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Himi Kara Shima Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇯🇵Himi, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Himi Kara Shima Lighthouse

This 12-meter cylindrical concrete lighthouse, painted white, stands on an islet off Himi harbor in Japan's Toyama Prefecture. Attached to a 1-story concrete equipment shelter, the structure's focal height reaches 20 meters. It emits a white light with a single flash every 3 seconds. The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 13.2 nautical miles. Its operational status confirms its ongoing role in maritime safety for this coastal area.

Why it matters: The lighthouse serves as a critical navigational reference for vessels approaching and departing Himi harbor, specifically marking the presence of a small islet to prevent groundings.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

City
Himi
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Toyama Prefecture
Sea Region
an islet off Himi harbor
Latitude
36.8643°
Longitude
136.9956°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 12m cylindrical concrete post attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment shelter, painted white.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fushiki(5.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M7164.5
NGA No.
3052
ARLHS No.
JPN-1283
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Himi Kara Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Himi Kara 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 Himi Kara Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Himi Kara Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fushikitoyama at 6.6 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Toyamashinko (8.2 NM SE), Nakanoto (8.5 NM NNW), Fushiki (8.8 NM SE), Hiki (8.8 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Himi Kara Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Himi Kara 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 Himi Kara Shima Lighthouse?+
Himi Kara 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 Himi Kara Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Himi Kara 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.