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Mitsabe Lighthouse

Fl W 12s🇯🇵Shimane, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mitsabe Lighthouse

The Mitsabe Lighthouse is a square tower constructed from fiberglass. Its exterior is painted white with bands of red. The tower reaches a height of 18 meters, with the light situated at a focal height of 125 meters above sea level. It emits a single white flash every 12 seconds. This structure has a geographic range of 24 nautical miles.

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
125m
Geographic Range
24NM

Location

City
Shimane
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
36.0664°
Longitude
132.9476°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: White glass reinforced plastic(grp) fiberglass tower, red banded; 18

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7323.7
NGA No.
2112
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mitsabe Lighthouse at night?+
Mitsabe 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 Mitsabe Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mitsabe Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yura, Hyogo at 2.3 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Urago (2.8 NM ENE), Hashi (3.2 NM E), Mita (3.6 NM ENE), Kurii (5.1 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mitsabe Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mitsabe 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 Mitsabe Lighthouse?+
Mitsabe 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 Mitsabe Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mitsabe 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.