Oga Onsen and Nyudozaki: Sunset over the Sea of Japan and Peninsula Panoramas

Oga Onsen and Cape Nyudozaki

Cape Nyudozaki at the northwestern tip of the Oga Peninsula in Oga, Akita, lies on the 40th parallel north — the most promontory point of the peninsula. The black-and-white striped lighthouse and "40° North Latitude" monument mark this famous sunset viewpoint over the Sea of Japan.

Highlights

- Nyudozaki Lighthouse: Distinctive black-and-white striped lighthouse (climbable) - 40° North Latitude Monument: Stone marker indicating the 40th parallel north - Sunset: The finest sunset view on the Oga Peninsula as the sun sinks into the Sea of Japan - Oga Underwater Park: Observation facility viewing the Sea of Japan underwater

Oga Onsen

- Spring Type: Sodium-chloride spring (salt spring) - Day Bathing: Multiple lodgings offer day-trip bathing - Oga Seafood: Fresh rock oysters and seafood cuisine

Getting There

- From JR Oga Line Oga Station by local bus to Nyudozaki: about 40 minutes - From Akita Station by car: about 1.5 hours

Tips

Arrive 30 minutes before sunset for the best view. Explore the Oga Peninsula by rental car or local bus. Wind is strong and feels cold in winter.