Magical Blue Light Awaji Island Sea Firefly Watching Tour
Highlights
- Witness the mystical Sea Firefly show
- Marvel at the stunning Akashi Kaikyo Bridge
- Enjoy dinner at a waterfront restaurant mall
What to expect
Discover "Jewels of the Sea"—Sea Fireflies. Witness their mystical blue glow illuminating the water's edge, a rare sight found only in special locations. Join this tour for an unforgettable, magical experience!
What's included
- Bottled water
- Bus fare
- English-speaking guide
About this experience
Schedule
- 16:15Meet on the 1st floor of the OCAT Building
- 16:30Depart
- 18:15Awaji Roadside StationA premier scenic spot located directly beneath the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, the world's longest suspension bridge. Visitors can enjoy the stunning transition of the bridge as it glows from sunset into a beautiful evening illumination.
- 18:50Awaji Chef GardenA seaside outdoor restaurant mall featuring a row of colorful shipping containers. With a wide variety of renowned shops ranging from Japanese and Western to Chinese cuisine, it is the perfect place to savor dinner while listening to the soothing sound of the waves.
*Please have dinner on your own. - 21:00Sea Firefly ShowWitness the "Jewels of the Sea," or Sea Fireflies (Umihotaru). The sight of their mystical blue glow sparkling along the shoreline is a rare and breathtaking experience found only in select locations.
- 00:15Arrived at the Mainichi Newspaper Building
- 00:45Arrive at Nihonbashi sightseeing bus boarding and disembarking area
- —Tour Ends
Location and Directions
Check-in
Osaka City Air Terminal 1F
1-4-1, Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
Drop-off 2
Select the point that applies to you
- 1Nihonbashi sightseeing bus boarding and disembarking area
- 2Mainichi Newspaper Building3 Chome-4-5 Umeda, Kita Ward, Osaka
- 1
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Restrictions
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 25 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- This tour involves a lot of walking. If you have trouble walking, we advise you not to book this tour.
- The tour is scheduled to end around 12:00 AM (midnight). Please ensure you have arranged your transportation back to your accommodation before joining, as public transportation may no longer be operating at that time.
What to bring
- ・What to Bring: A towel, a change of clothes, and a flashlight (smartphone lights are also acceptable).
・Attire: We recommend wearing short sleeves and shorts—clothing that you don't mind getting wet or potentially stained by sea fireflies up to the knees. Please wear flip-flops or water-friendly shoes.
Additional notes
- Due to traffic or other reasons, the duration of visits at each destination may be shortened, and arrival times may be delayed.
- Refunds will not be provided if you fail to arrive at the meeting location on time (no show).
- In the event of a natural disaster, such as a typhoon, the tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued.
- Wearing your seatbelt is mandatory while the bus is in motion due to legal regulations.
- Please personally take responsibility for your valuables.
- This tour will be conducted by a Japanese guide in English. Japanese guests are welcome to participate, but the tour will be primarily conducted in English.
- [Precautions for the Sea Firefly Show]
・No Pets Allowed: To ensure the comfort of all guests (some may be frightened by animals in the dark) and due to the handling of marine life, pets are not permitted.
・Weather Policy: The show will be cancelled in case of rain, stormy weather, lightning, or rough seas. - The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- [Trip Conditions]
Departure/Return: Osaka
Length of Trip: Day Trip
Means of transportation: Bus
Operating Bus Company: KR Kanko
Meal Requirements: 0 Breakfasts, 0 Lunch, 0 Dinner
Accommodation: Not included
Minimum Number of Participants: 25
Tour Guide: Included - [Tour Planning & Implementation]
H.I.S. Co., Ltd.
Registered Travel Agency No. 724 with the Commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency; Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Kamiyacho Trust Tower, 4F, 4-1-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-6904 - [Consignment Sales]
VELTRA Corporation
Nippon Life Insurance Nihonbashi Building, 5th Floor, 13-12 Nihonbashi 2-chome, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0027 (Reception on 4th Floor)
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555
Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents
Other requirements
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
- Please check the travel terms and conditions before applying.
- Please check the terms and conditions before applying.
- Please arrive at the meeting location 15 minutes prior to the departure time.
Operated by
H.I.S. Co., Ltd.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation until your booking is confirmed.
- 7-10 business days before (local time): 20%
- 1-7 business days before (local time): 30%
- The day before (local time): 40%
- On the activity day / No-show: 100%
