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Kishiwada Lighthouse

Fl (3) R 12s🇯🇵Ōsaka Area, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kishiwada Lighthouse

Kishiwada Lighthouse features a round, cylindrical concrete tower that stands 16 meters tall. The entire structure is painted red, matching the light it emits. Its operational light displays three white and red flashes in sequence every 12 seconds, a characteristic unique to this station. Situated at the north end of Kishiwada's detached west breakwater, this lighthouse is only accessible by boat. The focal height of the light is 16 meters above sea level.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) R 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Oc.(3)W.R.G. period 12s
Focal Height
16m

Location

City
Ōsaka Area
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.4923°
Longitude
135.3669°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5955
NGA No.
7260
ARLHS No.
JPN-1914
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kishiwada Lighthouse at night?+
Kishiwada displays the characteristic Fl (3) R 12s — 3 red flashes every 12 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kishiwada Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kishiwada Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hannan at 1.8 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include KAIZUKA (2.3 NM SSW), Sakai (3.4 NM NE), Sakaisenboku (4.8 NM NE), Sensyu (6.8 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kishiwada Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kishiwada 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 Kishiwada Lighthouse?+
Kishiwada 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 Kishiwada Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kishiwada 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.