Wakkanai Centennial Memorial Tower / Hoppō Memorial Museum

The Wakkanai Centennial Memorial Tower rises 80 meters above Wakkanai Park, offering views of Rishiri Island and the Soya Strait from its observation deck.

Built in 1978 to mark 100 years since Wakkanai's establishment, the tower includes the Hoppo Memorial Museum documenting the region's development and maritime exploration.

The museum exhibits detail the work of Rinzo Mamiya, who conducted important geographical surveys of Sakhalin Island during the Edo period of Japan.

Visitors can access the tower and museum from April through October, with adult admission at 400 yen and children's tickets at 200 yen.

The structure provides views extending to Russian territory, marking the northernmost observation point on Japan's main islands.

Location: Wakkanai

Inception: July 1978

Height: 80 m

Address: 北海道稚内市中央3-13-15

Website: http://w-shinko.co.jp/hoppo-kinenkan

GPS coordinates: 45.41692,141.66333

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:03