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Jizosaki Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 7s🇯🇵Seto Naikai Eastern, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Jizosaki Lighthouse

The Jizosaki Lighthouse is a 42-meter tall metal tower with an octagonal shape, painted white. Its light emits two white flashes every 7 seconds. The light is visible across an arc from 259 to 113 degrees. A RACON, also operational on the 3 cm band, is present at the station. The navigational light has a geographic range of 12 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 7s
Focal Height
67m
Light Range
12NM (22.2 km)
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Seto Naikai Eastern
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.4155°
Longitude
134.2358°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
42m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: White octagonal tower; 42. Visible 259°-113°. RACON Y(– • – –) 9 Visible 259°-114°.(3 cm)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5549
NGA No.
7928
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Jizosaki Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 67 meters and a nominal range of 12 nautical miles (approximately 22.2 km), Jizosaki is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Jizosaki Lighthouse at night?+
Jizosaki displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 7s — 2 white flashes every 7 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 Jizosaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jizosaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ikeda, Kagawa at 3.5 NM to the N. Other ports served include Sakate (4.8 NM ENE), Uchinomi (4.8 NM NE), Tonosho (5 NM NW), Tsuda (7.3 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jizosaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jizosaki 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 Jizosaki Lighthouse?+
Jizosaki 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 Jizosaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jizosaki 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.