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Sado-Nagate Misaki Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇯🇵Honshu-Northwest Coast, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sado-Nagate Misaki Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white tower that rises 31 meters above the ground. The light source is positioned 10 meters above sea level. It emits a single white flash every 4 seconds. The geographic range of the light is 7 nautical miles. The structure is located on the Northwest Coast of Honshu.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 4s
Focal Height
10m
Light Range
7NM (13.0 km)
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Honshu-Northwest Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
37.9829°
Longitude
138.2270°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
31m
Tower Color
white

Structure: White tower; 31

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7104.5
NGA No.
3240
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Sado-Nagate Misaki Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 10 meters and a nominal range of 7 nautical miles (approximately 13.0 km), Sado-Nagate Misaki is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Sado-Nagate Misaki Lighthouse at night?+
Sado-Nagate Misaki displays the characteristic Fl W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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.
Which ports and harbors does Sado-Nagate Misaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sado-Nagate Misaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Futami, Niigata at 1.7 NM to the E. Other ports served include Hamochi (10.3 NM SSE), Ogi, Niigata (10.4 NM SSE), Akadomari (11.3 NM SE), Ryotsu (11.5 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sado-Nagate Misaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sado-Nagate Misaki 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 Sado-Nagate Misaki Lighthouse?+
Sado-Nagate Misaki 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 Sado-Nagate Misaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sado-Nagate Misaki 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.