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Taka Shima Lighthouse

Fl White 8s🇯🇵Masuda, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Taka Shima Lighthouse

Also known as: Taka Shima (Takashima)

This white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 15 meters tall on Taka Shima, an island located 8 kilometers offshore and 16 kilometers north of Masuda in Shimane Prefecture. Its lantern room and gallery complete the structure, which emits a white light with one flash every 8 seconds. The lighthouse is situated on an island that is only accessible by boat, 5.2 kilometers from the nearest port of Misumi. Its focal height is 126 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 27.5 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns mariners of the isolated Taka Shima island and aids navigation in the coastal waters north of Masuda.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl W 8s
Focal Height
126m
Geographic Range
27.5NM

Location

City
Masuda
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Shimane Prefecture
Sea Region
A small island 8 km offshore and 16 km north of Masuda.
Latitude
34.8352°
Longitude
131.8384°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Misumi, Shimane(5.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M7352.4
ARLHS No.
JPN-824
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Taka Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Taka Shima displays the characteristic Fl White 8s. 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 Taka Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Taka Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Misumi, Shimane at 5.5 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Yoshiura (7 NM E), Masuda, Shimane (8.8 NM S), Hamada (10.7 NM ENE), Esaki (14.9 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Taka Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Taka 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 Taka Shima Lighthouse?+
Taka 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 Taka Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Taka 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.