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Kouta Misaki Lighthouse

Oc (3) White 13s🇯🇵Setana, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kouta Misaki Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete lighthouse, built in 1957, stands 10 meters tall and is painted white. Its structure includes a round concrete tower attached to a single-story concrete equipment room. The light is positioned at a focal height of 31 meters and emits three white flashes every 13 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 15.5 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, who can access it via a stairway, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for mariners navigating the waters off the promontory west of Taisei, providing a clear signal with its distinctive light characteristic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) White 13s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
13s
Raw Code
Oc(3) W 13s
Focal Height
31m
Geographic Range
15.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1957

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round concrete tower attached to a small 1-story concrete equipment room

Location

City
Setana
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hokkaido Prefecture
Sea Region
a promontory about 5 km west of Taisei
Latitude
42.2235°
Longitude
139.8158°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Okushiri(13.3 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-294
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kouta Misaki Lighthouse at night?+
Kouta Misaki displays the characteristic Oc (3) White 13s — 3 white flashes every 13 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 Kouta Misaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kouta Misaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Okushiri at 13.3 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Setana (13.5 NM N), Aonae (18.9 NM WSW), Motomachi (20.7 NM SE), Esashi/Hiyama (25.3 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kouta Misaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kouta 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 Kouta Misaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kouta 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.