Cape Tappi is the northern most point of the Tsugaru peninsula. The name, Tappi, which literally means “as dragon flies”, was named after the strong winds that blow in the area, just as if a dragon flew. Near the lighthouse, there are stone monuments for various prominent figures with connection to Tsugaru such as Osamu Dazai and Shoin Yoshida.
A Highway for Pedestrians? The Highway Route 339
The section of Highway Route 339 that runs through Cape Tappi is actually a stairway of 362 steps, from the coastal line to the lighthouse. It is the only stair highway route with a total of 388.2 m (1273 feet) in Japan.
The stairway is openly exposed to the strong winds from the Tsugaru Channel, and it has become a popular tourist spot.
Cape Tappi Tourist Information Center Tappi-kan
Tappi-kan was remodeled from the Okuya Inn, which hosted famous figures such as Osamu Dazai and Shiko Munekata. In addition to artifacts of Dazai and Shiko, there are also photographs and paintings of Cape Tappi exhibited at the center.
| Address | 59-12 Minmayatatsuhama, Sotogahama-machi, Higashitsugaru, Aomori 030-1711 |
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| Contact | 0174-31-8025 |
| Hours of Operation | 9:00~16:00(Final Admission 15:30) |
| Dates Closed | None |
| Admission Fee | Free |
| URL | Cape Tappi Tourist Information Center Tappi-kan Blog (Japanese) |
Basic Information
| Address | Minmayatatsuhama, Sotogahama-machi, Higashitsugaru, Aomori 030-1711 |
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| Tel | Cape Tappi Tourist Information Center Tappi-kan 0174-31-8025 |
| Fax | Cape Tappi Tourist Information Center Tappi-kan 0174-31-8025 |
| Wi-Fi | Not Available |
| URL | Cape Tappi Tourist Information Center Tappi-kan Blog (Japanese) |
Transportation
[During Winter] JR Aomori Station Tsugaru Line 1 hour 30 minutes(¥1,140) JR Minyamatatsuhama Station Sotogahama Town Loop Bus 25 minute ride (¥100) Tappi Port 5 minute walk Stairwell Highway Route 339
