Himeshima Lighthouse
姫島灯台
A historic granite lighthouse on Himeshima Island offering maritime history and seasonal cherry blossoms in a scenic hilltop park.
What it is
- A stone lighthouse built with Tokuyama granite on Mount Hashiragatake.
- Completed in 1904 to guide ships between the Suo-nada and Iyo-nada seas.
- Designated as a B-rank preserved lighthouse managed by the Oita Coast Guard.
- The site originally served as a beacon fire location established in 1605.
What to see
- The three-story tower containing a fuel room and a watchroom.
- Former staff quarters that have been converted into a visitor rest area.
- Surrounding park grounds that are well known for their cherry blossoms.
- Views from the lighthouse site overlooking the surrounding Japanese seas.
When to go
- Springtime is ideal to see the cherry blossoms blooming in the park.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Himeshima Lighthouse Open in Google Maps
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