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姫崎灯台

1257 Ryōtsuōgawa, Sado, Niigata 952-3435, Japan

Name and Location

The Himeasaki Lighthouse stands tall at an elevation of unknown meters in Sado, Niigata Prefecture, Japan.

Construction and History

The Himeasaki Lighthouse was constructed in unknown and has been guiding mariners through the waters surrounding Sado Island for over unknown.

Architecture and Materials

The Himeasaki Lighthouse is a unknown structure, designed to withstand the harsh marine environment. Its unknown exterior has withstood the test of time, making it an iconic landmark on Sado Island.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse's light characteristic is a unknown, which can be seen from a distance of unknown. The light is powered by unknown.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse grounds, but please note that unknown apply. The surrounding area offers breathtaking views of the surrounding waters and Sado Island's natural beauty.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding waters are home to a diverse range of marine life, including unknown. Situated near unknown.

Anecdotes and Folklore

According to local legend, the lighthouse is said to be haunted by the ghost of a former keeper who died on duty. The Himeasaki Lighthouse has been involved in several notable maritime incidents throughout its history.

Technical and Operational Details

Initially, the lighthouse was operated manually, with keepers responsible for maintaining the light and other essential systems. Today, the Himeasaki Lighthouse has been automated, ensuring continuous operation without human intervention.

Further Information

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Details

Name姫崎灯台
CitySado
CountryJapan
Coordinates38.0867329, 138.56289
Eventsseveral notable maritime incidents throughout its history
Historic significancehistorical significance and importance to the region
Storiesthe ghost of a former keeper who died on duty
Accessibletrue
Landscape typenatural beauty
Nearby attractions["Sado Island's natural beauty"]
Light characteristic"Fl(3)W.15s"
Automatedtrue