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Konpira Misaki Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇯🇵Shosanbetsu, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Konpira Misaki Lighthouse

Also known as: Konpira Misaki (Shosanbetsu)

Konpira Misaki lighthouse, built in 1969, is an active concrete structure standing 12 meters tall. Its hourglass-shaped tower, painted with red and white horizontal bands, features a lantern and gallery. The light emits a single white flash every four seconds. Located on a promontory in Misakidai Park near Shosanbetsu, Hokkaido Prefecture, the lighthouse's focal height is 55 meters, providing a geographic range of 19.4 nautical miles. The nearest port is Haboro, 11.9 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is significant for navigation along the northern coast of Shosanbetsu, marking the promontory it occupies. Its unusual hourglass design also makes it a notable landmark and local attraction within Misakidai Park.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
55m
Geographic Range
19.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1969

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Haboro(11.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M6935
NGA No.
1364
ARLHS No.
JPN-287

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
hourglass-shaped
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: hourglass-shaped concrete tower with lantern and gallery, colored with red and white horizontal bands

Location

City
Shosanbetsu
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hokkaido Prefecture
Sea Region
on a promontory on the north side of Shosanbetsu, built in Misakidai Park.
Latitude
44.5631°
Longitude
141.7743°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Konpira Misaki Lighthouse at night?+
Konpira Misaki displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Konpira Misaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Konpira Misaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Haboro at 11.9 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Tomamae (15.7 NM SSW), Yagishiri (16.5 NM WSW), Nishiura (17.6 NM WSW), Teshio (19 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Konpira Misaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Konpira Misaki 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 Konpira Misaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Konpira Misaki 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.