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Toimisaki harajirose Lighthouse

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

This black, octagonal concrete tower stands 20 meters tall on the east coast of Kyushu. Its focal height reaches 95 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 15 seconds, providing a geographic range of 23 nautical miles. The Kimbe channel is marked by this light.

Why it matters: The Toimisaki harajirose lighthouse marks the Kimbe channel on the east coast of Kyushu.

Characteristic Signature
F W 15s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 15s
Focal Height
95m
Geographic Range
23NM
City
Kyushu-East Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
31.3636°
Longitude
131.3419°
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
black
Material
concrete

Structure: Black beacon; 20. Kimbe channel is marked by lights

Admiralty No.
M4860
NGA No.
10876
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How do mariners identify Toimisaki harajirose Lighthouse at night?+
Toimisaki harajirose displays the characteristic F 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 harajirose Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Toimisaki harajirose Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kuroi at 2.9 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Fukushima, Miyazaki (8.9 NM NW), Tonoura (9.4 NM N), Meitsu (11 NM NNE), Aburatsu (13.2 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Toimisaki harajirose Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Toimisaki harajirose 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 harajirose Lighthouse?+
Toimisaki harajirose 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 harajirose Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Toimisaki harajirose 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.