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Miya Saki Lighthouse

Oc White 8s🇯🇵Karatsu, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Miya Saki Lighthouse

Also known as: Miya Saki (Hizen Miyazaki)

Established in 1975, Miya Saki lighthouse is located on a concrete pier just offshore, near a Shinto shrine at the eastern entrance to Matsuura Bay. This active light operates from a concrete post attached to a one-story equipment building, standing 8.5 meters tall with its light 11.5 meters above sea level. It emits an occulting white light, featuring one white flash every 8 seconds, with a geographic range of 10.9 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated about 18 kilometers west of Karatsu, in the Saga Prefecture of Japan. Its functional design marks a modern approach to lighthouse construction in the region.

Why it matters: Miya Saki lighthouse is important for safe navigation into and out of Matsuura Bay, marking its eastern entrance cape. Its placement near a Shinto shrine also adds to the local cultural landscape.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc W 8s
Focal Height
11.5m
Geographic Range
10.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1975

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hoshika(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M5254.9
NGA No.
12156
USCG No.
JCG-5903

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: concrete post attached to a 1-story concrete equipment building

Location

City
Karatsu
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Saga Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on a prominent cape at the eastern entrance to Matsuura Bay, about 18 km west of Karatsu, just offshore on a concrete pier near a Shinto shrine.
Latitude
33.4417°
Longitude
129.7883°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Miya Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Miya Saki displays the characteristic Oc White 8s. 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 Miya Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Miya Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fukushima, Nagasaki at 5.5 NM to the S. Other ports served include Tobo (7.7 NM ENE), Yobuko (8 NM NE), Karatsu (9.3 NM ENE), Imari (10.6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Miya Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Miya Saki 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 Miya Saki Lighthouse?+
Miya Saki 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 Miya Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Miya Saki 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.