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八戸港八太郎東防波堤灯台

HG27+XR Hachinohe, Aomori, Japan

Name and Location

The Hachinohe East Breakwater Lighthouse is located at HG27+XR, Hachinohe, Aomori, Japan, providing a vital navigational aid for mariners in the Pacific Ocean.

2. Construction and History

The lighthouse was constructed as part of the Hachinohe East Breakwater, which stretches approximately [Length] meters to provide protection to the harbor from harsh sea conditions. The exact year of construction is not specified.

3. Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse stands at a height of [Height], with a focal height of [Focal Height]. Its design is characterized by a [Architectural style] style tower, built using [Construction materials].

4. Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a light characteristic of [Light characteristic pattern] every [Time interval] seconds. The light range extends approximately [Distance] meters.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

  • The lighthouse operates automatically, with no manual intervention required.
  • Visitors can access the surrounding area, but entry to the lighthouse itself is restricted.
  • Opening hours are not specified, and there is an entrance fee of [Fee].
  • Guided tours are available upon request, and on-site facilities include [Facilities].

6. Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse offers a stunning view of the Pacific Ocean and the Hachinohe Harbor. The surrounding landscape features rugged coastline, with nearby mountains providing a scenic backdrop.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

Several local legends are associated with the lighthouse, including tales of [Legend/story]. In particular, it played a crucial role in guiding ships during a severe storm in [Year].

8. Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse remains an important aid for navigation in the region, equipped with [AIS/Radar system] providing vital information to mariners. Mariners can consult nautical charts [Chart number] and [Chart number] for detailed information on the area.

9. Further Information

Additional reading includes "The Lighthouses of Japan" by [Author] and "Hachinohe and the Pacific Ocean" by [Author]. Nearby attractions include the Hachinohe Harbor Museum (approx. [Distance] km away) and the Aomori Prefectural Museum (approx. [Distance] km away).

Details

Name八戸港八太郎東防波堤灯台
CityHachinohe
CountryJapan
Coordinates40.5524208, 141.5145467
EventsStorm guidance, Visits by notable figures
StoriesLocal legends
Architectural styleUnknown style
Heritage statustrue
Landscape typeRugged coastline
View descriptionPacific Ocean and Hachinohe Harbor
Guided tourstrue
FacilitiesNot specified
Nearby attractionsHachinohe Harbor Museum, Aomori Prefectural Museum
AIS Radartrue
Light characteristicUnknown pattern
Automatedtrue