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Ohiki Shima Lighthouse

Occ R 8s🇯🇵Nagasaki Area, JPInactive

Location & Light Range

About Ohiki Shima Lighthouse

The Ohiki Shima light, situated in the Nagasaki Area, has a focal height of 16 meters. This former aid displayed a white flash every 4 seconds. Its geographic range extended to 5 nautical miles. The light is no longer operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ R 8s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 4s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
5NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5207
NGA No.
11840

Location

City
Nagasaki Area
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
32.8779°
Longitude
129.5440°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ohiki Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Ohiki Shima displays the characteristic Occ R 8s — 1 red flash every 8 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ohiki Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ohiki Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Matsuura, Nagasaki at 4.4 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Nanatsugama (4.4 NM NE), Sakito (4.4 NM NE), Matsushima, Nagasaki (4.9 NM NE), Seto (5.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ohiki Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Ohiki Shima Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Ohiki Shima Lighthouse?+
Ohiki Shima 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 Ohiki Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ohiki Shima 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.