Himesaki Lighthouse

What it is

• The oldest active iron lighthouse in Japan, first lit in December 1895.
• A white hexagonal structure designated as a National Important Cultural Property.
• An A-rank preserved lighthouse selected as one of the World's 100 Historic Lighthouses.
• Part of the Sado-Yahiko-Yoneyama Quasi-National Park in Sado City.

What to see

• The historic white hexagonal iron lighthouse tower.
• The Himesaki Lighthouse Museum located on the site.
• Scenic views within the surrounding Quasi-National Park.

When to go

• The museum on-site is closed annually from December to March.

Getting there

• Take a 25-minute bus ride from Ryotsu Port to reach the site.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.