Set high above the sea at AMA SUNSET CLIFF, Trattoria Amarancia is a stylish Italian restaurant on Awaji Island that combines great food with incredible ocean views. Opened in July 2024, the restaurant overlooks the Naruto Strait from a dramatic cliffside location at the southern tip of the island.

The setting is easily the highlight. From the terraces, guests can look out across the bright blue sea toward Shikoku, while sunsets turn the entire coastline golden. Built above a quiet beach, the restaurant feels peaceful and removed from the busy city atmosphere.

The design matches the relaxed seaside location. The exterior has a Mediterranean resort feel, with colorful accents, greenery, and large open terraces. Inside, natural wood and rattan furniture create a warm and comfortable space, while large windows keep the ocean view front and center. There are also private terrace cabins down the cliff near the ocean, where guests can enjoy the sunset or stargaze at night.

The menu focuses on Southern Italian dishes made with fresh Awaji Island ingredients. Wood-fired cooking brings out the flavors of local seafood, meat, and vegetables, with dishes like handmade pasta, grilled specialties, hearty stews, and fresh focaccia. Lunch sets are especially popular, offering generous antipasti platters alongside mains ranging from pasta to smoky grilled dishes.

What makes Trattoria Amarancia stand out is how well the food and scenery come together. Whether visiting for lunch by the sea or dinner at sunset, it’s the kind of place that makes people want to slow down and stay a little longer.