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Taki Saki Lighthouse

Oc (2) White 6s🇯🇵Hakui, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Taki Saki Lighthouse

Completed and first lit in 1966, this concrete lighthouse stands 10 meters tall on a promontory north of Taki. Its square cylindrical tower is white with a light blue band at the base and is attached to a small equipment shed. The focal height of the light is 18 meters, emitting two white flashes every 6 seconds. This operational light has a geographic range of 12.7 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigational aid for vessels approaching the promontory north of Taki, assisting passage toward Koga port, which lies 13 km away.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc(2) W 6s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1966

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white except for a broad light blue band at the base
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower, attached to a small 1-story concrete equipment shed

Location

City
Hakui
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Ishikawa Prefecture
Sea Region
on a promontory just north of Taki and about 20 km (13 mi) north of Takamatsu
Latitude
36.9291°
Longitude
136.7499°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Koga(13.0 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-620
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Taki Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Taki Saki displays the characteristic Oc (2) White 6s — 2 white flashes every 6 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 Taki Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Taki Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nakanoto at 7.9 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include KOGA (13.2 NM N), Nanao (13.5 NM NE), Akasaki, Tottori (14.7 NM NNW), Fushikitoyama (18.5 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Taki Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Taki 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 Taki Saki Lighthouse?+
Taki 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 Taki Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Taki 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.