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Shimose Sho Lighthouse

Fl Red 8s🇯🇵Minamichita, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shimose Sho Lighthouse

Shimose Sho lighthouse is a cylindrical, red concrete tower standing 10 meters tall, located about 800 meters off the coast of Himaka Shima. It features a double gallery and emits a single red flash every 8 seconds, visible for over 10 nautical miles. The structure rises from a reef that requires careful navigation by vessels. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed to the public. Its nearest port is Morozaki, approximately 0.8 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks a submerged reef, preventing groundings and ensuring safe passage for vessels approaching Himaka Shima harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl R 8s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Minamichita
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Aichi Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on a reef about 800 m (1/2 mi) off the harbor of Himaka Shima.
Latitude
34.6992°
Longitude
136.9913°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Morozaki(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
M6160.2
NGA No.
6020

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with double gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shimose Sho Lighthouse at night?+
Shimose Sho displays the characteristic Fl Red 8s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Shimose Sho Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shimose Sho Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Morozaki at 0.8 NM to the W. Other ports served include Toyohama, Aichi (2.7 NM W), Kowa (5.1 NM NW), Utsumi, Aichi (6.6 NM WNW), Fukue, Aichi (6.8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shimose Sho Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shimose Sho 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 Shimose Sho Lighthouse?+
Shimose Sho 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 Shimose Sho Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shimose Sho 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.