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Kimaki Misaki Lighthouse

Oc (2) White 6s🇯🇵Shimamaki, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kimaki Misaki Lighthouse

Kimaki Misaki lighthouse is a 9.5m cylindrical concrete tower constructed in 1964. It is distinguished by red and white horizontal bands. Located approximately 20 kilometers southwest of Shimamaki, its light source is 41m above sea level. The illumination consists of two white flashes occurring every 6 seconds, with a visible distance of 17.2 nautical miles. Access to the location is permitted, but entry into the tower is restricted.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigation aid for the coastal area southwest of Shimamaki, assisting vessels in navigating around the headland.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc(2) W 6s
Focal Height
41m
Geographic Range
17.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1964

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: A 9.5m cylindrical concrete post, painted with red and white horizontal bands.

Location

City
Shimamaki
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hokkaido Prefecture
Sea Region
promontory about 20 km southwest of Shimamaki
Latitude
42.6875°
Longitude
139.9257°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Setana(14.7 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-257
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kimaki Misaki Lighthouse at night?+
Kimaki Misaki displays the characteristic Oc (2) White 6s — 2 white flashes every 6 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kimaki Misaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kimaki Misaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Setana at 14.8 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Suttsu (15.2 NM ENE), Iwanai (31.8 NM NE), Youra (35.1 NM E), Okushiri (35.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kimaki Misaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kimaki 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.
How can I track vessels near Kimaki Misaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kimaki 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.