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Kasa Misaki Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 13s🇯🇵Ishikawa, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kasa Misaki Lighthouse

Kasa Misaki is an operational mast lighthouse standing 8 meters tall. Its distinctive tower displays black and orange banding. The light is situated at a focal height of 54 meters and emits three white flashes every 13 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 12 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 13s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
13s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 13s
Focal Height
54m
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Ishikawa
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
36.3514°
Longitude
136.2998°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
mast
Tower Color
black and orange

Structure: Mast; 8. Seasonal

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7237
NGA No.
2720
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kasa Misaki Lighthouse at night?+
Kasa Misaki displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 13s — 3 white flashes every 13 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 Kasa Misaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kasa Misaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ataka at 6.9 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Fukui (12 NM SW), Takasu, Fukui (17.8 NM SSW), Ukui (17.8 NM SSW), Kanazawa (21.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kasa Misaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kasa 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.
What shipping routes pass near Kasa Misaki Lighthouse?+
Kasa Misaki 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 Kasa Misaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kasa 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.