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Cape Maeda

📍 Maeda, Onna-son, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa
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Quick Facts

Location
Japan, Okinawa
Category
Beach & Island
Duration
About 1-2 hours
Address
Maeda, Onna-son, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa
Coordinates
26.4463, 127.7714

Introduction

Cape Maeda (Maeda Misaki) juts into the sea at Onna on Okinawa's central west coast. Below its cliffs lies the Blue Cave, whose refracted sunlight draws snorkellers and divers from across the island, while the cape lookout opens onto deep-blue water and sunsets; sea turtles appear in summer.

✨ Highlights

1
Blue Cave
The cavern's blue glow shifts with the light; see it from the water.
2
Snorkel trips
Shore dives climb about a hundred steps; boat dives skip them.
3
Cape lookout
Non-swimmers enjoy the sea view and sunset from the deck.
4
Paid parking
About 180 spaces, charged by the hour.
5
Mid-island spot
About 1 hour by car from Naha.
6
Onna coast loop
Pairs with Cape Zanpa and Ryukyu Village.

🛈 Practical Info

→Location:Maeda, Onna Village
→Time needed:about 1-2 hours
→Opening Hours:Cape open 24h year-round; parking 7:00-19:00 Apr-Nov, 7:00-18:00 Dec-Mar

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
AdultFree

Cape free; snorkel and dive tours charged

Transportation

Bus

Bus 120 to Kuraba, then about 20 min on foot

Note

Bus 48 to Maeda, 5 min on foot; about 10 min from Ishikawa IC by car

💡 Tips

• The cape is free; snorkel and dive tours are paid and need booking.
• Bus 120 to Kuraba, then about 20 min on foot; Bus 48 to Maeda, 5 min.
• The car park fills early in peak season; arrive ahead.
• Cliff edges are slippery; tours may cancel in rough seas.
• Early mornings are quiet and best for reflections.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Cape Maeda?

Cape open 24h year-round; parking 7:00-19:00 Apr-Nov, 7:00-18:00 Dec-Mar

How much is the admission for Cape Maeda?

Adult: Free; Cape free; snorkel and dive tours charged

Any practical tips for visiting Cape Maeda?

The cape is free; snorkel and dive tours are paid and need booking. Bus 120 to Kuraba, then about 20 min on foot; Bus 48 to Maeda, 5 min.

How long should I spend at Cape Maeda?

A typical visit takes About 1-2 hours.

How do I get to Cape Maeda?

Bus: Bus 120 to Kuraba, then about 20 min on foot

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