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Tokashiki Village Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇯🇵Tokashiki, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tokashiki Village Lighthouses Lighthouse

A cylindrical concrete tower, painted white, stands 13 meters tall on the eastern side of Hate Shima. This small, uninhabited island is part of the Kerama Islands archipelago, located approximately 32 kilometers west of Naha, Okinawa Prefecture. The lighthouse, which has a focal height of 35 meters, was built and first lit in 1980. It emits a single white flash every 3 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 16.2 nautical miles. The structure features a gallery at its top.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for mariners navigating the Kerama Islands, assisting vessels moving between Naha and other islands in the archipelago.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
35m
Geographic Range
16.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1980

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tokashiki(5.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M4739.9
NGA No.
13408
ARLHS No.
JPN-2598

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery

Location

City
Tokashiki
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Okinawa Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on the east side of Hate Shima, a small island about 25 km west of Naha, within the Kerama Islands archipelago, which lies about 32 km west of Naha.
Latitude
26.2403°
Longitude
127.4579°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tokashiki Village Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Tokashiki Village Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Tokashiki Village Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tokashiki Village Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tokashiki at 5.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Zamami (8.5 NM W), Naha, Okinawa (11.4 NM E), Ginowan (12.2 NM E), Nishihara (18.5 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tokashiki Village Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tokashiki Village Lighthouses 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.
How can I track vessels near Tokashiki Village Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tokashiki Village Lighthouses 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.