Inubōsaki Lighthouse
★ 4.1 ｜ 9,155 reviews
Historic lighthouse · Pacific views · Observation deck
📍 9576 Inubōsaki, Choshi, Chiba 288-0012, Japan
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Hours
- Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
About
Climbable tower from the late 19th century with panoramic Pacific Ocean vistas from the top.
The full picture
This historic 19th-century lighthouse stands on the tip of the Inubōsaki promontory, offering a museum and a 99-step climb to panoramic Pacific Ocean views.
It suits day-trippers and coastal explorers who don't mind a steep climb for a great vantage point.
Weekdays are best to avoid the crowds, but carry a jacket even in May as the ocean winds can be very chilly.
💡 Be prepared to climb over 100 stairs as there is no elevator access to the top of the tower.
Visitors love
- Stunning panoramic ocean views
- Affordable entry fee
- Informative maritime museums
- Friendly and helpful staff
- Good local seafood and cafes
Some note
- Very strong winds at the top
- Narrow steps near the summit
- No elevator access
- Can be chilly even on sunny days
Good to know
- Is it good for kids?
- Yes, kids enter for free and can enjoy the nearby rocky beach and miniature displays.
- Is it OK on a rainy day?
- The museums and cafes are indoors, but the main lighthouse view is exposed to the elements.
- How long should I stay?
- A couple of hours is sufficient to climb the tower, visit the museum, and browse the souvenir shops.
- Is a reservation needed?
- Not mentioned in reviews.
Visitor reviews
★★★★★
The place is not crowded and the staffs are very friendly. Paintings inside the lighthouse museum are all amazing.
★★★★★
Beautiful place to see the pacific ocean, 99 steps climb needed if you want to get up of the lighthouse. Lots of people but I did not need to wait.
There was a nice cafe, souvenir shop, some restaurants and a shack selling bbq seafood.
They have 2 small museums to showcase the history of light house, how lighthouses work and various lighthouse across japan.
★★★★
It's a good place to come if you want to get away. It's only a couple hours from where I live. It was a bit windy day and overcast so could be a bit chilly with the wind even in May. Parking wasn't too bad but it was a weak day after the golden. We call a day. I think most people are at work so I got lucky overall good place to come visit and see the ocean
★★★★
The place is very attractive. In order to climb to the top of the lighthouse, you need to use the stairs, that is, there is no elevator. At the top of the lighthouse there is a wonderful view of the ocean and the promenade. The only thing is a strong wind. Near the swing there is a cafe and a place for souvenirs. There is a miniature version of the customs officer with whom you can take a picture. On the 1st floor of the pendulum, there is a small museum that tells the story of its creation, there are models of ships.
★★★★★
Superb place to visit for a one day trip.
Fees : 300 for adults, free for kids
It’s a wonderful place to visit with rocky beach and a very small sandy beach.
View is amazing .
You need to climb around 106 reps to each ti the top of the light house, last few steps are very narrow.
Food area near is good and reasonable, we ate at key cafe .
Car parking is free.
We went by Choshi line