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Kome Shima Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 12s🇯🇵Taiki, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kome Shima Lighthouse

Kome Shima lighthouse, built of concrete, stands as a cylindrical white tower 10 meters high. Its unique hourglass shape is a notable feature of this 1970 structure. Situated on a small island about 2.5 kilometers southeast of Nishiki harbor's entrance, it helps vessels navigate the coastal waters. The light, visible for 13.8 nautical miles, emits a single white flash every 12 seconds from a focal height of 23 meters. This lighthouse is located in Mie Prefecture, Japan, near the city of Taiki.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels safely into Nishiki harbor, particularly those navigating the coastal waters southeast of the entrance. Its distinctive hourglass-shaped tower provides a unique architectural feature.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1970

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nishiki(1.5 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-1824

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round hourglass-shaped white concrete tower

Location

City
Taiki
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Mie Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on a small island about 2.5 km (1.5 mi) southeast of the entrance to Nishiki harbor.
Latitude
34.1924°
Longitude
136.4026°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kome Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Kome Shima displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 12s — 3 white 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kome Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kome Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nishiki at 1.5 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Nagashima (3.1 NM WNW), Yoshizu (7.2 NM NE), Hikimoto (9.3 NM WSW), Owase (12 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kome Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kome 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 Kome Shima Lighthouse?+
Kome 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 Kome Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kome 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.