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Kōne Shima Lighthouse

Iso W 8s🇯🇵Okayama and Hiroshima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kōne Shima Lighthouse

Kōne Shima is a white, round concrete tower that stands 16 meters high. Its light emanates from a focal height of 45 meters above sea level. The isophase white light completes a cycle every 8 seconds. This lighthouse provides a geographic range of 8 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso W 8s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Iso.W. period 8s
Focal Height
45m
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Okayama and Hiroshima
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.3344°
Longitude
133.0770°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower; 16

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5714
NGA No.
8496
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kōne Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Kōne Shima displays the characteristic Iso W 8s — 1 white flash every 8 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 Kōne Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kōne Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sunami at 1.6 NM to the N. Other ports served include Saizaki (1.7 NM W), Shigei (3.5 NM ENE), Tadanoumi (4.1 NM W), Inokuchi, Ehime (4.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kōne Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kōne 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 Kōne Shima Lighthouse?+
Kōne 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 Kōne Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kōne 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.