Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Mikisaki Lighthouse

Fl W 12s🇯🇵Honshu-South Coast, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mikisaki Lighthouse

The Mikisaki lighthouse is a 13-meter round structure built from fiberglass. Its white tower stands on the Honshu South Coast. The light source is situated 149 meters above sea level. It emits a white flash every 12 seconds, visible for 21 nautical miles. The building is made of glass-reinforced plastic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 12s
Focal Height
149m
Light Range
21NM (38.9 km)
Geographic Range
21NM

Location

City
Honshu-South Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.9734°
Longitude
136.2699°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: White glass reinforced plastic(grp) fiberglass building; 13

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6010
NGA No.
6668
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Mikisaki Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near JP, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Mikisaki Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 149 meters and a nominal range of 21 nautical miles (approximately 38.9 km), Mikisaki is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Mikisaki Lighthouse at night?+
Mikisaki displays the characteristic Fl W 12s — 1 white flash every 12 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.
Which ports and harbors does Mikisaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mikisaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nigishima at 4.1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Owase (6.5 NM NNW), Hikimoto (8.4 NM N), Kinomoto (9.4 NM SW), Nagashima (14.3 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mikisaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mikisaki 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 Mikisaki Lighthouse?+
Mikisaki 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 Mikisaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mikisaki 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.