Sun Messe Nichinan

Sun Messe Nichinan is a unique seaside park on the Nichinan Coast featuring seven full-size replica moai statues, the only ones in the world officially authorized by the people of Rapa Nui (Easter Island). The replicas were created as a gesture of gratitude after Japanese engineers helped restore the original moai on Easter Island in the 1990s. The seven statues stand in a line facing the Pacific Ocean against a backdrop of tropical vegetation and blue sea, creating a surreal and photogenic scene. The park also includes a butterfly garden, a world insect exhibition, and walking trails through the hilly coastal terrain with panoramic ocean views. Each moai is said to bring different luck including romance, money, and academic success.