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Chigoki Saki Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇯🇵Happou, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chigoki Saki Lighthouse

Also known as: Chigoki Saki (Tigoki Saki, Sugo Saki)

Chigoki Saki Lighthouse began operation in 1954. The structure is a 14-meter-tall cylindrical concrete tower, painted white, with a semicircular lantern and gallery at its apex. Its light is situated 47 meters above sea level and produces a white flash every 5 seconds. The light's visibility extends to 18.2 nautical miles. This facility is situated on a headland about 35 kilometers north of Noshiro, in Akita Prefecture. Visitors can access the grounds, but not the tower.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the headland located approximately 35 kilometers north of Noshiro, providing a navigation reference for vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
47m
Geographic Range
18.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1954

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Noshiro(12.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M7055.5
ARLHS No.
JPN-642

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with semicircular lantern and gallery, all painted white

Location

City
Happou
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Akita Prefecture
Sea Region
on a promontory about 35 km (22 mi) north of Noshiro
Latitude
40.4144°
Longitude
139.9489°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chigoki Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Chigoki Saki displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Chigoki Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chigoki Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Noshiro at 12.8 NM to the S. Other ports served include Fukaura, Aomori (13.9 NM N), Ajigasawa (25.1 NM NNE), Funagawa (32.2 NM S), Akitafunagawa (32.6 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chigoki Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chigoki 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 Chigoki Saki Lighthouse?+
Chigoki 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 Chigoki Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chigoki 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.