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Mie Shima Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇯🇵Minamiise, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mie Shima Lighthouse

Also known as: Mie Shima (Miesima)

Mie Shima Lighthouse stands atop a steep, rocky island about 6 kilometers southeast of Yoshizu. This facility features a 7-meter tall cylindrical concrete tower painted white, rising from a 1-story concrete equipment building. Its light emits a single white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 21 nautical miles. The lighthouse complex is situated at a focal height of 67 meters above sea level. Access to the site and tower is restricted, maintaining its operational focus.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns vessels of the presence of Mie Shima, a rocky island southeast of Yoshizu, helping to prevent groundings and ensure safe passage for local maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
67m
Geographic Range
21NM

Location

City
Minamiise
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Mie Prefecture
Sea Region
Located atop Mie Shima, a steep, rocky island about 6 km southeast of Yoshizu.
Latitude
34.2434°
Longitude
136.5544°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower rising from a 1-story concrete equipment building

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yoshizu(3.1 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-348
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mie Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Mie Shima displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Mie Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mie Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yoshizu at 3.1 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Nishiki (8.2 NM WSW), Gokasho (9.3 NM NE), Hamajima (10.5 NM ENE), Nagashima (10.8 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mie Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mie 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 Mie Shima Lighthouse?+
Mie 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 Mie Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mie 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.