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Kurinokami Sho Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 5s🇯🇵Shingū, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kurinokami Sho Lighthouse

This conical concrete lighthouse stands 17 meters tall on an isolated rock about 20 kilometers west of Fukuma. Its exterior is painted black with a single red horizontal band. The light emits white flashes every 5 seconds. Access to the site is permitted, though the tower itself remains closed to visitors. The nearest port is Ohshima, Fukuoka, located 10.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns vessels of the hazardous rock it marks in the open sea west of Fukuma. Its unique appearance helps mariners identify their position.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
Shingū
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Fukuoka Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on an isolated rock about 20 km west of Fukuma.
Latitude
33.8023°
Longitude
130.2618°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ohshima, Fukuoka(10.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M5270.6
NGA No.
12328

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
conical
Tower Color
black with one red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: A 17m round tapered concrete tower with gallery, painted black with one red horizontal band.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kurinokami Sho Lighthouse at night?+
Kurinokami Sho displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 5s — 2 white flashes every 5 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 Kurinokami Sho Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kurinokami Sho Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hakata at 11.7 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Hakata/Fukuoka (11.9 NM SSE), Koza (14 NM SSE), Kasuya (15.7 NM SE), Kafuri (15.8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kurinokami Sho Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kurinokami Sho 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 Kurinokami Sho Lighthouse?+
Kurinokami Sho 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 Kurinokami Sho Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kurinokami Sho 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.