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Shimakatsu Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇯🇵Mie Prefecture, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shimakatsu Lighthouse

Shimakatsu lighthouse features a grey, round masonry tower standing 69 meters high. Its light, positioned at a focal height of 53 meters, emits a single white flash every 5 seconds. The structure is located in Mie Prefecture. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 5 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
53m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Mie Prefecture
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.1170°
Longitude
136.2906°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
69m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
grey
Material
masonry

Structure: Grey round masonry tower; 69

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6022.2
NGA No.
6568
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shimakatsu Lighthouse at night?+
Shimakatsu displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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.
Which ports and harbors does Shimakatsu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shimakatsu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hikimoto at 2.4 NM to the W. Other ports served include Owase (4.8 NM SW), Nagashima (5.8 NM NNE), Nishiki (7.8 NM NE), Nigishima (11.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shimakatsu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shimakatsu 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 Shimakatsu Lighthouse?+
Shimakatsu 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 Shimakatsu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shimakatsu 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.