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Takagono Sho Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 5s🇯🇵Bizen, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Takagono Sho Lighthouse

Also known as: Takagono Sho (Syo)

Built in 1960, Takagono Sho is an 11-meter concrete post structure. It rises from an elliptical, one-story concrete equipment shelter. The tower is painted black and features a single red horizontal band. It emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 10.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse stands on a dangerous rock within Bizen harbor. The site is open for viewing, but the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves to warn vessels away from a hazardous rock located in the Bizen harbor, facilitating safe passage for commercial and fishing traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1960

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
black with one red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: An 11m concrete post rises from one end of an elliptical 1-story concrete equipment shelter. The structure is painted black with one red horizontal band.

Location

City
Bizen
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Okayama Prefecture
Sea Region
dangerous rock in Bizen harbor
Latitude
34.7163°
Longitude
134.2165°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kugui(1.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M5754
NGA No.
7828
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Takagono Sho Lighthouse at night?+
Takagono Sho displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 5s — 2 white flashes every 5 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Takagono Sho Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Takagono Sho Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kugui at 1 NM to the W. Other ports served include Katakami (1.5 NM NW), Bizen (1.9 NM WNW), Hinase (3 NM ENE), Ushimado (7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Takagono Sho Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Takagono Sho 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 Takagono Sho Lighthouse?+
Takagono Sho 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 Takagono Sho Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Takagono Sho 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.