Ikemajima Lighthouse

Overview

Ikemajima Lighthouse stands at the northern tip of Ikema Island, part of Miyakojima City in Okinawa Prefecture. On an island with few tall structures, it stands out clearly as it watches over the surrounding sea.

Highlights

• ●One of the island's largest lighthouses, at the northern tip of Ikema Island
• ●Open, unobstructed views in every direction
• ●Its light shining out over the East China Sea at night
• ●Island scenery reached by crossing the Ikema Bridge

History

Detailed records of its construction are scarce, but it is said to be the tallest structure on the island, and at night it is thought to have long lit the surface of the East China Sea to help guide passing ships safely. Ikema Island is a small island connected to Miyakojima by the Ikema Bridge, and the lighthouse sits at its northernmost point.

Map

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Suggested itinerary

1. 1Cross the Ikema Bridge from Miyakojima's main island to Ikema Island
2. 2Head north across the island toward the lighthouse
3. 3Enjoy the view of the East China Sea from around the lighthouse
4. 4Cross back over the Ikema Bridge to return to Miyakojima

Did you know?

💡 Said to be the tallest structure on the island, Ikemajima Lighthouse commands attention both for the view it offers and for its own presence when seen from a distance, thanks to the absence of anything blocking the sightlines around it. At night it casts its light out over the East China Sea as a marker for passing vessels.

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