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Kurasaki Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 20s🇯🇵Kyushu-East Coast, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kurasaki Lighthouse

Constructed in 1884, Kurasaki Lighthouse is a 10-meter concrete tower painted white and black. It is situated on the Kyushu-East Coast. The light features two white flashes every 20 seconds. Its focal height is 93 meters, and it has a geographic range of 21 nautical miles. The structure is described as a pipe swing pole.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 20s
Focal Height
93m
Light Range
21NM (38.9 km)
Geographic Range
21NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1884

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4864
NGA No.
10868
Wikidata
Q137825287 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Color
white and black
Material
concrete

Structure: Pipe swing pole; 10

Location

City
Kyushu-East Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
31.5143°
Longitude
131.4158°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Kurasaki Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 93 meters and a nominal range of 21 nautical miles (approximately 38.9 km), Kurasaki is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Kurasaki Lighthouse at night?+
Kurasaki displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 20s — 2 white flashes every 20 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 Kurasaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kurasaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tonoura at 2 NM to the W. Other ports served include Meitsu (2.3 NM NW), Aburatsu (3.8 NM N), Kuroi (9.9 NM SW), Fukushima, Miyazaki (10.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kurasaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kurasaki 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 Kurasaki Lighthouse?+
Kurasaki 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 Kurasaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kurasaki 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.