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Kame Se Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 5s🇯🇵Tara, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kame Se Lighthouse

This concrete mast lighthouse, built in 1958, stands 9 meters tall with a focal height of 10 meters. Its distinctive two-stage structure is painted black and features a single red horizontal band for identification. The light emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. Located in the center of the entrance to Tara harbor in Saga Prefecture, Japan, it serves as a key navigational marker for vessels approaching the port of Tara.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of maritime traffic entering and exiting Tara harbor, clearly marking the main channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1958

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Saigo, Nagasaki(6.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M5178.5
NGA No.
11656

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
mast
Tower Color
black with one red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: two-stage concrete tower, painted black with one red horizontal band

Location

City
Tara
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Saga Prefecture
Sea Region
in the center of the entrance to Tara harbor
Latitude
32.9854°
Longitude
130.2131°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kame Se Lighthouse at night?+
Kame Se displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 5s — 2 white flashes every 5 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kame Se Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kame Se Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Konagai at 3.6 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Hamamatsu (7.7 NM NNW), Taira (8.3 NM SE), Kashima, Saga (8.5 NM NNW), Miike, Fukuoka (10 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kame Se Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kame Se 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 Kame Se Lighthouse?+
Kame Se 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 Kame Se Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kame Se 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.