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Tateisi Saki Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇯🇵Tsuruga, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tateisi Saki Lighthouse

Also known as: Tateishi

The Tateisi Saki Lighthouse, constructed in 1891, is a white, cylindrical stone tower with a lantern. Standing 8 meters tall, its light is positioned 122 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 10 seconds, providing a visible signal over a distance of 27.1 nautical miles. It is located in Fukui Prefecture, near the city of Tsuruga, marking a point on the Tateisi Saki coast. The nearest port, Shiraki, is 2.6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels around the Tateisi Saki headland, aiding coastal navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
122m
Geographic Range
27.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1891

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shiraki(2.6 km)
Admiralty No.
M7246
NGA No.
2600
ARLHS No.
JPN-630

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: round cylindrical stone tower with lantern, painted white

Location

City
Tsuruga
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Fukui Prefecture
Sea Region
Tateisi Saki, Japan, marking a point on the coast.
Latitude
35.7622°
Longitude
136.0187°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tateisi Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Tateisi 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 Tateisi Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tateisi Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shiraki at 2.5 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Tsuruga (5.6 NM SSE), Takasu, Fukui (20.3 NM NNE), Ukui (20.3 NM NNE), Obama, Fukui (21.7 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tateisi Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tateisi 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 Tateisi Saki Lighthouse?+
Tateisi 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 Tateisi Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tateisi 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.