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Sugesaki Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 8s🇯🇵Bungo Suido, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sugesaki Lighthouse

The Sugesaki Lighthouse features a white, round concrete tower standing as a white column. Its light emits two white flashes every 8 seconds. The structure's focal height reaches 107 meters above sea level. This lighthouse is located in the Bungo Suido area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 8s
Focal Height
107m
Light Range
5NM (9.3 km)
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Bungo Suido
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.0709°
Longitude
132.4132°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White column

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5614
NGA No.
10456
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Sugesaki Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 107 meters and a nominal range of 5 nautical miles (approximately 9.3 km), Sugesaki is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Sugesaki Lighthouse at night?+
Sugesaki displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 8s — 2 white flashes every 8 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 Sugesaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sugesaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Iwamatsu at 5.7 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Misho (8.9 NM SE), Hyakunoura (10.7 NM NNE), Uwajima (11.4 NM NE), Aji (11.7 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sugesaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sugesaki 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 Sugesaki Lighthouse?+
Sugesaki 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 Sugesaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sugesaki 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.