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Borosesaki Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇯🇵Nansei Shoto, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Borosesaki Lighthouse

Borosesaki lighthouse is a white tower standing 110 meters high. Its light source is positioned at a focal height of 114 meters above sea level. The light emits a single, long white flash. This navigational aid is situated in the Nansei Shoto region.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 20 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
LFl
Focal Height
114m
Light Range
5NM (9.3 km)
Geographic Range
20NM

Location

City
Nansei Shoto
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
28.4473°
Longitude
129.5240°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
110m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4768
NGA No.
13144
Wikidata
Q126734657 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Borosesaki Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 114 meters and a nominal range of 5 nautical miles (approximately 9.3 km), Borosesaki is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Borosesaki Lighthouse at night?+
Borosesaki displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Borosesaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Borosesaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Naze at 3.4 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Tatsugo (4.8 NM E), Ashitoku (5.5 NM ESE), Chinase (5.6 NM SW), Toguchi (6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Borosesaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Borosesaki 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.
How can I track vessels near Borosesaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Borosesaki 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.