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Namiga Saki Lighthouse

Iso White 6s🇯🇵Nishio, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Namiga Saki Lighthouse

Also known as: Namiga Saki (Nangasaki, Sakushima)

Built and first illuminated in 1947, this 10-meter tall, square concrete lighthouse features a white finish. It rises from a two-story square concrete foundation. The light mechanism, at a focal height of 11 meters, produces an isophase white flash every 6 seconds. This light has a known range of 10.7 nautical miles and is located on the western end of Sakushima island, close to Nishio city within Aichi Prefecture.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the waters surrounding Sakushima island for fishing vessels and other sea traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso W 6s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1947

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shinojima(3.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M6161.5
NGA No.
6008
ARLHS No.
JPN-1707

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: A 10m square concrete post rising from a 2-story square concrete base, painted white.

Location

City
Nishio
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Aichi Prefecture
Sea Region
Western tip of Sakushima island
Latitude
34.7278°
Longitude
137.0304°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Namiga Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Namiga Saki displays the characteristic Iso White 6s. 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 Namiga Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Namiga Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Morozaki at 3.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Yoshida, Aichi (4.2 NM NE), Toyohama, Aichi (4.8 NM WSW), Kowa (5.7 NM WNW), Fukue, Aichi (6.4 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Namiga Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Namiga 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 Namiga Saki Lighthouse?+
Namiga 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 Namiga Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Namiga 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.