The cape is located the southernmost tip of the Satsuma Peninsula, Kagoshima.
The lighthouse is not very big. But the view of the coast and the mount Kaimon breathtaking.
Ryugu Shrine 龍宮神社 is located at Nagasakihana 長﨑鼻. Nagasakihana is said to be the birthplace of The Legend of Urashima Taro who saved a turtle, it took him to Ryugu-jo, the Palace of the Dragon 竜宮城. Sea turtles come to lay eggs on the beach near this place, and local people love them as the protective god of the sea.
This shrine is becoming popular as a power spot of matchmaking and good fortune in love.
There are shells in a big pot. It is said that if you write your wish on a shell and dedicate it, your wish will be granted.
However, the view from this landscape as well as the view of the opposite coast of the Osumi Peninsula is worth a visit.
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