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Sesoku Shima Lighthouse

🇯🇵Motobu, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sesoku Shima Lighthouse

Also known as: Sesoko

The Sesoku Shima Lighthouse, built in 1976, is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 11 meters tall. It features a double gallery and guides vessels in the coastal waters around Sesoku Shima, near Motobu. The lighthouse is located 1.3 kilometers from the nearest port. It was constructed to assist local maritime traffic, including fishing boats, in navigating the surrounding waters.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with double gallery

Location

City
Motobu
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Okinawa Prefecture
Sea Region
Sesoku Shima, Japan, guiding vessels in the coastal waters around the island.
Latitude
26.6479°
Longitude
127.8553°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Year Built
1976

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Motobu(1.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M4763.62
ARLHS No.
JPN-552
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Sesoku Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sesoku Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Motobu at 1.5 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Sesoko (1.7 NM ESE), Nago (7.1 NM ESE), Unten (8.3 NM ENE), Kouri (9.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sesoku Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sesoku Shima 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.
How can I track vessels near Sesoku Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sesoku Shima 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.