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Kamodamisaki Lighthouse

Fl W 3s🇯🇵Seto Naikai Eastern - Kii Suido, JPInactive

Location & Light Range

About Kamodamisaki Lighthouse

The Kamodamisaki lighthouse has a focal height of 50 meters. Its light characteristic is a single white flash occurring every 3 seconds. This navigational aid, located in the Seto Naikai Eastern - Kii Suido region, has a geographic range of 5 nautical miles. It is situated at coordinates 134.7493,33.83425. The lighthouse is no longer operational.

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
50m
Light Range
5NM (9.3 km)
Geographic Range
5NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5577
NGA No.
7052
Wikidata
Q60985837 →

Location

City
Seto Naikai Eastern - Kii Suido
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.8342°
Longitude
134.7493°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Kamodamisaki Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 50 meters and a nominal range of 5 nautical miles (approximately 9.3 km), Kamodamisaki 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 Kamodamisaki Lighthouse at night?+
Kamodamisaki 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 Kamodamisaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kamodamisaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Anan at 4.6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Tachibana (5.3 NM WNW), Tomioka, Tokushima (6.7 NM NNW), Yuki (8.7 NM WSW), Yuki (9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kamodamisaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Kamodamisaki Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Kamodamisaki Lighthouse?+
Kamodamisaki 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 Kamodamisaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kamodamisaki 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.