Hirakubozaki Lighthouse
What is Hirakubozaki Lighthouse?
Hirakubozaki Lighthouse, located at the northernmost tip of Ishigaki Island, is a popular tourist spot as the end point of a scenic drive.
The blue expanse of the East China Sea meets the Pacific Ocean, the chalk-white lighthouse stands on rolling hills, and the contrast between the sky and the sea fills the field of view. All of this makes the landscape look like a painting!
This place is a "paradise at the end of the earth" for tourists visiting Ishigaki Island, and many people come here to enjoy the heart-warming view.
It is one of the best places in Ishigaki Island where you can enjoy a romantic time with your lover, commune with nature on a solo trip, or take a commemorative photo with your family.
Why Hirakubozaki Lighthouse is popular and how to enjoy it
The attraction of Hirakubozaki Lighthouse is its breathtaking panoramic view.
From this spot, where the view is completely unobstructed, you can even see as far as Iriomote Island on a clear day!
During sunrise and sunset, the colorful beauty of the sky and sea that changes with the hour fascinates visitors☆.
The drive to the lighthouse is also an enjoyable experience. The one-hour drive from the city center takes you past sugar cane fields, grazing cows, and hills overlooking the ocean, all part of the idyllic island scenery.
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The area around the lighthouse is a spacious lawn where visitors can relax and enjoy a picnic.
It is a perfect spot for those who want to spend a quiet time feeling the sea breeze and for those who like to take pictures◎.
Hirakubozaki Lighthouse Details
| name | Hirakubozaki Lighthouse |
| Location | 234-50 Hirakubo, Ishigaki City, Okinawa, JapanView on Map) |
| parking lot | having |
| toilet | nil |
