Kinkasan Lighthouse
金華山灯台
A historic 1876 lighthouse designed by Richard Brunton, standing on a sacred island as a landmark for North American ships.
What it is
- A historic lighthouse designed by Richard Brunton on the eastern cliffs of Kinkasan Island.
- First lit on November 1, 1876, and now a National Registered Tangible Cultural Property.
- One of Japan's Top 50 Lighthouses, it became fully automated in 2005.
- The facility stands on an island considered to be a sacred area.
What to see
- The stone structure that survived shelling by a submarine during World War II.
- A landmark used by ships arriving in Japan from North America.
- Scenic views from the eastern cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Getting there
- Reach the lighthouse by walking 90 minutes from the island ferry landing.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Kinkasan Lighthouse Open in Google Maps
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