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Higo Okino Shima Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇯🇵Tsunagi, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Higo Okino Shima Lighthouse

Located in Tsunagi, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, this lighthouse features a white, cylindrical concrete tower that measures 8 meters in height. The light source is positioned 24 meters above sea level. It emits a white flash every 3 seconds, with a geographic visibility of 14.1 nautical miles. The structure is situated approximately 1.2 kilometers by water from Fukuura port. Visitors may access the site, but climbing the tower is not permitted.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigation aid, marking a specific point for vessels operating in the waters of Yatsushiro Bay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Location

City
Tsunagi
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kumamoto Prefecture
Sea Region
Yatsushiro Bay, about 1.5 km northwest of the Egushi lighthouse.
Latitude
32.2991°
Longitude
130.4462°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fukuura, Kumamoto(1.2 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-2092

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Higo Okino Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Higo Okino Shima 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 Higo Okino Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Higo Okino Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shinkawa, Kagoshima at 3.8 NM to the S. Other ports served include TAURA (4.5 NM NE), Komenotsu (6.8 NM SSW), Nama (6.8 NM SSW), Minamata (7.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Higo Okino Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Higo Okino 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 Higo Okino Shima Lighthouse?+
Higo Okino 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 Higo Okino Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Higo Okino 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.