First Sunrise (Cape Shio)

First Sunrise (Cape Shio)

Event Overview

The southernmost land of Honshu. In front of the eyes, the great ocean of the Pacific extends, and the first day rises from the arcing horizontal line. The Shiomaki sightseeing tower has been open since about 6:30 on January 1. The first bus departure to Shiomaki at 7:25 (departure from Kushimoto Station). Also note that congestion is expected for both private cars and buses.

Info

  • Event Location:   
  • Cape tide
  • Address:   
  • Shiomaki, Kushimoto-cho, Higashimu-gun, Wakayama
  • Public Transportation:   
JR Kushimoto Station → 14 minutes car
  • Car Access:   
28km35 minutes from Kisei Road Susami South IC (Half Inter) via National Route 42
  • Phone Number:   
  • 0735-62-3171 (Nanki Kushimoto Tourism Association)
  • Parking Number:   
There is a free parking lot for 100 cars in front of the Shionomisaki Tourist Tower.

Event Period

  • January 1, 2026 (Thursday, Holiday)

Price

Shiomaki sightseeing tower entrance fee 300 yen

Event Category

Seasonal Festivals & Annual Events

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