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Sakenotsu Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇯🇵Tottori, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sakenotsu Lighthouse

This lighthouse, built in 1957, stands on a steep hill southeast of Sakenotsu harbor. The structure consists of a round, white concrete post attached to a one-story concrete equipment building. With a tower height of 7.5 meters and a focal height of 59 meters, it emits a white flash every 3 seconds. The light has a geographic range of 20 nautical miles. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself is closed to the public. The coastal highway passes through a tunnel directly underneath the hill where the lighthouse is situated.

Why it matters: The lighthouse serves as a navigational aid for vessels approaching Sakenotsu harbor, helping to guide them safely into and out of the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
59m
Geographic Range
20NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1957

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete post attached to a 1-story concrete equipment building

Location

City
Tottori
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Tottori Prefecture
Sea Region
Located atop a steep hill southeast of the harbor of Sakenotsu; the coastal highway tunnels under this hill.
Latitude
35.5246°
Longitude
134.0899°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tottori(5.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M7288.6
NGA No.
2264
ARLHS No.
JPN-531
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sakenotsu Lighthouse at night?+
Sakenotsu 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 Sakenotsu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sakenotsu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tottori at 5.2 NM to the E. Other ports served include Tajiri, Tottori (11.9 NM ENE), Hamasaka (18.6 NM ENE), Shibayama (29.1 NM ENE), Yasugi (31.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sakenotsu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sakenotsu 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 Sakenotsu Lighthouse?+
Sakenotsu 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 Sakenotsu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sakenotsu 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.