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Shimana Saki Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇯🇵Minamitane, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shimana Saki Lighthouse

Constructed from concrete in 1968, this 11.5-meter white post structure rises from a single-story equipment room. It is situated on a promontory on Tanegashima's southwest coast in Minamitane. The lighthouse oversees the north entrance to the strait separating Tanegashima and Yakushima islands. Its light emits one white flash every 4 seconds. The focal height is 17 meters, providing a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels through the northern entrance of the strait between Tanegashima and Yakushima, a key passage for local maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1968

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Masuda, Kagoshima(9.5 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-561

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11.5m
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: An 11.5m white concrete post rising from a square 1-story concrete equipment room.

Location

City
Minamitane
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Sea Region
Marks the north entrance to the strait between Tanegashima and Yakushima, located on a promontory in Minamitane on the southwest coast of Tanegashima.
Latitude
30.4667°
Longitude
130.8494°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shimana Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Shimana Saki displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Shimana Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shimana Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shimama at 0.7 NM to the E. Other ports served include Kadokura (7.4 NM S), Hamatsuwaki (9.7 NM NNE), Suwa (9.7 NM NNE), Makigawa (11 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shimana Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shimana Saki 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 Shimana Saki Lighthouse?+
Shimana Saki 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 Shimana Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shimana Saki 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.