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Dofuchi Strait
土渕海峡Kagawa · Shikoku
The Guinness-recognised narrowest strait in the world — about 9.9 m across — separating Shōdoshima from tiny Maejima; cross it and the town office hands you a certificate.
- Best season
- Year-round
- Crowd level
- Hidden gem
- Rating
- 4.0· 38 reviews
- Opening hours
- Daily Open 24 hours
- Admission
- Free to cross/view the strait; a crossing certificate is available at the town office for ~100 yen (optional). Shodoshima tourism site.
- Nearest station
- Tonosho Port, walk
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
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