PM
Closed	Wednesdays

G Elm

Ice cream made by hand from Awaji Island milk

Address	1530-2 Fukurako, Minamiawaji
TEL	+81-799-50-2332
Open	10:00 AM-5:30 PM
Closed	Wednesdays & occasionally closed on Thursdays

fortune – Awaji Island Chiffon Shop

Specializing in fluffy chiffon cake made from Awaji Island produce

Address	1530-2 Fukurako, Minamiawaji
TEL	+81-799-52-3607
Open	10:00 AM-6:00 PM
Closed	Wednesdays & Second and fourth Tuesdays

kitone

Serving healthy dishes using natural ingredients from Awaji Island

Address	308-1 Kashuyahata, Minamiawaji
TEL	+81-799-50-2213
Open	11:00 AM-6:00 PM (last call 5:30PM)
Closed	Wednesdays

Takosembei no Sato

Assortment of about 40 different kinds of rice crackers

Address	4155-1 Nakada, Awaji
TEL	+81-799-60-2248
Open	9:00 AM-5:00 PM (9:00 AM-3:00 PM on December 31, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM during January 1 to 3)
Closed	365 days

Akai Yane Awaji Island direct sale market

Wide variety of local seasonal fruit and vegetables

Address	4139-4 Nakada, Awaji
TEL	+81-799-62-7245
Open	9:00 AM-5:00 PM / Café 11:00 AM-10:00 PM
Closed	No scheduled holidays

Fukura Marche

Huge array of seasonal Awaji Island produce

Address	1530-2 Fukurako, Minamiawaji
TEL	+81-799-52-1244
Open	10:00 AM-6:00 PM (Weekdays) / 9:30 AM-6:00 PM (Saturdays, Sundays & public holidays)
Closed	365 days
Note	Free parking available

Sennenichi Syuzou (Sake brewery)

Tour a brewery with a 130 plus year history. Offering free tasting of 3 or 4 types of sake in the Gallery (2F). Try also the amazake (sweet rice wine, free).

Address	2485-1 Kuruma, Awaji
TEL	+81-799-74-2005
Open	10:00 AM-4:00 PM
Closed	New Year’s holidays
Note	Reservations required for brewery tours.

Minamiawaji Onsenkyo Spa

Have a leisurely soak in natural hot springs.

Address	1528-7 Fukurako, Minamiawaji
TEL	+81-799-52-2336
Open	10:00 AM-5:00 PM

Minamiawaji Refresh Exchange House – Yupuru

Have a leisurely soak in natural hot springs.

Address	1509-1 Kitaamatsutsui, Minamiawaji
TEL	+81-799-50-5126
Open	10:00 AM- 10:30 PM (Reception closes at 10:00 PM)
Closed	Third Thursdays (Open every day in August)

Lover’s Sanctuary (Awaji Northbound Service Area)

The lover’s sanctuary monument at the Awaji Northbound Service Area is a great place to visit. A romantic spot flooded with light in the shape of a heart.

Address	2674-3 Obayashi, Iwaya, Awaji
TEL	+81-799-72-4715
Open	24 hours a day

Mt. Omi – Wakodo-no-hiroba

Great spot with a panoramic view of the Naruto Strait below

Address	2658-7 Amashioya-machi, Minamiawaji
TEL	+81-799-55-2520 (Management Office)
Open	9:00 AM-5:00 PM