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Mega Saki Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 6s🇯🇵Yakushima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mega Saki Lighthouse

This white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 10 meters tall on the southeastern tip of Kuchinoerabu Shima. Its focal height reaches 67 meters, projecting a white light with a single flash every 6 seconds. The lighthouse is situated near Yakushima in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. Its geographic range extends to 21 nautical miles. The structure is a square cylindrical concrete tower.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides maritime traffic around the southeastern tip of Kuchinoerabu Shima, a potentially hazardous navigational point. Its light signal aids vessels in maintaining safe passage through these waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
67m
Geographic Range
21NM

Location

City
Yakushima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Sea Region
southeastern tip of Kuchinoerabu Shima
Latitude
30.4360°
Longitude
130.2639°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical white concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Isso(11.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4786.6
ARLHS No.
JPN-339
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mega Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Mega Saki displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 6s — 2 white flashes every 6 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 Mega Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mega Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mugi at 1.2 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Yumugi (1.2 NM NNW), Iwayadomari (5.7 NM WNW), Kurio (13 NM SE), Yudomari (16.4 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mega Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mega Saki 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 Mega Saki Lighthouse?+
Mega 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 Mega Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mega 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.