[During your trip to Kumano] Cape Shionomisaki Tourist Tower

Kushimoto Town in Wakayama Prefecture is known as a launch site for small private rockets. The Cape Shionomisaki Tourist Tower in this town is an observation facility located at Cape Shionomisaki, the southernmost point of Honshu. From the tower, which is about 50 meters high, you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean.

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There is an elevator inside the tower, so anyone can comfortably ascend from the ground to the observation deck. With a 360-degree view, you can enjoy the beautiful ocean views and the Kumano mountain range. On clear days, you can clearly see the horizon and experience the curvature of the earth. What's more, if you climb the tower, you can even get a "Certificate of Visiting the Southernmost Point of Honshu"!

If you collect all the certificates of your visit to the four corners of Honshu, fill out the necessary information along with a copy of the certificate and a photo of you showing that you have arrived at the four corners of Honshu, and submit them to the relevant authorities , you will receive a certificate and a commemorative gift for the Honshu Four Corners Rally.

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There is a spacious dining hall on the second floor of the tower shop where you can enjoy a variety of dishes made with luxurious Kindai tuna and the rich flavors of local specialties that are unique to Kushimoto while taking in the beautiful sea views. There is also an extensive takeaway menu, perfect for enjoying with family and friends.

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The shop sells a variety of unique spaceport-themed merchandise. Made from Kishu cypress, their exquisite craftsmanship and warm texture make them highly valued souvenirs.

Also, for those who love sweets, we recommend trying the Wakayama Mikan Soft Serve Ice Cream. Its refreshing sweetness and rich mikan flavor are exquisite, making it a very popular item among visitors.

Why not try these products and sweets as a souvenir of your visit to Cape Shionomisaki Tower?

The Nanki Kumano Geopark Center is located next door, so we recommend visiting it before the next bus departs!

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Access information

Address: 2706-26 Cape Shionomisaki , Kushimoto Town cho, Higashimuro-gun , Wakayama Prefecture
Business hours: 9:00 - 17:00, Restaurant 10:30 - 15:30 (Last orders 15:00)
Admission fee: 300 yen for adults, 100 yen for children Parking: Free (11 tourist bus spaces, approximately 100 regular cars)

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