East Hennazaki Cape
A narrow 2km peninsula jutting into the Pacific with a lighthouse at the tip, flanked by lily fields in spring. A National Scenic Beauty — the walk out feels like being on the prow of a ship sailing into open ocean.
1–2 hours
Free (lighthouse interior ¥150)
Peninsula always open; lighthouse interior: 9:30–12:00 and 13:00–16:30 or 17:00 (afternoon varies by season and day; last entry 15 min before closing).
spring,summer,autumn
By rental car from Miyako city, 30 min east
Location
Why Visit
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National Scenic Beauty designation
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Ocean on both sides the entire 2km walk
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Wild lily fields in bloom February–April
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Lighthouse with 360° Pacific views at the tip
Local Tips
Wild lily fields bloom February–April, turning the peninsula edges white and fragrant. The 2km walk to the tip feels like being on the prow of a ship — ocean on both sides the entire way. By rental car from Miyako city (30 min east); no public transport reaches the cape.
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