Awaji Highway Oasis: A Traveler's Delight
A scenic highway oasis on Awaji Island offering local cuisine, shopping, and stunning views of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge and surrounding landscapes.
Awaji Highway Oasis is a roadside destination near the Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge, offering travelers a place to rest, dine, and shop for local goods. With views of the Akashi Kaikyo Straits, it's a convenient and scenic stop.
A brief summary to Awaji Highway Oasis
- Iwaya, 大林2674−3, Awaji, 大林 Iwaya, Hyogo, 656-2401, JP
- +81799-72-0220
- Visit website
Local tips
- Try the Awaji Island Burger, a local favorite that has won awards in regional competitions.
- Sample the Awaji onion soup, a popular souvenir item made with the island's famous onions.
- Take advantage of the tramcar service for easy access to Nijigen-no-mori and other attractions in Awaji Island Park.
- Visit the Awaji Service Area to see the Ferris wheel and enjoy more views of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge.
Getting There
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Ferry
If arriving from Honshu via Akashi, take the Awaji Jenova Line ferry from Akashi Port to Iwaya Port. The ferry ride is approximately 10-15 minutes and costs ¥600 for adults and ¥300 for children. From Iwaya Port, Awaji Highway Oasis is about a 7-minute taxi ride, costing approximately ¥1,500 - ¥2,000. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Iwaya Port to the Awaji Interchange (Awaji IC) bus stop, followed by a 10-minute walk to the Oasis.
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Car
Awaji Highway Oasis is directly connected to the Kobe-Awaji-Naruto Expressway's Awaji Service Area. If you are driving on the expressway, you can access the Oasis directly from the Awaji Service Area parking lot. Parking is available for over 500 vehicles. If approaching from the Iwaya area, follow local roads towards the Awaji IC interchange; the Oasis is well-signposted. Note that using the highway from Iwaya requires paying tolls.
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Public Transport
From Kobe or Osaka, take a highway bus to Awaji Interchange (Awaji IC). From Awaji IC, it is approximately a 10-minute walk to Awaji Highway Oasis. Some buses may also stop directly at the Highway Oasis. Check bus schedules and routes in advance. Alternatively, take a bus to Iwaya Port and then a taxi to the Oasis.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Road Station Awaji
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Zenbo Seinei
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Matsuhonosato Hot Spring
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Awaji Country Garden
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Hello Kitty Show Box
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HELLO KITTY APPLE HOUSE
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Nojima Zoo
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Goshikizuka Tumulus
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Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial Park
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The Hassam House
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Kobe Muslim Mosque
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Onaka-iseki Park
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Awaji World Park Onokoro
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Kobe Kitano Museum
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Unmissable attractions to see
Awaji Service Area For Sumuto (down)
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Hyogo Prefectural Awaji Island Park
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Naruto x Boruto park Nijigen no mori
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Crayon Shin-chan Adventure Park
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Awajishima Anime Park
1.3 km
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Nijigen no Mori
1.3 km
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Dragon Quest island
1.3 km
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Yumekko land
1.3 km
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Godzilla Museum
1.4 km
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Eshima
1.4 km
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Godzilla Interception Operation Awaji
1.4 km
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Akashi Kaikyo National Government Park
1.7 km
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Awaji Yumebutai
2.1 km
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2 Yumebutai
2.1 km
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Esaki Lighthouse
3.5 km
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Essential places to dine
淡路島 cusine 595.6 ola
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Nijigen-no-Mori Terrace
1.4 km
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TEPPANYAKI COCCOLARE
2.2 km
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Coccolare
2.2 km
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BUCHI
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Farmhouse Restaurant Yo-Sansan
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Craft Circus
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Seikaiha
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Awaji Chef’s Garden
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Ocean Terrace
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miele
6.3 km
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Cloudberry
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AwajishimaDining 暁
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Izumoan
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Kobe Dining
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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KENBI
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select shop welcome
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FrogsFARM（フロッグスファーム）
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Virejjivangado Itoyokado Akashiten
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SAIKODO キングショップ 古宮
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Kunjudo Co,. Ltd.
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Blanca Blanca
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Coop Harima
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Maruai
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Purochubo HIT (Harima)
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Daimaru Kobe
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
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amusement mix bar ZYNX
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BISTORO BAR N°3
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Nosuke Harima, Oden & Wine
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KOTORIコトリ
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Bar 09
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Old Pal
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CASUAL BAR WOODY
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MYSTEAL
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