Ōno Lighthouse

What it is

• A landmark for Kanazawa Port originally established as a light pole in 1878.
• One of Japan's Top 50 Lighthouses managed by the Japan Coast Guard.
• A rare square pillar shaped structure rebuilt at its current location in 1953.
• A maritime facility located near the Ono River in Ishikawa Prefecture.

What to see

• The distinct square pillar architectural design of the main tower.
• Views of the surrounding Kanazawa Port and the Ono River.
• The nearby Ono Karakuri Museum located in the immediate area.

Getting there

• Local buses run from Kanazawa Station to the Ono bus stop.
• The site is a fifteen minute drive from the Kanazawa Nishi Interchange.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.