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Sakiyama Misaki Lighthouse

Iso White 6s🇯🇵Okinoshima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sakiyama Misaki Lighthouse

Sakiyama Misaki Lighthouse stands on a promontory marking the entrance to Fuse harbor on the northeast coast of Dōgo. This cylindrical concrete tower, built in 1967, stands 10 meters tall, with its light positioned 94 meters above sea level. It emits a single white flash every 6 seconds, visible for 24.2 nautical miles. The structure's distinctive hourglass shape serves as a visual landmark for vessels approaching Okinoshima. A separate white spotlight is also directed at a nearby reef, offering an additional safety measure.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for vessels entering and departing Fuse harbor, a key port on Dōgo's northeast coast. The lighthouse's specific spotlight mitigates the hazard of a nearby reef.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso W 6s
Focal Height
94m
Geographic Range
24.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1967

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Okinokojima(5.6 km)
Admiralty No.
M7321.14
NGA No.
2044
ARLHS No.
JPN-534

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round hourglass-shaped concrete tower

Location

City
Okinoshima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Shimane Prefecture
Sea Region
promontory at the entrance to the harbor of Fuse on the northeast coast of Dōgo
Latitude
36.2956°
Longitude
133.3598°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sakiyama Misaki Lighthouse at night?+
Sakiyama Misaki displays the characteristic Iso White 6s. 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 Sakiyama Misaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sakiyama Misaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Oki at 5.3 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Ama, Hyogo (17.5 NM SW), Chichii (17.6 NM SW), Nakanoshima (17.9 NM SW), Minami (18.5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sakiyama Misaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sakiyama 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 Sakiyama Misaki Lighthouse?+
Sakiyama 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 Sakiyama Misaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sakiyama 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.