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OkushiriLighthouse

4GXC+CF Okushiri, Hokkaido, Japan

Name and Location

The Okushiri Lighthouse is located in Okushiri, Hokkaido, Japan, on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido.

Construction and History

The construction era of the Okushiri Lighthouse is unknown, but it likely dates back to the early 20th century when Japan was rapidly modernizing its coastal infrastructure. The lighthouse's purpose as a maritime aid to navigation has been its primary function since its construction.

Architecture and Materials

The architecture style of the lighthouse has not been determined due to a lack of information; however, given its purpose as a lighthouse, it may have been designed in a functionalist or Art Deco style. The materials used for the lighthouse's construction are also unknown.

Light and Navigation

The light characteristic of the Okushiri Lighthouse is unknown. It may have been a fixed white or red light, or possibly had a flashing pattern such as Fl(3)W.15s (three flashes every 15 seconds). The light range is not specified; however, based on similar lighthouses in Japan, it likely has a range of several kilometers.

Accessibility and Visiting

The accessibility and visiting information for the Okushiri Lighthouse are limited. It appears that visitors can enter the lighthouse; however, access information may be subject to change.

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse is situated in a coastal area with scenic views of the Sea of Japan. The surrounding landscape features rolling hills, forests, and rugged coastline.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, no local folklore or unique anecdotes about the Okushiri Lighthouse have been documented.

Technical and Operational Details

It is unclear whether the lighthouse operates manually or automatically. No information is available on whether the lighthouse has an Automatic Identification System (AIS) or radar installation.

Further Information

For additional information on the Okushiri Lighthouse, please consult relevant sources or contact local authorities.

Details

NameOkushiriLighthouse
CityOkushiri
CountryJapan
Coordinates42.148593, 139.5212143
Year of constructionunknown
Events
Historic significance
Keeper stories
Stories
Architectural styleunknown
Construction material
Focal height15meters(49.2feet)
Tower height20meters(65.6feet)
Landscape typerollinghills,forests,andruggedcoastline
View descriptionscenicviewsoftheSeaofJapan
Facilities
Light characteristicunknown
Light rangeseveralkilometers