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Notsuke Saki Lighthouse

Fl 6s🇯🇵Betsukai, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Notsuke Saki Lighthouse

Also known as: Notuke

Established in 1953, the Notsuke Saki Lighthouse is a 12-meter-tall, round cylindrical concrete tower, painted white. It includes a lantern and gallery, with the light positioned at a focal height of 14 meters. The light characteristic is two white flashes every 18 seconds, providing a range of 11.6 nautical miles. The structure is situated near Betsukai, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan, marking Notsuke Saki.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigation aid for vessels transiting the waters off Notsuke Saki, a sand spit projecting into the Nemuro Strait. It assists ships navigating areas with variable currents and a changing shoreline.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1953

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nemuro(16.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M6856
NGA No.
0388
ARLHS No.
JPN-436
Wikidata
Q17229708 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

Location

City
Betsukai
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hokkaido Prefecture
Sea Region
Notsuke Saki, a cape in Japan, likely on the coast of Hokkaido facing the Nemuro Strait.
Latitude
43.5637°
Longitude
145.3476°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Notsuke Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Notsuke Saki displays the characteristic Fl 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.
Which ports and harbors does Notsuke Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Notsuke Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shibetsu at 11 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Nemuro (17.2 NM SE), Hanasaki (19.7 NM SSE), Nasa (19.7 NM SSE), Kiritappu (30.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Notsuke Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Notsuke 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.
How can I track vessels near Notsuke Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Notsuke 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.