Nomazaki Lighthouse

What it is

• The oldest lighthouse in Aichi Prefecture, first lit on March 1, 1921
• An 18-meter tall structure built from unreinforced concrete
• A registered Tangible Cultural Property managed by the Coast Guard
• A coastal landmark in Mihama Town represented by the mascot Nomakki

What to see

• The historic white concrete tower standing against the coastline
• The Kizuna no Neiro monument where visitors attach padlocks
• The Kizuna no Kane bell monument installed at the site in 2012
• The original Fresnel lens displayed at the nearby Shoku to Kenko no Yakata

Getting there

• The site is located 3 kilometers from Meitetsu Noma Station
• A paid parking lot is available directly across the road

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.