Cape Kiritappu
霧多布岬
The eastern tip of the Kiritappu Peninsula, a sea-eroded cliff and one of the few places in Japan where wild sea otters can be observed from land.
Cape Kiritappu (officially named Yuwaki Cape) is the easternmost cape of the Kiritappu Peninsula, where grassy tableland meets sheer cliffs, with a lighthouse at the tip. In recent years wild sea otters have made their home in the bay below the cape. With binoculars you can often see them floating on their backs, cracking shellfish on their bellies, which draws many photographers. The cape also has walking trails and seabirds. Please do not feed the animals or approach the shore to avoid disturbing them. It's about a 10-minute drive from Kiritappu town center, and the parking lot has basic facilities.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Kiritappu Wetland
- Lake Furen
- Shunkunitai
- Cape Ochiishi
- Kurumaishi (Wheel Stone)
- Hanasaki Port & Hanasaki Crab
- Kotohira Shrine (Nemuro)
- Odaito & Utase Sailboats