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Sagara Kō Lighthouse

Fl G 10s🇯🇵Shizuoka, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sagara Kō Lighthouse

Sagara Kō lighthouse features a white tower that rises 36 meters above the ground. From a focal height of 15 meters, it emits a green light. The characteristic of this light is two green flashes occurring over a 6-second period. This structure is located in Shizuoka.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)G. period 6s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Shizuoka
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.6865°
Longitude
138.2110°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
36m
Tower Color
white

Structure: White tower; 36

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6235
NGA No.
5760
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sagara Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Sagara Kō displays the characteristic Fl G 10s — 1 green flash every 10 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sagara Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sagara Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sagara at 0.3 NM to the W. Other ports served include Omaezaki (4.1 NM S), Ezaki (5.3 NM SSE), Ohigawa (7 NM NE), Shimada (8.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sagara Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sagara Kō 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 Sagara Kō Lighthouse?+
Sagara Kō 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 Sagara Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sagara Kō 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.