Cape Hedo

Cape Hedo (辺戸岬), located at the northernmost tip of Okinawa Island, is a place of breathtaking natural beauty and historical significance. The cape offers stunning panoramic views of both the Pacific Ocean to the east and the East China Sea to the west, with dramatic cliffs and unique rock formations sculpted by the forces of nature.

The Hedo Misaki Lighthouse, standing tall on the cape, provides a vantage point for visitors to fully appreciate the surrounding seascape, including Yoron Island on a clear day. The cape is also home to the Okinawa Reversion Monument, commemorating the return of Okinawa to Japan in 1972, and the Yanbaru Kuina Observation Deck, where visitors might catch a glimpse of the endangered Okinawa Rail, a flightless bird endemic to the region.

While there are no designated hiking trails in the immediate vicinity of Cape Hedo, visitors can enjoy leisurely walks around the area, taking in the fresh air and dramatic scenery. Cape Hedo’s location at the northernmost point of Okinawa Island also lends it a certain mystique and importance, making it a popular destination for those seeking to experience the island’s unique natural and historical landscape.

Getting there

By Bus

From Naha:

1. Take highway bus 111, 117, or Yanbaru Express to Nago Bus Terminal (90-105 minutes, 1650-2230 yen)
2. Transfer to bus 67 to Hentona Bus Terminal (60 minutes, 1070 yen)
3. Take a municipal bus to Hedo Misaki (40 minutes, 500 yen)

• Total journey time: About 3.5 hours
• Note: Only two bus connections per day go all the way to Cape Hedo

By Car

From Naha:

• Take the Okinawa Expressway to its northern end near Nago
• Continue on regular roads to Cape Hedo
• Journey time: About 2.5 hours
• Expressway toll: 1040 yen one way

Details (Observation Deck)

Hours	8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Admission	Free
Phone	+81 980-41-8818
Address	175 Hedo, Kunigami, Okinawa 905-1422, Japan