1. Hajikizaki Lighthouse
Lighthouses

Hajikizaki Lighthouse

A lighthouse on the northernmost cape of Sado, where you can see both the sunrise and sunset

Hajikizaki Lighthouse is an octagonal lighthouse located at Hajikizaki in the Washizaki area, the northernmost part of Sado. The lighthouse is known as the location of the film: "The Lighthouse," or "Times of Joy and Sorrow" (Japanese title: Yorokobi mo kanashimi mo ikutoshitsuki), which tells the story of a lighthouse keeper and his wife. Hajikizaki Lighthouse was built in 1919. Since then, it has been responsible for assisting the safe passage of all vessels for almost 100 years.

Facility Basic Information

Address
Washizaki, Sado, Niigata 952-3205
Transport Access
Ryotsu Port Approx 45 minutes by car
Nearest bus stop
Moura Iriguchi (Uchikaifusen Line) Approx. 5 minutes on foot from bus stop
Parking
Not Available

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