Cape Soya

宗谷岬

4.4Est. 20Wakkanai, Hokkaido

Overview

Japan's northernmost point near Wakkanai, marked by monuments where bikers gather to document their journey.

Northernmost point of Hokkaido, and therefore of Japan. Near to the city of Wakkanai, the cape is a popular stopping point for bikers and tourists, and has quite a few monuments, gift shops, a windmill and lighthouse. If the weather is good you can see Sakhalin, a Russian island once part of Japan, from the lookout point.

Practical info

Japanese name: 宗谷岬
Nearest station: Wakkanai Station (50 min by bus)
Payment: Cards accepted
Reservations: not required

Accessibility

Wheelchair entranceWheelchair parking

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