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Tō Saki Lighthouse

F White 7s🇯🇵Tsushima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tō Saki Lighthouse

Also known as: Tō Saki (Myo Se Saki, Nita Wan)

Completed in 1976, Tō Saki lighthouse stands 20 meters tall on a sharp promontory at the entrance to Kishikata Bay. Its cylindrical, hourglass-shaped concrete tower is painted white. The light, situated 11 meters above sea level, emits a continuous white beam visible for 12 nautical miles. This light is essential for guiding vessels into the bay and specifically for marking the Myo Se reef, which lies 650 meters to the north. The nearest port is Shishimi, located 0.4 kilometers away.

Why it matters: Tō Saki lighthouse is important for safe navigation into Kishikata Bay, warning mariners about the Myo Se reef. Its distinctive hourglass-shaped tower is also a notable architectural feature on the coastline.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White 7s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Interval
7s
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
12NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1976

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shishimi(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M5070.4
NGA No.
12464

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round hourglass-shaped white concrete tower

Location

City
Tsushima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Nagasaki Prefecture
Sea Region
atop a sharp promontory at the entrance to Kishikata Bay, illuminating the Myo Se reef
Latitude
34.5239°
Longitude
129.3090°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tō Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Tō Saki displays the characteristic F White 7s. 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 Tō Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tō Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shishimi at 0.4 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Nita (1.7 NM ENE), Mine (5.3 NM SE), Sonoura (6.3 NM SSE), Nii (8.2 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tō Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tō Saki 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 Tō Saki Lighthouse?+
Tō Saki 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 Tō Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tō Saki 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.