Okinawa Prefecture

Scenic viewpoints in Okinawa Prefecture

Okinawa's archipelago features diverse topography ranging from the rugged limestone cliffs of Cape Hedo in the north to the westernmost tip of Japan at Cape Irizaki on Yonaguni Island. This collection includes Mount Omoto, the highest peak in the prefecture, and iconic coastal formations like the elephant-trunk-shaped cliff at Cape Manzamo. These sites encompass nationally designated Places of Scenic Beauty, historic lighthouses, and elevated observation points overlooking the East China Sea and the Pacific Ocean.

Okinawa's Scenic Viewpoints — Map

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Nosokodake

A challenging hike up these hills is rewarded by stunning views of the area.

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Tamatorizaki Observation Point

Located on the northeast coast of Ishigaki Island, this site offers views of Ibaruma Bay and the Pacific Ocean. The hilltop path is lined with year-round blooming hibiscus flowers.

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Hirakubozaki

Situated at the northernmost tip of Ishigaki Island, this cape features a white lighthouse overlooking coral reefs. It provides a panoramic view of the coastline and the distant islands of the Yaeyama chain.

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Cape Hedo

Cape Hedo, also known as Hedo Point, is the northernmost point on Okinawa Island, located within Kunigami Village.

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Cape Higashihenna

The cape of Higashi-henna-zaki is a nationally designated Place of Scenic Beauty located at the southeasternmost point of Miyako Island,…

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Cape Irizaki

Cape Irizaki is the western tip of Yonaguni Island and the westernmost point in Japan.

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Cape Manzamo

A limestone cliff on the west coast of Okinawa Island featuring a natural rock formation resembling an elephant's trunk. The name refers to a grassy plateau large enough for 10,000 people to sit.

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御神崎灯台

Perched on the western edge of Ishigaki Island, this lighthouse stands atop rugged cliffs. The area is characterized by dramatic rock formations and serves as a primary location for viewing sunsets.

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Cape Agarizaki

Located on the eastern end of Yonaguni Island, this cape features high cliffs and a lighthouse. It is known for resident Yonaguni horses that graze freely across the grassy landscape.

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Omoto Dake

Mount Omoto is a mountain located on Ishigaki Island in Okinawa, Japan.

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Cape Zanpa

Features a 31-meter-tall white lighthouse situated on limestone cliffs that stretch for two kilometers. The area includes a statue of Taiki, a 14th-century diplomat who initiated trade with the Ming Dynasty.

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