[3] Other noteworthy events include the installation of the first electric power generator for a lighthouse in Japan in 1901.

[3] In 1945, during World War II, Shiriyazaki Lighthouse was bombarded by United States Navy warships, cracking its Fresnel lens and causing severe damage to its structure, killing its attendant.

However, the following year, on several occasions, fishermen reported being able to see a light in the ruined lighthouse, which enabled them to land safely despite a deep fog.

However, when authorities investigated, they found that the stairs were blocked with rubble and the light room was completely destroyed.

A temporary light was installed in the ruined structure from August 1946, and the rumors ceased.