From Tokushima Airport to Southern Awaji Island! UZS BUS Now in Service!
Starting July 20, 2026 (Marine Day), the airport bus “UZS BUS” will begin service, connecting Tokushima Awaodori Airport with the Naruto area and Minamiawaji City!
“UZS BUS” is a new airport bus service operated in partnership by Minamiawaji City and Tokushima Prefecture.
It provides direct, no-transfer access between Tokushima Awaodori Airport and key stops including Naruto Station, AoAwo Naruto Resort, Otsuka Museum of Art, Awajishima-Minami IC, Riku-no-Minato Seidan, and Fukura—making travel to Tokushima and Awaji Island even more convenient.
Since you can also get on and off along the route, it’s ideal for reaching sightseeing spots and Accommodation as well.
When visiting our Hotel, please get off at the “Fukura” stop (about a 5-minute walk from the stop).
The bus exterior features wrap designs of “Awaji Uzusuke,” Minamiawaji City’s official character illustrated by Satoshi Matsushima of the idol group “timelesz,” along with Tokushima Prefecture’s mascot “Sudachikun.”
These charming character designs are another highlight unique to this bus.
In addition, charity keychains featuring “Uzusuke” are now on sale at the roadside station Fukura / Uzushio Cruise shop located just near our Hotel.
They make a great travel keepsake or souvenir—and your purchase also supports coastal cleanup activities taking place on Awaji Island.
Why not join efforts to preserve the whirlpools and beautiful sea for future generations while supporting registration of the whirlpools as a World Heritage site?
Furthermore, if you use the free “Uzu Loop Shuttle Bus” from either Riku-no-Minato Seidan or Fukura, you can easily access popular attractions such as the Keino Matsubara area and Naruto Strait viewpoint areas.
By combining UZS BUS with other transportation options, you can enjoy an even more comfortable trip around Tokushima and Awaji Island.
Whether you’re arriving in Tokushima by plane or traveling between Tokushima/Naruto and Minamiawaji City, we invite you to take advantage of UZS BUS.
Enjoy a comfortable ride while experiencing all that Tokushima and Awaji Island have to offer.
*For details about UZS BUS, please visit the official UZS BUS website.*













