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Sumiyoshi Misaki Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇯🇵Nishinoomote, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sumiyoshi Misaki Lighthouse

Also known as: Sumiyosi

Constructed in 1956, the Sumiyoshi Misaki lighthouse stands as a 10-meter cylindrical concrete tower. It rises from a square, single-story concrete equipment room. The light emits a white flash every five seconds from a focal height of 23 meters, providing a geographic range of 13.8 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated near Nishinoomote city in Kagoshima Prefecture. While the tower is closed to visitors, the site surrounding the lighthouse is open to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the significant Sumiyoshi Misaki cape, guiding local fishing fleets and other vessels navigating the coastal routes.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1956

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower rising from a square 1-story concrete equipment room

Location

City
Nishinoomote
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Latitude
30.6692°
Longitude
130.9409°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nishinoomote(5.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M4794
NGA No.
13020
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sumiyoshi Misaki Lighthouse at night?+
Sumiyoshi Misaki displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Sumiyoshi Misaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sumiyoshi Misaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Makigawa at 2.5 NM to the S. Other ports served include Hamatsuwaki (4 NM S), Suwa (4 NM S), Nishinoomote (4.5 NM NNE), Tanowaki (6.7 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sumiyoshi Misaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sumiyoshi 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 Sumiyoshi Misaki Lighthouse?+
Sumiyoshi 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 Sumiyoshi Misaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sumiyoshi 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.