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Kuro Saki Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇯🇵Honshu-East Coast, JPInactive

Location & Light Range

About Kuro Saki Lighthouse

This white metal mast structure stands 13 meters tall, with its light positioned at a focal height of 143 meters. It emits a single white flash every 5 seconds. The light is visible over a sector of 127 degrees 30 minutes to 358 degrees. The lighthouse is located on the east coast of Honshu. It is not currently operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
143m
Light Range
19NM (35.2 km)
Geographic Range
19NM

Location

City
Honshu-East Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
40.0071°
Longitude
141.9357°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
mast
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: White metal tower; 13. Visible 127°30´-358°

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6606
NGA No.
3992
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Wikidata
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Kuro Saki Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 143 meters and a nominal range of 19 nautical miles (approximately 35.2 km), Kuro Saki 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 Kuro Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Kuro Saki displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash 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.
Which ports and harbors does Kuro Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kuro Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is NODA at 8 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Omoto (9.6 NM S), Kuji, Iwate (13 NM NNW), Miyako, Iwate (22.2 NM S), Iya (22.5 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kuro Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Kuro Saki Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Kuro Saki Lighthouse?+
Kuro Saki 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 Kuro Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kuro Saki 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.