Erimo Cape
The terminus of the 150km Hidaka Mountains, a Pacific cape with 2km of reefs
Erimo Cape, called "Onne-enrum (large cape)" in Ainu language, was designated as a National Place of Scenic Beauty "Pirika Noka (beautiful shape)" in 2010—a place where you can experience the grandeur of nature.
The Hidaka Mountains, called the backbone of Hokkaido, stretch about 150km with steep features, gradually descending at this cape and submerging into the Pacific Ocean. Rocky reefs extend about 2km from the cape's tip, creating a spectacular sight of white waves crashing violently against the black rocks. Offshore, the warm Kuroshio Current and cold Oyashio Current collide, and on foggy days, the reefs wrapped in white mist present a fantastical appearance. Wind slaps your cheeks, the roar of waves fills your ears, and the scent of tide tickles your nose—a place where you feel nature's power with all five senses.
Erimo Cape is also known as one of Japan's strongest wind areas, with over 260 days annually experiencing winds above 10m/s. At the Erimo Cape "Wind Museum," you can experience winds of 25m/s, actually feeling the power of wind strong enough to tilt your body. The Erimo Cape Lighthouse, standing on the cape, is a symbol of this land, continuing to illuminate the rough seas.
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- Category
- With friends
- Solo trip
- Guys' trip
- Couple
- Family
- Travel style
- Sea, coast, cape, peninsula, island
- Red leaves, scenic spots, observation platforms
- Natural scenery, spectacular views
- Towers, observatories
- Travel Inspiration
- Enjoy spectacular views
- Nearest airports
General Information
- Address
- 北海道えりも町字東洋366-3
- Telephone Number
- 01466-2-4626（Erimo Town）
- Car Park
- About 200 spaces, Free
- Directions
- ●By car: About 3 hours 30 minutes from New Chitose Airport
●By car: About 120 minutes from Obihiro Airport - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
