I thought the northernmost point would feel more spectacular, but it was just okay. It was basically a monument and the seaside, so coming all the way here just for this was a bit disappointing.
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Omazaki
The northernmost point of Honshu, where you can also enjoy premium Oma tuna.
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Located on the Shimokita Peninsula in Aomori, Oma Town is famous as a “tuna town” where top-grade bluefin tuna is landed. Omazaki, facing the Tsugaru Strait, is a cape at the northernmost tip of Honshu.
Shioshubi Misaki in Hakodate, Hokkaido, is 17.5 km away across the strait. On clear days, you may even see the Hakodate coastline and Goryokaku Tower beyond Bentenjima Island in the foreground.
The cape has popular photo spots, including a monument modeled after a life-size 440 kg tuna once caught by an Oma fisherman using the traditional ippon-zuri method, and a stone marker engraved with the words “The Northernmost Point of Honshu.” At a nearby souvenir shop, the local tourism association issues a paid “Certificate of Arrival at Omazaki, the Northernmost Point of Honshu.”
There are many restaurants nearby where you can try “Oma tuna.” It is also close to the Tsugaru Kaikyo Ferry terminal, and many travelers stop by while waiting for the ferry from Honshu to Hakodate.
Highlights
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The northernmost point of Honshu, located on the Shimokita Peninsula in Aomori.
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On clear days, you may even see Goryokaku Tower in Hakodate.
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Photo spots include the monument marking the northernmost point of Honshu and a tuna monument.
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There are restaurants nearby where you can enjoy “Oma tuna.”
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It is also close to the Tsugaru Kaikyo Ferry terminal for Hakodate.
Photos
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A monument of a giant tuna caught by an Oma fisherman
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A stone marker showing the northernmost point of Honshu
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On the back of the song monument for “Ichiban Maguro no Uta” are the names of the fishermen who caught the first tuna of the season over the years
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is there free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available inside the Omazaki Rest House.
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Are there coin lockers?
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No, there are not.
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Are there restrooms?
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There is a public restroom at the Omazaki First Parking Lot.
https://oma-wide.net/news/omazakiinfo/
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Is there a smoking area?
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No designated smoking area is provided, as this is an outdoor area.
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Can I camp at the tent site?
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Yes, camping is allowed at the “Omazaki Tent Site.” No reservation is required. Please note that the use of open flames such as charcoal is not permitted, so please use the gas stove in the cooking shelter.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 大間崎
- Postal Code
- 039-4601
- Address
- 17-1 Omahira, Oma, Oma-machi, Shimokita-gun, Aomori
- Phone
- 0175-37-2111 (Oma Town Industrial Promotion Division)
- Closed on
- Open daily
- Hours
- Open for free walking access
- Admission
- Free to explore
- Access
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1) Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes from Hakodate by Tsugaru Kaikyo Ferry, then 8 minutes by car from Oma Ferry Terminal
2) Approx. 1 hour 40 minutes by Shimokita Kotsu bus from Shimokita Station on the JR Ominato Line, get off at “Omazaki,” then walk 1 minute - Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
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