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Cape Zanpa

9201 Zamami, Yomitan-son, Nakagami-gun, Okinawa Prefecture 904-0328, Japan
+81 98-982-9216
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Ranked #3 of 14 attractions in Yomitan-son
Type: Parks, Bodies of Water
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Okinawa, Japan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2013

Cape Zanpa is one of my favorite places to photograph a sunset. It is a great place to explore, as well, but the cliffs and walking on coral rocks can be challenging. There are plenty of places nearby where you can get food or drinks at reasonable prices.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 December 2012

We are disappointed that we could not access the lighthouse on out visit on 15 dec. We booked a taxi for 8 hours for 21300 Y which bring us from Chisun resort Churaumi to a hotel in Naha stopping at many scenic sites along the way.

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Yomitan-son, Japan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 November 2012

With rugged cliffs, wonderful deep blue/turquoise seas; one of the more accessible for raw natural beauty on Okinawa, just a short walk from the car park. Stunning views from the lighthouse (200yen, stairs only). After, go and have a healthy Okinawan lunch or dinner at Zen, just 3.5km south from Zanpa along Route 6, just across the street from the... More

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Ontario
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 October 2012

Located in the central of Okinawa, about 45mins drive from Naha. The lighthouse itself is worth to climb up. The admission is about 300yen per person, it has steep stairs to climb up to the top of the lighthouse. On the top, you will have a clear view on all the direction on a clear day, and a chances to... More

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Tokyo, Japan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 September 2012

Cape Zanpa in Yomitan-son is a lovely spot to view the ocean and to be inspired. If you are travelling with children I suggest you stop by the nearby Zanpa beach for some swimming and fun. In all honesty however this is not the only spot on Okinawa that provides a beautiful view. Indeed the entire island is filled with... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 September 2012

I lived just down the street from here and it was always so nice to go to the lighthouse! You must try the ice cream at the ice cream stand for sure. Kids have to be careful on the rocks though. It's cool to go was the Okinawans fishing from the rocks too!

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Okinawa, Japan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Beautiful sharp rock cliffs with the Okinawan bird statue (that you can climb up into if you can find it) in the distance. Pretty but that's about it. You can wander around for a bit but then it's time to move on for more adventure (like trying to find your way to the big bird across the way from the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012

Very beautiful, and easy access for diving, too. Quite accessible.

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Yomitan-son, Japan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012

Beautiful scenery! There are many places to take nice photos.

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Taipei, Taiwan
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 July 2011

A very good place where the sea blended with the sky.

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