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Taisha Kō Lighthouse

Fl R 4s🇯🇵Shimane, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Taisha Kō Lighthouse

This navigational aid features a quadrilateral latticed metal tower painted white and red. A red and white rectangular daymark is affixed to the structure. The light emits a single green flash every 3 seconds. Its focal height reaches 13 meters above sea level. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 7 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.G. period 3s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Shimane
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.2316°
Longitude
132.5015°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white and red
Material
metal

Structure: Quadrilateral latticed tower, red and white rectangular daymark

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7341.2
NGA No.
1912
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Taisha Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Taisha Kō displays the characteristic Fl R 4s — 1 red flash every 4 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Taisha Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Taisha Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Takuno at 6.2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Nima (6.6 NM SW), Amiya (7.8 NM SW), Yunotsu (11.4 NM SW), Taisha (12.9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Taisha Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Taisha Kō 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 Taisha Kō Lighthouse?+
Taisha Kō 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 Taisha Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Taisha Kō 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.