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Cape Tamina

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Cape Tamina

田皆岬

Kagoshima · Kyushu

A sheer ~51 m coral-limestone sea-cliff cape on the northwest coast of Okinoerabu, overlooking the East China Sea where dolphins and whales are sometimes spotted offshore.

Why it's hidden

A dramatic cliff with no railings or crowds at the quiet end of a little-visited island.

Best season
Year-round
Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
4.6· 12 reviews
Opening hours
Daily Open 24 hours

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

Admission
Natural coastal sea-cliff cape/viewpoint, freely accessible, no admission.
Nearest station
Okinoerabu (Wadomari) port + car

Today

Open 24 hours

Stored weekly hours

Daily Open 24 hours

Tags

coastviewpointnatureisland

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