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Unknown Lighthouse

MHFX+63 Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, Japan

Name and Location

The Undefined Lighthouse is located in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, Japan, at geographic coordinates 34.6730777° N, 137.5977421° E.

Construction and History

Unfortunately, there is no available information on the lighthouse's construction year or era. However, its location in Hamamatsu suggests it may have been built during a time when Japan was rapidly modernizing its coastal infrastructure.

Architecture and Materials

The Undefined Lighthouse appears to be a relatively small structure, with a height of 13 meters (43 feet) above sea level. Its design is not well-documented, but it likely features a characteristic lighthouse shape, possibly with a white or cream-colored exterior.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a red light every 7 seconds, with an intensity range of 9 nautical miles (17 kilometers). This information comes from the US National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency's publication No. 112.

Accessibility and Visiting

Unfortunately, there is no publicly accessible information on visiting the site. The lighthouse is likely automated, as there are no records of manual operation.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape and environment are not well-documented, but it is likely that the lighthouse offers views of Hamamatsu's harbor and surrounding coastline.

Anecdotes and Folklore

There are no available local folklore or unique anecdotes about this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The Undefined Lighthouse no longer serves as an active aid to navigation. Its current use, if any, is unknown. The managing authority for this lighthouse is also unknown.

Further Information

  • Hammatsu is a city with a rich cultural and industrial heritage.
  • Nearby attractions include the Hamamatsu Museum of Photography and the Municipal Observatory.

Details

NameUnknown Lighthouse
CityHamamatsu
CountryJapan
Coordinates34.6730777, 137.5977421
Architectural style
Architect
Tower height43
View descriptionviews of Hamamatsu's harbor and surrounding coastline
Nearby attractionsHamamatsu Museum of Photography, Municipal Observatory
Light characteristicFl(1)R.7s
Light range17
Automatedtrue