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Ikei Shima Lighthouse

Fl green 3s🇯🇵Durham, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ikei Shima Lighthouse

Also known as: Ike

Constructed in 1977, this cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands 14 meters tall on Ikei Island. Its round, hourglass-shaped tower, topped with a lantern and gallery, is a graceful example of modern design. The lighthouse emits a single green flash and has a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. It became operational in 1977 and continues to serve maritime traffic. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for safe navigation around Ikei Island, particularly for local fishing fleets and leisure craft in the East China Sea. Its distinctive tower design makes it a notable architectural feature of the island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.G
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1977

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: round hourglass-shaped concrete tower with lantern and gallery, a particularly graceful design

Location

City
Durham
Country
🇯🇵United States
Region
North Carolina
Sea Region
Ikei Shima, Japan
Latitude
35.9399°
Longitude
-78.9086°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Edenton(112.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M4759
NGA No.
13296
ARLHS No.
JPN-157
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ikei Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Ikei Shima displays the characteristic Fl green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ikei Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ikei Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Carrboro at 8.6 NM to the W. Other ports served include Creedmoor (15.2 NM NE), Cedar Grove (18.5 NM NW), Garner (20.8 NM SE), Salemburg (35.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ikei Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ikei 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 Ikei Shima Lighthouse?+
Ikei Shima Lighthouse is located within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Ikei Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ikei 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.