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Sotsukō Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇯🇵Setouchi, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sotsukō Lighthouse

Also known as: Sotsukō (Sotuko) Saki

Sotsukō Lighthouse is a 16-meter cylindrical concrete tower built in 1988. It features a lantern and gallery atop the structure, which is attached to a single-story concrete equipment building. The lighthouse emits a white light with one flash every 15 seconds from a focal height of 139 meters. Its geographic range extends to 28.7 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though access to the tower itself is restricted.

Why it matters: This lighthouse provides guidance for maritime traffic along the Kagoshima Prefecture coast, near the port of Kudadon, and is active since 1988.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
139m
Geographic Range
28.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1988

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-story concrete equipment building

Location

City
Setouchi
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Latitude
28.2547°
Longitude
129.1374°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kudadon(3.4 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-595
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sotsukō Lighthouse at night?+
Sotsukō displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 Sotsukō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sotsukō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kudadon at 3.5 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Nagara (5.9 NM E), Yuwan (8.3 NM E), Shinokawa (8.4 NM ESE), Kakeroma (10.6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sotsukō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sotsukō 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.
How can I track vessels near Sotsukō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sotsukō 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.