Cape Tappi — Attraction in Sotogahama

I make pilgrimages to the farthest reaches of the earth because I believe it will be the driving force that brings even more color to my life. I believe that contemplating various things in far-away places is good for my own growth. The mountain shape, cliff profile, and strong wind that seems to reject me are clearly different to anything I have seen before. To me, this hill is a hill that divides cultural spheres. Something different can be seen peeking out across the sea. It's very exciting. How uplifting it is to visit here before going to Hokkaido! I recommend a visit. It is sure to awaken unknown emotions that have been sleeping deep...

I stumbled upon Tappia Zakki many years ago in mid June when my daughter and were on a camping trip in the Tsugaru area. There are several fishing villages scattered along the coast and they are picturesque. The weather was blustery so we stayed in a bungalow, as we could not pitch our tent. The campsite is remote and at night during the off-season has the wonderful feeling of isolation and fosters introspection and quiet conversation. The rest of the world is pushed away to be confronted in...

I cycled up in to look at at the very top of the cape in July. It's a bit of a climb, but on a clear day the views down the west of Honshu and out towards Hokkaido are spectacular. The wind can be quite strong, especially when leaving the lookout area and heading up towards the wind farm. Also, the visibility can be severely reduced once you get into the...