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Myōken Saki Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 12s🇯🇵Kitakyushu, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Myōken Saki Lighthouse

This 10-meter white concrete lighthouse was first lit in 1966. It features a cylindrical tower attached to a square, single-story equipment room, with the entire structure painted white. Situated on a rocky promontory northwest of Nakama, it stands about 13 kilometers west of the Kanmon Strait entrance. The lighthouse emits two white flashes every 12 seconds, visible for 14.5 nautical miles. The focal height of the light is 26 meters above sea level.

Why it matters: Myōken Saki Lighthouse marks the western approaches to the Kanmon Strait, a significant waterway for Japanese shipping.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl(2) W 12s
Focal Height
26m
Geographic Range
14.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1966

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kitakyushu(5.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M5292
NGA No.
12436
ARLHS No.
JPN-2015

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 10m white concrete post attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment room. The entire lighthouse is white.

Location

City
Kitakyushu
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Fukuoka Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on a rocky promontory northwest of Nakama, about 13 km west of the Kanmon Strait entrance.
Latitude
33.9368°
Longitude
130.6832°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Myōken Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Myōken Saki displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 12s — 2 white flashes 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Myōken Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Myōken Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ashiya, Fukuoka at 2.7 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Hibikishinko (4.3 NM NE), Wakamatsu/Kitakyushu (6.7 NM ESE), Yawata/Kitakyushu (7 NM ESE), Tobata/Kitakyushu (7.1 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Myōken Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Myōken 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 Myōken Saki Lighthouse?+
Myōken 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 Myōken Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Myōken 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.