Cute spots you'll want to stop by

About 20 minutes by car from Amami Airport, on the way to Kasarizaki Lighthouse, the northernmost point of the island, you will come across a giant stone "Dream-Fulfilling Turtle." Standing in a quiet place overlooking the sea, it looks just like a legendary messenger. It is also said to be a messenger of the Dragon Palace that appears in the legend of Niraikanai, and depending on the foot or part of the body, various benefits are said to be granted, such as wisdom if you stroke its head, men's wishes for the front right foot, women's wishes for the front left foot, wealth for the back right foot, and longevity for the back left foot... Furthermore, touching its stomach will grant you a child, and carrying a child will help with child-rearing... . The sight of visitors touching it with earnest prayers is quiet yet full of energy. The act of praying for your future while being blown by the sea breeze mysteriously clears your mind. There are parking lots and toilets nearby, making it an attractive place to stop by after sightseeing at the lighthouse. At the northernmost point, the "island prayer spot" that quietly supports your dreams is the "dream-granting turtle" 😊 #absolutelyfreetravel