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Kabuto Shima Lighthouse

Fl W 3s🇯🇵Nagasaki Area, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kabuto Shima Lighthouse

Kabuto Shima lighthouse is an operational aid to navigation in the Nagasaki Area. Its focal height reaches 24 meters above sea level. The light emits a single white flash every 3 seconds. The geographic range of this light is 5 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 3s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
5NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5210
NGA No.
11872

Location

City
Nagasaki Area
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.0129°
Longitude
129.6297°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kabuto Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Kabuto Shima displays the characteristic Fl W 3s — 1 white flash every 3 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 Kabuto Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kabuto Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ôshima, Nagasaki at 1.6 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Omodaka (4.3 NM NNE), Matsushima, Nagasaki (4.4 NM SSW), Seto (4.8 NM S), Saikai (4.9 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kabuto Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kabuto 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 Kabuto Shima Lighthouse?+
Kabuto 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 Kabuto Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kabuto 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.