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Esaki Lighthouse

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Esaki Lighthouse

江埼灯台

Hyogo · Kansai

A Meiji-era Brunton-designed lighthouse at Awaji's northern tip, overlooking the Akashi Strait.

Why it's hidden

One of Japan's historic Western-built lighthouses, rarely visited outside lighthouse-enthusiast circles.

Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
3.7· 215 reviews
Opening hours
Daily Open 24 hours

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
Free to view exterior; grounds and parking free, interior not normally open (occasional special one-day openings).
Nearest station
Hitomarumae Station

Today

Open 24 hoursFree

Stored weekly hours

Daily Open 24 hours

Tags

lighthousehistorycoast

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