Yakushima Lighthouse

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Standing on Cape Nagata at the northwesternmost tip of Yakushima, jutting into the East China Sea, "Yakushima Lighthouse" is a beautiful, chalk-white modern historic architectural marvel that has protected maritime safety for over 120 years since its first lighting in 1897. The contrast between the endlessly spreading, vast azure ocean and the pure white lighthouse is breathtakingly gorgeous, serving as a premier photo spot for international tourists. On clear days, a grand panorama opens up, offering views of Kuchinoerabu Island floating on the distant sea and the beautiful silhouette of the Satsuma Peninsula. Surrounded by pristine, untouched wilderness where wild Yaku deer and Yaku monkeys casually appear, it is a hidden scenic gem to quietly immerse yourself in historical romance and Earth's majestic life force while feeling the refreshing sea breeze.

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Kagoshima Federation of Tourism Associations

Yakushima Lighthouse

Address
Nagata, Yakushima Town, Kumage District, Kagoshima Prefecture
Website
https://yakukan.jp/
Operator
Yakushima Tourism Association

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