Cape Zanpa: Okinawa's Rugged Coastal Majesty

Getting There

• Bus

  From Naha Bus Terminal, take bus route 28 or 29 to the 'Cape Zanpa' bus stop. The ride takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. From the bus stop, it's about a 5-minute walk to the cape. Bus fare is approximately ¥1,000-¥1,300. Alternatively, take the Limousine Bus B from Naha Bus Terminal to Royal Hotel Okinawa Zanpa Misaki, then walk 15 minutes to the cape. This bus takes about 80 minutes. The airport limousine bus also stops at Royal Hotel Okinawa Zanpa Misaki; the bus fare is between ¥1400-1500. Note: There is no direct bus transportation to the Cape, but visitors can take a bus from Naha terminal to Yomitan and then walk for 3 KM to the Cape.

• Car

  From Naha, take Route 58 north towards Yomitan. Transfer to Route 6 or 12 and head north until you reach the cape. The drive takes approximately 42 minutes and covers about 32 km. From Kadena Air Base, exit Kadena Gate 1 and turn right onto Route 58. Drive 6.5 kilometers and turn left onto Route 6. Drive 10 kilometers, following the signs for Cape Zanpa. Parking is free at Zanpa Resort Activity Park. Parking is also available on a first-come, first-served basis for guests staying at the Grand Mercure Okinawa Cape Zanpa Resort.

• Taxi

  A taxi from Naha to Cape Zanpa takes approximately 42 minutes and costs between ¥7,000 and ¥9,000.