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Okino Gozen Shima Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇯🇵Matsue, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Okino Gozen Shima Lighthouse

Okino Gozen Shima Lighthouse stands on a dangerous skerry approximately 4 kilometers northeast of Jizō Saki, marking a hazard for vessels. This cylindrical concrete tower, painted white, measures 10 meters high with a focal height of 14 meters. It emits a white flash every 3 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. The lighthouse's site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed. Adjacent to the lighthouse is a Shinto shrine, reflecting a local connection between maritime safety and spiritual practices. The nearest port, Sai, Shimane, is 2.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns mariners of a dangerous skerry northeast of Jizō Saki. Its remote location and adjacent Shinto shrine provide a unique cultural and spiritual aspect to maritime navigation in the region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Matsue
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Shimane Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on a dangerous skerry about 4 km northeast of Jizō Saki.
Latitude
35.5891°
Longitude
133.3512°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sai, Shimane(2.5 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-484

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round concrete tower with double gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Okino Gozen Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Okino Gozen Shima displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Okino Gozen Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Okino Gozen Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Karubi at 2.7 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Mihonoseki (2.7 NM SW), Kaizaki (3.2 NM SW), Nagahama, Shimane (3.9 NM WSW), Hoda (4.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Okino Gozen Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Okino Gozen Shima 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 Okino Gozen Shima Lighthouse?+
Okino Gozen 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 Okino Gozen Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Okino Gozen 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.