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Kinen Saki Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 7s🇯🇵Tokunoshima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kinen Saki Lighthouse

Kinen Saki Lighthouse, built in 1986, is a 14-meter tall cylindrical concrete tower painted white. It stands on the southeastern tip of Tokuno Shima, an island in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. The lighthouse is surrounded by farm fields near the town of Isen. Its light emits a white flash every 7 seconds from a focal height of 22 meters. The structure includes a lantern and gallery atop the tower, with an attached 1-story concrete equipment room.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the southeastern extremity of Tokuno Shima, offering a key navigational reference point for vessels in the surrounding waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl W 7s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1986

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Boma(5.1 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-2568

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-story concrete equipment room

Location

City
Tokunoshima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Sea Region
southeastern tip of Tokuno Shima, surrounded by farm fields near Isen
Latitude
27.8913°
Longitude
128.9704°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kinen Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Kinen Saki displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 7s — 2 white flashes every 7 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 Kinen Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kinen Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Boma at 5.1 NM to the S. Other ports served include Hetono (6.3 NM SW), Kametoku (9.6 NM SSE), Shikaura (12.3 NM SSW), Omonawa (13.5 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kinen Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kinen 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.
How can I track vessels near Kinen Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kinen 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.