Ōsusaki Lighthouse

What it is

• A white lighthouse on high ground above Osu Harbor founded in September 1949.
• A certified Lighthouse for Lovers located within the Sanriku Fukko National Park.
• An active navigation aid for fishing boats and offshore vessels reconstructed in 1951.
• A community-maintained site featuring gardens cared for by local volunteers.

What to see

• The heart-shaped Osu Harbor visible from the high ground vantage point.
• A gazebo and public gardens surrounding the main lighthouse structure.
• On-site facilities including a parking lot and public toilets for visitors.
• Panoramic views of the Ogatsu Peninsula coastline and the surrounding sea.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.