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Taitosaki Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇯🇵Honshu-East Coast, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Taitosaki Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands on a 58-meter high cliff on the east coast of Honshu. The white, octagonal masonry tower measures 72 meters in height, with the light positioned at the same elevation. It emits a white flash visible for 22 nautical miles. Originally a manned station, it is now automated. The current structure is the second lighthouse at this site; the first was relocated inland due to coastal erosion.

Why it matters: The first lighthouse at this location was moved 100 meters inland from its original coastal position to prevent collapse from erosion.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
72m
Light Range
20NM (37.0 km)
Geographic Range
22NM

Location

City
Honshu-East Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.3080°
Longitude
140.4135°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
72m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: White tower; 52

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6472
NGA No.
4800
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Taitosaki Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 72 meters and a nominal range of 20 nautical miles (approximately 37.0 km), Taitosaki is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Taitosaki Lighthouse at night?+
Taitosaki displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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.
Which ports and harbors does Taitosaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Taitosaki 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 (20.7 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Taitosaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Taitosaki 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 Taitosaki Lighthouse?+
Taitosaki 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 Taitosaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Taitosaki 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.