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Kiroga Saki Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇯🇵Shimane, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kiroga Saki Lighthouse

Kiroga Saki lighthouse is a 36-meter-tall, round tower constructed of fiberglass. Its exterior is painted white with a red top. The navigational light emits a single white flash every 5 seconds. A foghorn mechanism is also part of the structure, producing a 3-second blast every 30 seconds, directed towards the south.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
41m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Shimane
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
36.0355°
Longitude
133.0687°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
36m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: White tower, red top; 36. Horn: 1bl. ev. 30s (bl. 3s, si. 27s) Horn points S

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7322.8
NGA No.
2140
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kiroga Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Kiroga Saki displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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 Kiroga Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kiroga Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kurii at 1.6 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Minami (2.6 NM NE), Chichii (3.4 NM NE), Hashi (3.5 NM NW), Ama, Hyogo (4.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kiroga Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kiroga 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 Kiroga Saki Lighthouse?+
Kiroga 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 Kiroga Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kiroga 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.