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Kamui Misaki Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇯🇵Shakotan, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kamui Misaki Lighthouse

A cylindrical concrete tower, 11 meters tall, stands at Cape Kamui Misaki, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan. It features black and white horizontal bands and a lantern with a gallery, rising from a one-story equipment building. The lighthouse, built in 1960, emits a white light with one flash every 15 seconds from a focal height of 81 meters. Its geographic range extends to 22.8 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed. The nearest port is Furubira, located 13.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels around Cape Kamui Misaki, a significant navigational hazard. Its light aids mariners in avoiding the rocky shoreline and strong currents, supporting both fishing fleets and commercial traffic. The distinctive black and white bands also serve as a daytime landmark.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
81m
Geographic Range
22.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1960

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, rising from a 1-story equipment building

Location

City
Shakotan
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hokkaido Prefecture
Sea Region
Cape Kamui Misaki, Japan, marking a prominent headland on the coast.
Latitude
43.3334°
Longitude
140.3472°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Furubira(13.3 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-222
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kamui Misaki Lighthouse at night?+
Kamui Misaki displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 Kamui Misaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kamui Misaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Furubira at 13.2 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Yoichi (20.5 NM ESE), Iwanai (21.8 NM SSE), Otaru (30.4 NM ESE), Suttsu (32.4 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kamui Misaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kamui Misaki 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.
How can I track vessels near Kamui Misaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kamui Misaki 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.