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Mate Shima Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇯🇵Nagashima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mate Shima Lighthouse

Mate Shima Lighthouse stands as a white, cylindrical concrete tower built in 1968. Reaching a height of 9 meters, its light is positioned 24 meters above the water. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every four seconds, providing a geographic range of 14.1 nautical miles. It is situated on the northern tip of Mate Shima, an island located in the southwestern part of Yatsushiro Bay. The nearest port, Shishijima, is 1.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the northern extremity of Mate Shima island, aiding vessels navigating the southwestern approaches to Yatsushiro Bay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1968

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shishijima(1.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M5129
ARLHS No.
JPN-2061

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower

Location

City
Nagashima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Sea Region
northern tip of Mate Shima, an island in the southwestern corner of Yatsushiro Bay
Latitude
32.2764°
Longitude
130.1895°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mate Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Mate Shima displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Mate Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mate Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kuzu at 1.1 NM to the S. Other ports served include Katasoba (1.3 NM E), Kamihira (2.9 NM WNW), Fukami (4.9 NM WSW), Amatsuke (6.5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mate Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mate Shima 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 Mate Shima Lighthouse?+
Mate Shima 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 Mate Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mate Shima 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.