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Kantori Saki Lighthouse

Fl W 8s🇯🇵Wakayama Prefecture, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kantori Saki Lighthouse

Kantori Saki lighthouse stands 41 meters above sea level in Wakayama Prefecture. This navigational aid emits a white light. The characteristic of the light is a single flash repeating every 8 seconds. Its geographic range extends for 18 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 8s
Focal Height
41m
Geographic Range
18NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6002
NGA No.
6716

Location

City
Wakayama Prefecture
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.5824°
Longitude
135.9583°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kantori Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Kantori Saki displays the characteristic Fl W 8s — 1 white flash every 8 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 Kantori Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kantori Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Katsuura, Wakayama at 2.7 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Shingu (5.5 NM NNE), Sue (9.9 NM SW), KUSHIMOTO (10.9 NM SW), Fukuro (11.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kantori Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kantori Saki 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 Kantori Saki Lighthouse?+
Kantori Saki 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 Kantori Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kantori Saki 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.