Overview
Toimisaki Lighthouse is a large white lighthouse standing on Cape Toi in Kushima City, Miyazaki Prefecture. Perched atop a 240-meter cliff, it is also selected as one of Japan's 50 Lighthouses.
Highlights
- ●A lighthouse atop a 240-meter cliff
- ●Selected as one of Japan's 50 Lighthouses
- ●First lit in 1929
- ●The southernmost point of Nichinan Kaigan Quasi-National Park
History
This historic lighthouse first lit on December 22, 1929, and stands 15.3 meters tall. Located at the southernmost point of Nichinan Kaigan Quasi-National Park, it is known as a scenic spot of great beauty.
Access
Located at Cape Toi in Kushima City, the lighthouse is mainly reached by car. As the surrounding area features continuous cliffs, visitors should watch their footing while exploring.
Best season
To enjoy the coastal views at their best, autumn through winter, when the air is clear and visibility extends far into the distance, is recommended.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Head to Cape Toi in Kushima City
- 2Follow the cliffside path to the lighthouse
- 3Take in the views of the lighthouse and the Nichinan coast
- 4Explore the surrounding cape's nature as well
Did you know?
💡 Japan's 50 Lighthouses is a selection of lighthouses noted for their history and scenery across the country, and Toimisaki Lighthouse is counted among them.
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