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Kurumi Se Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Kurumi Se Lighthouse

Also known as: Kurumi Se (Kurumi No Se)

The Kurumi Se lighthouse is a 12-meter concrete tower situated on a reef approximately 2.5 kilometers west of Fukue. Its cylindrical, hourglass-shaped structure is painted black with a single red horizontal band. This active light emits two white flashes every five seconds. The tower's focal height is also 12 meters, providing a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. Access to the site is permitted, though the tower itself remains closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for maritime safety, warning vessels of the dangerous reef located west of Fukue and ensuring safe passage through complex coastal waters.

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
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Shimonoseki
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Yamaguchi Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on a reef about 2.5 km west of Fukue.
Latitude
34.0984°
Longitude
130.7834°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Waita(6.5 km)
Admiralty No.
M5330
NGA No.
1540
ARLHS No.
JPN-147

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black with one red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round hourglass-shaped concrete tower with gallery, painted black with one red horizontal band

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kurumi Se Lighthouse at night?+
Kurumi Se 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 Kurumi Se Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kurumi Se Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Murotsu, Yamaguchi at 5.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Hibikishinko (7.1 NM SSW), Kogushi, Yamaguchi (8.6 NM ENE), Mutsure (8.9 NM SSE), Ikina (10.2 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kurumi Se Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kurumi Se 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 Kurumi Se Lighthouse?+
Kurumi Se 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 Kurumi Se Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kurumi Se 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.