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Sikizaki Misaki Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇯🇵Reihoku, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sikizaki Misaki Lighthouse

Also known as: Shikizaki

This cylindrical concrete lighthouse, standing 8.5 meters tall, was built in 1951. Its foundation is a square, single-story concrete equipment shelter to which the round tower is attached. From its focal height of 56 meters, it emits a white flash every 4 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 19.5 nautical miles. It is situated at Sikizaki Misaki in Reihoku, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, marking the cape for coastal navigation.

Why it matters: The Sikizaki Misaki Lighthouse is important for local navigation, guiding fishing vessels and coastal traffic around the cape.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
56m
Geographic Range
19.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1951

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tomioka, Kumamoto(1.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M5146
NGA No.
11448
ARLHS No.
JPN-557

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment shelter

Location

City
Reihoku
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kumamoto Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at Sikizaki (Shikizaki) Misaki in Japan, marking a cape or point for coastal navigation.
Latitude
32.5294°
Longitude
130.0134°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sikizaki Misaki Lighthouse at night?+
Sikizaki Misaki 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 Sikizaki Misaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sikizaki Misaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tomioka, Kumamoto at 1.4 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Tororo (3.8 NM SSE), Futae (6 NM E), Oniike (8.9 NM E), Takahama/Amakusa (9.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sikizaki Misaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sikizaki Misaki 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 Sikizaki Misaki Lighthouse?+
Sikizaki Misaki 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 Sikizaki Misaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sikizaki Misaki 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.