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Kashika Saki Lighthouse

Fl Red 15s🇯🇵Nishinoomote, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kashika Saki Lighthouse

Also known as: Kasika

Constructed in 1963, this lighthouse has a cylindrical concrete tower measuring 13 meters in height. It originates from a single-story concrete equipment building and incorporates a concrete equipment room and gallery. The light displays a red flash every 15 seconds from a focal height of 69 meters. The light's reach covers 21.3 nautical miles. While the tower is inaccessible, the site remains open to visitors. The structure is situated on Kashika Saki in Kagoshima Prefecture.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the Kashika Saki cape, a point of navigational difficulty. Its function since 1963 supports maritime safety in the area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl R 15s
Focal Height
69m
Geographic Range
21.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1963

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

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

Location

City
Nishinoomote
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on Kashika Saki, a cape in Japan.
Latitude
30.8352°
Longitude
131.0596°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nishinoomote(6.7 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kashika Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Kashika Saki displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kashika Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kashika Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kaminofuruta at 2.9 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Iseki (3.9 NM SSE), Nishinoomote (7.2 NM SSW), Tanowaki (8.7 NM S), Ageshima (11.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kashika Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kashika 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 Kashika Saki Lighthouse?+
Kashika 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 Kashika Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kashika 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.