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Ta Shima Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇯🇵Saikai, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ta Shima Lighthouse

Also known as: Ta Shima (Tajima)

Ta Shima lighthouse is a white, cylindrical concrete tower standing 11 meters tall. It emits a single white flash every 3 seconds. The focal height of the light is 31 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 15.5 nautical miles. This structure is located on a small island within Ōmura Bay, an almost entirely enclosed bay southeast of Sasebo and east of the Nishisonogi Peninsula in Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan. The nearest port, Kawatana, is 4.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for safe navigation within the northwestern sector of Ōmura Bay, warning vessels of the island it marks and aiding local shipping and fishing boats.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
31m
Geographic Range
15.5NM

Location

City
Saikai
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Nagasaki Prefecture
Sea Region
an island in the northwestern corner of Ōmura Bay, an almost totally-enclosed bay southeast of Sasebo and east of the Nishisonogi Peninsula
Latitude
33.0060°
Longitude
129.8150°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kawatana(4.2 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ta Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Ta Shima displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Ta Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ta Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Miyaura at 1.4 NM to the W. Other ports served include Kawatana (3.9 NM NE), Sonogi (5.1 NM ENE), Koguchi (5.4 NM S), Omodaka (8.4 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ta Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ta Shima 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 Ta Shima Lighthouse?+
Ta Shima 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 Ta Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ta Shima 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.