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Kashinosaki Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 20s🇯🇵Honshu-South Coast, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kashinosaki Lighthouse

Kashinosaki Lighthouse was constructed in 1870 and first lit in the same year. The lighthouse features a white, round tower standing 14.6 meters tall. Its light has a focal height of 47 meters above sea level and emits two white flashes every 20 seconds. The geographic range of the light is 18 nautical miles. This structure is visible across a 109 to 033 degree arc.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is designated as a Historic Site of Japan.

Background
Kashinosaki Lighthouse (樫野埼灯台, Kashinosaki tōdai) is a lighthouse located on the island of Kii Ōshima, off the southwestern coast of Kii Peninsula in the Kansai region of Japan. Administratively, the island is part of the town of Kushimoto, Wakayama Prefecture.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 20s
Focal Height
47m
Light Range
18NM (33.3 km)
Geographic Range
18NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1870
Heritage Status
Historic Site of Japan

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5998
NGA No.
6756
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q6374339 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14.6m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white

Structure: White tower; 49. Visible 109°-033°

Location

City
Honshu-South Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.4718°
Longitude
135.8619°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Kashinosaki Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 47 meters and a nominal range of 18 nautical miles (approximately 33.3 km), Kashinosaki is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Kashinosaki Lighthouse at night?+
Kashinosaki displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 20s — 2 white flashes every 20 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 Kashinosaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kashinosaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sue at 1.8 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include KUSHIMOTO (3.6 NM W), Fukuro (4.5 NM W), Katsuura, Wakayama (10.2 NM NNE), Shingu (13.4 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kashinosaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kashinosaki 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 Kashinosaki Lighthouse?+
Kashinosaki 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 Kashinosaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kashinosaki 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.