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Muroto Saki Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇯🇵Muroto, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Muroto Saki Lighthouse

Also known as: Muroto Saki (Cape Muroto)

Constructed in 1899, Muroto Saki Lighthouse is a 15-meter-high, white, cylindrical tower made of cast iron. It includes a lantern and gallery, and is centered on a one-story, round cast iron keeper's dwelling. Located in Muroto City, Kochi Prefecture, Japan, its light is at a focal elevation of 155 meters. The White light has a characteristic of a single flash every 10 seconds and can be seen for 30.1 nautical miles. The location permits public access, but the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This light serves as a navigation aid, marking the Muroto Saki cape. Its elevated light source offers a 30.1 nautical mile visibility range, assisting vessels in this area of the Pacific coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
155m
Geographic Range
30.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1899

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
cast iron

Structure: round cylindrical cast iron tower with lantern and gallery, centered on a round 1-story cast iron keeper's house

Location

City
Muroto
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kochi Prefecture
Sea Region
Muroto Saki, Japan, marking the prominent cape on the Pacific coast
Latitude
33.2474°
Longitude
134.1756°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Murotomisaki(1.2 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-380
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Muroto Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Muroto Saki displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Muroto Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Muroto Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Murotsu, Kochi at 2.7 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Nahari (13.2 NM NW), Kannoura (18.9 NM NNE), Asakawa (25 NM NNE), Hiwasa (34.5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Muroto Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Muroto 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 Muroto Saki Lighthouse?+
Muroto 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 Muroto Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Muroto 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.