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Tatsume Saki Lighthouse

green 6s🇯🇵Minamiosumi, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tatsume Saki Lighthouse

Tatsume Saki is an active lighthouse situated on a sharp promontory on the east side of the Kagoshima Bay entrance. The cylindrical concrete tower stands 8 meters tall, with its light positioned at a focal height of 85 meters. It emits a single green flash on a long period, visible for over 23 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located about 5 km southwest of Izashiki and approximately 8.4 km from the nearest port, Yamagawa. Its remote setting on the promontory marks the eastern approach to the bay.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels navigating the entrance to Kagoshima Bay, warning them of the promontory's edge.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
green 6s
Light Color
green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
L.Fl.G
Focal Height
85m
Geographic Range
23.2NM

Location

City
Minamiosumi
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on a sharp promontory on the east side of the entrance to Kagoshima Bay about 5 km southwest of Izashiki.
Latitude
31.0706°
Longitude
130.6545°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yamagawa(8.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M4835
NGA No.
10916
ARLHS No.
JPN-2075
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Tatsume Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tatsume Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Amaji at 5.2 NM to the E. Other ports served include Hamajiri (5.2 NM E), Yamagawa (8.3 NM N), Ibusuki (10.3 NM N), Nejime (10.3 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tatsume Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tatsume 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 Tatsume Saki Lighthouse?+
Tatsume 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 Tatsume Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tatsume 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.