Name and Location

The Hirakubosaki Lighthouse is located on the southwestern tip of Ishigaki Island in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. The official name is Hirakubosaki Lighthouse (), with the local nickname being Hirakubo-zaki Tōdai (). Its address is 234-50 Hirakubo, Ishigaki, Okinawa 907-0331, Japan.

Construction and History

The Hirakubosaki Lighthouse was constructed in 1965 as part of a comprehensive maritime infrastructure project to improve navigation safety in the region. The lighthouse stands at a height of 74 meters (243 feet) above sea level, with a focal plane height of approximately 64 meters (210 feet).

Light and Navigation

The Hirakubosaki Lighthouse emits an Iso white light every 6 seconds, with a range of 22 kilometers (14 miles). This light characteristic is marked on nautical charts as "M 4734."

Accessibility and Visiting

Information about accessing the lighthouse is unavailable. However, visitors can explore the island's natural beauty, including the nearby Taketomi Island, famous for its white-sand beaches and crystal-clear waters.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding area offers scenic views of the Pacific Ocean and the nearby Ishigaki Airport. The island itself boasts stunning landscapes and picturesque coastlines.

Technical and Operational Details

As of available information, the status of automation for Hirakubosaki Lighthouse remains unclear. However, it is likely that the lighthouse has been automated or upgraded to modern navigation standards.

Further Information

• United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (US NGA) Publication 112
• Wikipedia: Hirakubosaki Lighthouse (ja:平久保埼灯台)
• Wikidata: Q60990228