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Toimisaki Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇯🇵Kyushu-East Coast, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Toimisaki Lighthouse

This lighthouse on Kyushu's east coast became operational in 1929. The structure stands 15.3 meters tall, with the light situated at a focal height of 256 meters. Its white light emits a single flash every 15 seconds. The lighthouse is automated and maintains a geographic range of 23 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 15s
Focal Height
256m
Light Range
23NM (42.6 km)
Geographic Range
23NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1929

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4860
NGA No.
10876
Wikidata
Q11643474 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15.3m

Location

City
Kyushu-East Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
31.3671°
Longitude
131.3459°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Toimisaki Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 256 meters and a nominal range of 23 nautical miles (approximately 42.6 km), Toimisaki is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Toimisaki Lighthouse at night?+
Toimisaki displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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 Toimisaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Toimisaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kuroi at 3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Fukushima, Miyazaki (8.9 NM NW), Tonoura (9.1 NM N), Meitsu (10.7 NM N), Aburatsu (12.9 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Toimisaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Toimisaki 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 Toimisaki Lighthouse?+
Toimisaki 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 Toimisaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Toimisaki 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.