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Jinoshima Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 8s🇯🇵Seto Naikai Eastern, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Jinoshima Lighthouse

The Jinoshima Lighthouse is a 39-meter masonry tower topped with a white lantern. The structure, a brown masonry tower painted white, stands 39 meters tall. Its light displays two white flashes every 8 seconds. The lighthouse has a focal height of 56 meters and a geographic range of 5 nautical miles. It is operational and located in Seto Naikai Eastern.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 8s
Focal Height
56m
Light Range
5NM (9.3 km)
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Seto Naikai Eastern
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.2976°
Longitude
135.0591°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
39m
Tower Shape
lantern
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: Brown masonry tower, white lantern; 39

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5959
NGA No.
7204
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Jinoshima Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 56 meters and a nominal range of 5 nautical miles (approximately 9.3 km), Jinoshima is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Jinoshima Lighthouse at night?+
Jinoshima displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 8s — 2 white flashes every 8 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.
Which ports and harbors does Jinoshima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jinoshima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fuke at 4 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Tannowa (6.8 NM ENE), Kainan (6.9 NM SSE), Wakayama (6.9 NM SSE), Shimotsu (11.4 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jinoshima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jinoshima 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 Jinoshima Lighthouse?+
Jinoshima 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 Jinoshima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jinoshima 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.