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Bintare Shima Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇯🇵Kushima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bintare Shima Lighthouse

Also known as: #Bintare Shima (Bindare Jima) (?)

Bintare Shima lighthouse, a cylindrical concrete tower 9.5 meters high, was located on a small island off Fukushima harbor in Kushima, Miyazaki Prefecture. Its light, visible for 4 nautical miles, emitted a white flash. The focal height of the light was 33 meters. The structure served as a navigational aid near the small island, with the nearest port being Shibushi, 6.4 kilometers away. The lighthouse ceased operations in 2020 and is believed to have been demolished, as it is no longer visible on satellite views.

Why it matters: The Bintare Shima lighthouse provided guidance for vessels navigating the waters near Fukushima harbor. Its decommissioning and likely removal mark the end of a tangible navigational landmark in the region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.W
Focal Height
33m
Geographic Range
4NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Inactive since 2020, probably demolished, Admiralty deleted light, no longer visible on satellite view

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shibushi(6.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M4858
NGA No.
10892
ARLHS No.
JPN-2123

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower

Location

City
Kushima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Miyazaki Prefecture
Sea Region
small island off Fukushima harbor
Latitude
31.4261°
Longitude
131.2159°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bintare Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Bintare Shima displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Bintare Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bintare Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fukushima, Miyazaki at 2.4 NM to the N. Other ports served include Kuroi (4.6 NM ESE), Shibushi (5.9 NM WNW), Tonoura (9.9 NM ENE), Hami (10.8 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bintare Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bintare 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 Bintare Shima Lighthouse?+
Bintare 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 Bintare Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bintare 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.