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Mitsukue Lighthouse

🇯🇵Ikata, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mitsukue Lighthouse

Also known as: Mitsukue (Mitukue) Kō

The Mitsukue lighthouse is an active aid to navigation in Japan's Ehime Prefecture. Constructed as a 7-meter tall skeletal tower, its light is positioned 13 meters above sea level. This structure provides a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located near the port of Mitsuke, just 0.1 kilometers away. While the site is open for visitors, the tower itself is not accessible.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids navigation for vessels in the coastal waters of Japan.

Light & Optic

Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Ikata
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Ehime Prefecture
Latitude
33.4591°
Longitude
132.2507°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mitsuke(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M5427
NGA No.
9288

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
skeletal

Structure: skeletal tower at this location

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Mitsukue Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mitsukue Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is MITSUKE at 0.1 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Ikata (5.3 NM ENE), Kawanoishi (7 NM E), Yawatahama (8.2 NM E), Mikame (8.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mitsukue Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mitsukue 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 Mitsukue Lighthouse?+
Mitsukue 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 Mitsukue Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mitsukue 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.