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Anose Saki Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇯🇵Tsushima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Anose Saki Lighthouse

Also known as: Konose

Anose (Konose) Saki Lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower with a gallery, standing 12 meters tall. Established in 1980, it emits a white flash every three seconds. The lighthouse is located on the Anose (Konose) Saki cape in Tsushima, within Japan's Nagasaki Prefecture. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port, Kusubo, is located 0.8 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the Anose (Konose) Saki cape, guiding vessels past this headland. Its consistent signal aids local fishing fleets and coastal shipping in the region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s

Construction & History

Year Built
1980

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery

Location

City
Tsushima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Nagasaki Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on Anose (Konose) Saki in Japan.
Latitude
34.2999°
Longitude
129.3446°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kusubo(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
M5073.8.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Anose Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Anose Saki displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Anose Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Anose Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kusubo at 0.8 NM to the E. Other ports served include Takeshiki (2 NM W), Kechi (2.6 NM SSW), Kamoise (2.8 NM NE), Hirugaura (3.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Anose Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Anose Saki 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 Anose Saki Lighthouse?+
Anose Saki 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 Anose Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Anose Saki 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.