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Kenashi Shima Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇯🇵Nishio, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kenashi Shima Lighthouse

Also known as: Kenasi

The Kenashi Shima lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 10 meters tall, with its light positioned 13 meters above the water. The structure, painted white, black, and orange, features a round hourglass shape and is attached to a small equipment shelter. It emits a red flash every three seconds, visible for 11.3 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though access to the tower itself is restricted. The lighthouse is situated near Nishio in Japan's Aichi Prefecture.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigational aid for local fishing fleets and coastal vessels navigating the waters around Kenashi Island, helping them avoid hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Nishio
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Aichi Prefecture
Sea Region
waters around Kenashi Shima (Kenashi Island) in Japan
Latitude
34.7704°
Longitude
137.1425°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Higashihazu(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M6195.6
NGA No.
5920

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and black and orange
Material
concrete

Structure: round hourglass-shaped concrete tower attached to a small equipment shelter

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kenashi Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Kenashi Shima displays the characteristic Fl Red 3s. 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 Kenashi Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kenashi Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Higashihazu at 0.9 NM to the N. Other ports served include Kuramai (1.5 NM ENE), Yoshida, Aichi (2.8 NM W), Mikawa (3.3 NM NE), Gamagori (5.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kenashi Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kenashi Shima 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 Kenashi Shima Lighthouse?+
Kenashi Shima 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 Kenashi Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kenashi Shima 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.