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Cape Manzamo

📍 2871 Onna, Onna Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan
Cape Manzamo
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Quick Facts

Location
Japan, Okinawa
Category
Viewpoint
Duration
1-2 hours
Address
2871 Onna, Onna Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan
Coordinates
26.4407, 127.7709

Introduction

Cape Manzamo on Okinawa's Onna village coast is a broad grassy tableland lifted from ancient coral reef. The name means seats for ten thousand — legend says King Sho Kei of Ryukyu marvelled that so many could sit here. The cliff edge reaches toward the East China Sea in the shape of an elephant's trunk, the cape's signature silhouette, with remarkably clear water and caves visible below. It is one of Okinawa's most celebrated sunset spots and appeared in a Godzilla film. Sea breezes, grazing cattle and a vast blue horizon make this an essential stop on a west-coast drive.

✨ Highlights

1
Elephant-Trunk Cliff
The trunk-shaped rock overhang is the cape's signature form.
2
Grassy Tableland
A wide meadow on uplifted coral, often with grazing cattle.
3
Sunset Views
A premier west-facing sunset over the East China Sea.
4
Clear Waters
Look down on caves and reef textures in transparent water.

🛈 Practical Info

→Duration:About 1 hour for the clifftop loop and photos.
→Safety:Stay behind the fences — do not climb out for photos.
→Best Time:Around sunset; daytime views reach toward the Kerama islands.
→Nearby:Chain with Cape Maeda and Nago Pineapple Park on a drive.
→Opening Hours:Open all day (the coastal trail has no gate; may close in severe weather)
→Transportation:About 1 hour by car from Naha along Route 58; easy parking.

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Free AdmissionFree

💡 Tips

• Strong gusts — hold onto hats and light items.
• Summer UV is intense; sunscreen and water are a must.
• The path is flat and stroller-friendly.
• The car park fills before sunset — arrive early.
• Follow local drone rules and keep clear of crowds.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Cape Manzamo?

Open all day (the coastal trail has no gate; may close in severe weather)

How much is the admission for Cape Manzamo?

Free Admission: Free

Any practical tips for visiting Cape Manzamo?

Strong gusts — hold onto hats and light items. Summer UV is intense; sunscreen and water are a must.

How long should I spend at Cape Manzamo?

A typical visit takes 1-2 hours.

Hours and fees may change; check on-site notices at Cape Manzamo.

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