Endoscope

An endoscope, comprising:

• an operation unit provided with at least one operation member;
• an insertion section configured to be inserted in a human cavity, the operation unit being connected with a proximal end of the insertion section;
• a metal body member provided at a distal end portion of the insertion section;
• a metal direction setting table provided on the body member, the direction setting table adjusting a direction of a treatment accessory;
• an insulation member provided between the distal end of the insertion section and the body member so that the body member is insulated from the distal end of the insertion section;
• an insulating cap that covers the entire body member and the direction setting table except for an opening through which the treatment accessory protrudes to an exterior;
• an operation wire that is axially movable upon operation of the operation member, the operation wire being connected to the direction setting table so that the direction setting table is moved in accordance with an operation of the operation member.