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Kame Shima Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇯🇵Yasugi, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kame Shima Lighthouse

This white, cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands 8.5 meters tall on a small island located just offshore from Yasugi, Japan. Its lantern sits atop the post, which is connected to a single-story concrete equipment room. The focal height of the light is 12 meters, and it emits a white flash every four seconds. This light has a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The structure is situated only 0.3 kilometers from the nearest port, Yasugi, and guides vessels navigating the local coastal waters.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding maritime traffic navigating the coastal waters around Yasugi's waterfront, ensuring safe harbor approaches and departures.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Yasugi
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Shimane Prefecture
Sea Region
A small island just off the waterfront of Yasugi, Japan.
Latitude
35.4423°
Longitude
133.2571°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: An 8.5m white cylindrical concrete post with a lantern, attached to a 1-story concrete equipment room.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yasugi(0.3 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-1590
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kame Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Kame Shima displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kame Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is YONAGO at 3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Sakaiminato (4.9 NM N), Nagahama, Shimane (7 NM N), Kaizaki (7.2 NM NNE), Mihonoseki (7.6 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kame Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kame 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 Kame Shima Lighthouse?+
Kame 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 Kame Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kame 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.