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小那沙美島燈台

天道眼鏡橋

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小那沙美島燈台

The Onna-sa Island Lighthouse is a historic lighthouse located on Onna-sa Island, Japan.

Overview

The construction of the lighthouse began in 1935 and was completed in 1936. It played an important role as a navigational aid for ships traversing the waters around Onna-sa Island.

History

  1. The construction of the lighthouse began in 1935 and was completed in 1936.
  2. It played an important role as a navigational aid for ships traversing the waters around Onna-sa Island.

Architecture

The lighthouse stands at a tower height of approximately 20 meters (66 feet) above sea level, with a focal height of about 30 meters (98 feet). The structure is built from concrete and features a distinctive cylindrical shape. The architect responsible for its design was unknown.

Light Characteristics

The light emitted by the lighthouse has a characteristic pattern and range, but details are not available.

Current Status

The Onna-sa Island Lighthouse is currently in disuse. It is reportedly no longer automated and has been converted into a museum.

Location and Accessibility

The lighthouse is situated at 天道眼鏡橋 (Onna-sa Island Bridge) on Onna-sa Island, Japan. Visitors can access the site via foot or by public transportation.

Heritage Status

The Onna-sa Island Lighthouse has been designated as a historic landmark in Japan.

Notable Historical Events

No notable historical events are recorded for this lighthouse.

Details

Name小那沙美島燈台
CityInuyama
CountryJapan
Coordinates35.34607, 136.98952
Current usemuseum