You can reach Cape Ashizuri by taking a train from major cities in Japan to the nearest station, Nakamura Station, and then taking a bus or taxi to the Cape.
No, there is no specific admission fee for visiting Cape Ashizuri. However, some attractions within the area may have their separate fees.
Yes, you can access Kongofukuji Temple without hiking the full coastal path. There is a road that leads directly to the temple.
Several accommodations are available near Cape Ashizuri, ranging from traditional Japanese ryokans to modern hotels.
The best time to visit Cape Ashizuri is during spring and autumn when the weather is mild and pleasant. However, it can be visited annually, offering its unique charm each season.
Traveler reviews
Our dinner were really delicious. The sunset was amazingly beautiful. Apart from the onsen, users could also enjoy free drinks at the hotel lobby. Quite a relaxing place.
Was pretty windy when we went. The view was nice and a good well marked walking trail to walk around m. The free foot onsen was closed on Wednesday. Been to many other beautiful capes but if you are close by, worth a visit.
The ocean view from the top of the cape spreads out. There is a statue of John Manjiro Nakahama at the entrance. Although he was only a fisherman, he played a major role for opening Japan at the end of Tokugawa shogunate era.
Public transportation from JR Nakamura Station to Cape Ashizuri is available, however that is very unfrequent. Please check the schedule or timetable before you visit Shimanto city.
Bus ride to and from Nakamura
Short hike around Cape Ashizuri
Side trip bus ride to Tatsukushi Coast
Good service by local bus companies
Great scenery
Great local / cultural experience
Not many sign posts
My photos include Cape Ashizuri and Tatsukushi Coast areas
Cape Ashizuri is a long way from anywhere, but the views from the lookout here are incredible and make the effort to get there is well worth it. You really feel that you are on the very edge of Japan.
