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Ikari Shima Lighthouse

Fl Green 8s🇯🇵Takehara, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ikari Shima Lighthouse

Ikari Shima Lighthouse is a white, cylindrical concrete tower standing 8 meters tall. Mounted on a concrete pier, its focal height is 11 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single green flash every 8 seconds. It is located off the mainland south of Yoshina, near Takehara in Hiroshima Prefecture. The nearest port, Onishi, is 2.9 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks offshore waters south of Yoshina, guiding local fishing boats and maritime traffic past potential hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl G 8s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

City
Takehara
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hiroshima Prefecture
Sea Region
Located off the mainland south of Yoshina.
Latitude
34.2989°
Longitude
132.8752°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round concrete tower mounted on a concrete pier

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Onishi(2.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M5710.6
NGA No.
8824
ARLHS No.
JPN-338
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ikari Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Ikari Shima displays the characteristic Fl Green 8s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ikari Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ikari Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Akitsu at 3.1 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Kinoe (4.3 NM SSE), Takehara (4.5 NM ENE), Tadanoumi (6.2 NM ENE), Okamura (7.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ikari Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ikari 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 Ikari Shima Lighthouse?+
Ikari 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 Ikari Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ikari 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.