Cape Manzamo
A dramatic coral-limestone clifftop where the rock has been sculpted by the sea into an elephant trunk shape. One of Okinawa's most iconic viewpoints, looking out over electric-blue water to the East China Sea.
30–45 min
¥100 per person (viewing the promenade); free for elementary school age and under. Parking free
Always open; facility and parking: 8:00–20:00 (Mar–Oct), 8:00–19:00 (Nov–Feb). Admission to viewing area ¥100.
Year-round (avoid typhoon season July–September)
Rental car or bus from Naha (~1 hr to Onna Village stop)
Location
Why Visit
- 1
Come at sunset when the coral cliffs glow orange and the sea turns purple
- 2
A 600 m clifftop loop path takes about 20 minutes; bring sunscreen — no shade
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The elephant rock is best seen from the southern lookout point, not the main platform
Local Tips
The cliff-edge path is unfenced in parts — supervise children carefully. The elephant rock arch is most photogenic from the southern viewpoint, not the main viewing platform. Sunset here over the East China Sea is one of Okinawa's finest free experiences.
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