Mikuni Breakwater lighthouse

What it is

• A small white concrete lighthouse located in the Mikuni district of Fukui Port.
• The structure was first lit on March 29, 1971 to guide maritime traffic.
• The light source was updated to a modern LED system in September 2011.

What to see

• The white concrete tower standing at the edge of the Mikuni Breakwater.
• A green light that flashes once every four seconds after dark.
• Views of the nearby Tojinbo cliffs and the surrounding coastline.
• Oshima Island and the Oshima Lighthouse situated in the immediate vicinity.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.