Cape Noshappu

Cape Noshappu is a cape near Cape Sōya in the north of Hokkaido, Japan. It is located in the municipality of Wakkanai, Sōya Subprefecture. Facing the Sōya Strait, it separates the Sea of Japan and Sōya Bay.
The origin of the name is the Ainu language word "ノッサㇺ ", meaning "near the jaw ".
Wakkanai Lighthouse is located nearby, from which Rishiri Island and Rebun Island are visible when clear. Esandomari Fishing Port Park lies in southwest of the cape and Wakkanai Municipal Noshappu Current Aquarium are also in the vicinity.