Samekado Lighthouse, Maritime guidance structure on Tanesashi Coast, Hachinohe, Japan.
Description
Samekado Lighthouse is a concrete structure on Tanesashi Coast in Hachinohe that rises approximately 23 meters above the Pacific shore with a white exterior set against green coastal meadows. Its simple, functional design matches the classic layout of navigation lighthouses from its era.
History
The lighthouse was built in 1938 to help ships reach Hachinohe Port during a period of maritime expansion in the region. This construction shows Japan's development of its port infrastructure in the 20th century.
Culture
The structure marks an important point on the northern coast and is part of a protected coastal area that draws visitors seeking the raw beauty of this region. Its location shows how this area has long been tied to the sea.
Practical
The site is best reached on foot and can be reached from Same Station in about one hour of walking, or visitors can take a bus to get closer. Sturdy footwear is recommended because paths along the coast can be uneven and weather can change quickly.
Did you know?
From this vantage point, visitors can watch trains of the JR Hachinohe Line running on tracks far below along the coast, linking two forms of transport development. This unusual pairing of railway and lighthouse creates a window into the region's transport history.
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