Esanmisaki Lighthouse, Maritime signaling structure in Hakodate, Japan.
The round concrete lighthouse rises 19 meters above the eastern entrance of Tsugaru Strait, featuring a white lantern that guides vessels through coastal waters.
The original cast iron tower from 1890 was replaced by a hexagonal wooden structure in 1900, which stood until its destruction during a United States air strike in 1945.
The lighthouse represents Japan's commitment to maritime safety, operating under the Japanese Coast Guard's Maritime Safety Agency to maintain navigational guidance for vessels.
Located 40 kilometers east of downtown Hakodate, the site offers parking facilities, though the tower interior remains closed to public access.
The lighthouse emits a distinctive white light that flashes every three seconds, creating a specific pattern that helps mariners identify their position in the strait.
Location: Hokkaido
Location: Hakodate
GPS coordinates: 41.81522,141.18346
Latest update: March 11, 2025 17:10
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