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Cape Kanami Cycad Tunnel

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Cape Kanami Cycad Tunnel

金見崎ソテツトンネル

Kagoshima · Kyushu

A natural green tunnel of centuries-old sotetsu (cycad) plants arching over a footpath that leads out to Cape Kanami at Tokunoshima's northeastern tip and its offshore reef.

Why it's hidden

A subtropical living tunnel on a UNESCO-listed island most travellers skip for Okinawa.

Best season
Year-round
Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
4.2· 206 reviews
Opening hours
Daily 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
Free open-air natural walking path/cape on Tokunoshima; no admission gate.
Nearest station
Tokunoshima (Kametoku) port + car
Website
tokunoshima-kanko.com/tourist_spot/kanami-sotetsu-tunnel

Today

9:00–17:00Free

Stored weekly hours

Daily 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tags

naturecoastwalkingisland

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