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Shizika Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇯🇵Shimane, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shizika Lighthouse

The Shizika Lighthouse is a 12-meter-tall quadrilateral latticed tower constructed from fiberglass. Its exterior features a distinctive white and green color scheme, complemented by a green and white rectangular daymark. The lighthouse emits a single white flash on a 5-second cycle. Its focal height reaches 28 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 7 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
28m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Shimane
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
36.1569°
Longitude
133.2380°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white and green
Material
fiberglass

Structure: Quadrilateral latticed tower, green and white rectangular daymark; 12

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7319.5
NGA No.
2076
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shizika Lighthouse at night?+
Shizika 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 Shizika Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shizika Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Oki at 5.8 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Chichii (7.6 NM SW), Ama, Hyogo (7.9 NM WSW), Nakanoshima (8.4 NM WSW), Minami (8.5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shizika Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shizika 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 Shizika Lighthouse?+
Shizika 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 Shizika Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shizika 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.