Cape Sōya, Northernmost headland in Hokkaido, Japan
Cape Soya forms a natural boundary where the Sea of Japan meets the Okhotsk Sea, marked by rocky cliffs and strong ocean currents.
The area served as a naval observation post during World War II, monitoring maritime activities between Japan and the Russian territory of Sakhalin.
The Tower of Prayer monument at Cape Soya stands as a memorial to Korean Airlines flight 007, which was lost in nearby waters in 1983.
Visitors can reach Cape Soya by taking a 45-minute bus ride from Wakkanai Station, with services running multiple times throughout the day.
The cape features direction markers showing distances to global cities, while local farmers dry seaweed along its windswept shores.
Location: Wakkanai
GPS coordinates: 45.52289,141.93660
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:34
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