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Taitō Saki Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇯🇵Isumi, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Taitō Saki Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete lighthouse was completed in 1952. It stands 16 meters tall from its base, with the light positioned 72 meters above sea level. The structure includes a lantern room and gallery atop a one-story keeper's house. Its white light emits a single flash every 10 seconds, visible for over 21 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on a promontory about 6 kilometers northeast of Ōhara. While the tower itself is closed to the public, the grounds are open for visitors.

Why it matters: The light guides vessels around the headland northeast of Ōhara, aiding coastal traffic. The Taitō Saki Lighthouse Club helps maintain the lighthouse grounds.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
72m
Geographic Range
21.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1952

Significant events: Taitō Saki Lighthouse Club helps maintain the lighthouse grounds

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery, rising from a 1-story keeper's house

Location

City
Isumi
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Chiba Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on a promontory 6 km (3.5 mi) northeast of Ōhara.
Latitude
35.3081°
Longitude
140.4129°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Katsuura, Chiba(11.0 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-609
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Taitō Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Taitō Saki displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Taitō Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Taitō Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Wakura at 10.4 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Okitsu, Chiba (13.2 NM SW), Togane (15.7 NM N), Futtsu, Chiba (16.6 NM N), Abuto (20.6 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Taitō Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Taitō 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 Taitō Saki Lighthouse?+
Taitō 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 Taitō Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Taitō 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.