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Mihonoseki Lighthouse

Fl White 12s🇯🇵Matsue, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mihonoseki Lighthouse

Also known as: Mihonoseki (Jizō Zaki)

The Mihonoseki Lighthouse, built in 1898, is a cylindrical stone tower painted white, standing 14 meters tall. It features a lantern and gallery, with a semicircular stone keeper's cottage attached. The light emits a single white flash every 12 seconds. This lighthouse has an operational focal height of 83 meters and a geographic range of 23 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a guide for vessels navigating the Japanese coastline near its headland.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
83m
Geographic Range
23NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1898

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a semicircular stone keeper's cottage

Location

City
Matsue
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Shimane Prefecture
Latitude
35.5671°
Longitude
133.3254°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mihonoseki(0.9 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mihonoseki Lighthouse at night?+
Mihonoseki displays the characteristic Fl White 12s. 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 Mihonoseki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mihonoseki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mihonoseki at 0.9 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Karubi (1.4 NM WNW), Kaizaki (1.5 NM WSW), Nagahama, Shimane (2.2 NM WSW), Hoda (3.5 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mihonoseki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mihonoseki 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 Mihonoseki Lighthouse?+
Mihonoseki 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 Mihonoseki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mihonoseki 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.