Cape Soya
Visit the Monument to Japan’s Northernmost Point at Hokkaido’s Cape Soya
Looking to explore Japan’s most extreme frontiers? For the northernmost point, a visit to Cape Soya is a must. This location rewards travelers with stunning views of two beautiful bodies of water: the Sea of Okhotsk and the Sea of Japan. From this vantage point, keen-eyed observers can even catch a faint glimpse of Sakhalin Island. While touring Cape Soya, be sure to seek out the Monument to Japan’s Northernmost Point. Passersby will immediately recognize the monument’s unique delta cone shape, inspired by the North Star – the perfect backdrop for your northernmost photos. To commemorate your adventure, don't forget to pick up a Japan’s Northernmost Point Certificate, a popular souvenir!
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- Category
- With friends
- History, culture, art
- Guys' trip
- Couple
- Travel style
- Sea, coast, cape, peninsula, island
- Natural scenery, spectacular views
- Travel Inspiration
- Enjoy spectacular views
- Nearest airports
General Information
- Postal code
- 〒098-6758
- Address
- 北海道稚内市宗谷岬
- Telephone Number
- 0162-23-6468（Tourism Exchange Division, Construction Industry Department, Wakkanai City）
- Car Park
- 72 spaces
- Directions
- ●By bus: About 50 minutes from JR Minami Wakkanai Station Bus Terminal, take the Tenboku Cape Soya Route on the Soya Bus, get off at Cape Soya Bus Stop and walk shortly
●By car: 230 km from the Shibetsu-Kenbuchi IC of the Hokkaido Expwy via Route 40 and 238, about 4 hours - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
