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Aino Shima Lighthouse

Iso White 8s🇯🇵Shingū, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Aino Shima Lighthouse

Also known as: Aino Shima (Tikusen Aino Shima)

Aino Shima Lighthouse stands on the island's highest point, west of Aino Shima, which is a high island located 6 km north of Fukuoka. This concrete post structure, measuring 10.5 meters tall, was built and first lit in 1986. It features a lantern atop the post, with the entire structure painted white, including the accompanying one-story equipment room. The light emits an isophase white signal on an 8-second cycle, visible for 23.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This light aids vessels navigating the waters around Aino Shima and approaching or departing the nearby port of Hakata/Fukuoka.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White 8s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Iso W 8s
Focal Height
87m
Geographic Range
23.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1986

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10.5m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 10.5m concrete post with lantern, centered on a square 1-story concrete equipment room. The entire structure is painted white.

Location

City
Shingū
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Fukuoka Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on the west side of Aino Shima, a high island 6 km north of Fukuoka, at the island's highest point.
Latitude
33.7611°
Longitude
130.3609°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hakata/Fukuoka(7.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M5284.4
ARLHS No.
JPN-647
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Aino Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Aino Shima displays the characteristic Iso White 8s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Aino Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Aino Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hakata/Fukuoka at 8 NM to the S. Other ports served include Hakata (8.1 NM S), Koza (9.9 NM SSE), Kasuya (10.6 NM SE), Onojo (15 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Aino Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Aino Shima Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Aino Shima Lighthouse?+
Aino Shima Lighthouse is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Aino Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Aino Shima Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.