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Satado Misaki Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇯🇵Tokyo, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Satado Misaki Lighthouse

A round, cylindrical concrete tower painted white, the Satado Misaki Lighthouse was first lit in 1954. It stands 14 meters tall on a bluff on the east side of Miyakejima. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 15 seconds. Originally, a one-story concrete keeper's house was attached to the tower, but this was removed after 2011. Solar panels have since been installed to power the light. Its focal height reaches 36 meters, providing a geographic range of 16.4 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The light warns vessels of the eastern bluff of Miyakejima, an island known for its unpredictable coastal conditions and active volcano, aiding safe passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
36m
Geographic Range
16.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1954

Significant events: Attached keeper's house removed after 2011; solar panels installed

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mikurajima(11.8 km)
Admiralty No.
M6275
NGA No.
4924
ARLHS No.
JPN-540

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, formerly attached to a 1-story concrete keeper's house

Location

City
Tokyo
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Miyake Subprefecture
Sea Region
Located on a bluff on the east side of Miyakejima
Latitude
34.0934°
Longitude
139.5663°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Satado Misaki Lighthouse at night?+
Satado Misaki displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 Satado Misaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Satado Misaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Toshima/Tokyo at 29.4 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Nishitokyo (38.5 NM N), Okada (42.8 NM NNW), Shimoda, Shizuoka (45.9 NM NW), Inatori (48.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Satado Misaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Satado 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 Satado Misaki Lighthouse?+
Satado 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 Satado Misaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Satado 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.