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Honme Misaki Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 15s🇯🇵Shimamaki, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Honme Misaki Lighthouse

Built in 1962, Honme Misaki Lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower colored with black and white horizontal bands. It stands 11 meters tall, with its light positioned 48 meters above sea level. The structure includes a lantern and gallery attached to a small equipment room. This lighthouse emits a white light that flashes once every 15 seconds and has a geographic range of 18.4 nautical miles. It is situated on a steep, rocky headland about 3 kilometers west of Shimamaki in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks a steep, rocky headland west of Shimamaki, providing essential warning to vessels navigating these coastal waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
48m
Geographic Range
18.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1962

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: hexagonal cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a small equipment room

Location

City
Shimamaki
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hokkaido Prefecture
Sea Region
steep, rocky headland about 3 km (2 mi) west of Shimamaki
Latitude
42.7447°
Longitude
140.1147°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Setana(21.4 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-137
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Honme Misaki Lighthouse at night?+
Honme Misaki displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 15s — 3 white flashes every 15 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Honme Misaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Honme Misaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Suttsu at 6.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Setana (21.4 NM SW), Iwanai (23.1 NM NE), Youra (28.1 NM ESE), Furubira (39.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Honme Misaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Honme Misaki 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 Honme Misaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Honme Misaki 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.