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Daio Saki North Lighthouse

Fl red 3s🇯🇵Shima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Daio Saki North Lighthouse

Also known as: Daiozaki

This tripodal beacon stands 46 meters tall with a black and yellow striped tower. Located in Shima, Mie Prefecture, Japan, it overlooks the waters of Daio Saki North. The focal height of the light is 27 meters, and it emits a single red flash. Its geographic range is 14.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. The nearest port is Matoya, situated 5.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the northern approach to the Daio Saki peninsula, a key navigational point for vessels entering or leaving Ise Bay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.R
Focal Height
27m
Geographic Range
14.7NM

Location

City
Shima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Mie Prefecture
Sea Region
Daio Saki (Daiozaki) North, Japan
Latitude
34.2783°
Longitude
136.9008°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Matoya(5.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M6036.2
NGA No.
6388

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
46m
Tower Color
black and yellow

Structure: Tripodal beacon; 46

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Daio Saki North Lighthouse at night?+
Daio Saki North displays the characteristic Fl red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Daio Saki North Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Daio Saki North Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Matoya at 5.2 NM to the N. Other ports served include Hamajima (7.3 NM W), Gokasho (10.9 NM WNW), Toba (12.5 NM NNW), Suga (13.3 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Daio Saki North Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Daio Saki North 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 Daio Saki North Lighthouse?+
Daio Saki North 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 Daio Saki North Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Daio Saki North 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.