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Lighthouses in Japan
Statistics & Distribution
Explore detailed statistics about lighthouses in Japan, including regional distribution, historical periods, and key metrics.
Key Statistics
267
Total Lighthouses
250(93.6%)
Heritage Sites
107
Accessible
13
With Guided Tours
139
Automated
1,810
Oldest Construction
2,009
Newest Construction
Height Statistics
30.3m
Average Height
197m
Tallest
265
With Height Data
By Historical Period
19th Century137 (51.3%)
20th Century98 (36.7%)
Modern2 (0.7%)
Visitor Information
Wheelchair Accessible107 (40.1%)
Guided Tours Available13
Heritage Protected250 (93.6%)