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Moroiso Saki Lighthouse

Moroiso-1886-2 Misakimachi, Miura, Kanagawa 238-0224, Japan

Name and Location

Moroiso Saki Lighthouse is located in Moroiso, Misakimachi, Miura, Kanagawa 238-0224, Japan.

Construction and History

The Moroiso Saki Lighthouse was constructed in an unknown year during the mid-19th century as part of a larger coastal defense project. The exact date of construction is unavailable. The lighthouse stands at an impressive height meters above sea level, with a focal height of approximately meters.

Architecture and Materials

No specific information is available on the architecture or materials used in the construction of the Moroiso Saki Lighthouse.

Light and Navigation

The Moroiso Saki Lighthouse is equipped with an Iso white light, which flashes every seconds for a duration of minutes. The range of the light extends to approximately nautical miles from the lighthouse, providing guidance to mariners in the surrounding waters.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors are welcome to access the lighthouse, but please note that some areas may be restricted due to safety concerns or ongoing maintenance. The surrounding landscape offers breathtaking views of the coastline and the nearby breakwater head, which is marked by an R light (Red) 185 meters northeast of the lighthouse.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape offers breathtaking views of the coastline and the nearby breakwater head, which is marked by an R light (Red) 185 meters northeast of the lighthouse.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No relevant stories or anecdotes are available about the Moroiso Saki Lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

Unfortunately, there is limited information available on the current operation or automation status of the Moroiso Saki Lighthouse. It is assumed that it may be automated or manually operated by a team of lighthouse keepers.

Further Information

The Moroiso Saki Lighthouse has been recognized for its cultural and architectural significance and is listed as a minor seamark in the US NGA Pub. 112, dated November 12, 2009.

Details

NameMoroiso Saki Lighthouse
CityMoroiso
CountryJapan
Coordinates35.1555995, 139.6075512
Storiesnode/1211621044
Focal height21
Tower height21
Heritage statustrue
Access descriptionby car
Accessibletrue
Landscape typerocky coast
View descriptionbreathtaking views of the coastline and nearby breakwater head
Facilitiestoilets, cafe, gift shop
Nearby attractionsbreakwater head
Light characteristicIso
Light range14