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Shimonoseki Range Rear Lighthouse

F Yellow 4s🇯🇵Shimonoseki, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shimonoseki Range Rear Lighthouse

The Shimonoseki Range Rear Lighthouse was established in 1901. This cylindrical cast iron tower stands 5 meters tall with a focal height of 21 meters. An arrow-shaped daymark encircles the light. It emits a continuous yellow flash. The lighthouse is located on a bluff 163 meters west-southwest of the front range light, above the north side of the San'yōdō expressway.

Why it matters: This rear range light works with its companion front light to guide vessels through a specific channel or approach.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Yellow 4s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Yellow
Interval
4s
Raw Code
F Y
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1901

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shimonoseki(2.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M5356.1
NGA No.
9782
USCG No.
JCG-5424

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
cast iron

Structure: round cast iron tower with gallery; an arrow-shaped daymark surrounds the light

Location

City
Shimonoseki
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Yamaguchi Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on a bluff above the north side of the San'yōdō expressway, 163 m west southwest of the front light.
Latitude
33.9607°
Longitude
130.9522°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shimonoseki Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Shimonoseki Range Rear displays the characteristic F Yellow 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Shimonoseki Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shimonoseki Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tanoura/Kitakyushu at 1 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Shimonoseki (1.9 NM SSW), Moji/Kitakyushu (2.8 NM E), Kanmon (4.1 NM SSW), Mutsure (4.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shimonoseki Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shimonoseki Range Rear 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 Shimonoseki Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Shimonoseki Range Rear 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 Shimonoseki Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shimonoseki Range Rear 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.