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To Saki Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 8s🇯🇵Kōbe Area, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About To Saki Lighthouse

To Saki lighthouse is a white square concrete tower rising 36 meters high. Constructed from concrete, its design features a square profile. The light emits two white flashes, repeating every 8 seconds. The focal height for this light reaches 59 meters above sea level. This structure serves as a navigational aid in the Kōbe Area.

Why it matters: The lighthouse has a geographic range of 7 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 8s
Focal Height
59m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Kōbe Area
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.2422°
Longitude
134.6600°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
36m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White square concrete tower; 36

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5811.4
NGA No.
7172
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify To Saki Lighthouse at night?+
To Saki displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 8s — 2 white flashes every 8 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.
Which ports and harbors does To Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
To Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Naruto at 3.8 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Awazu (6.2 NM SSW), Imagire (8.3 NM SSW), Orino (9.1 NM W), Kitanada (11.1 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is To Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, To 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 To Saki Lighthouse?+
To 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 To Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near To 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.