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Tomamae Saki Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇯🇵Tomamae, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tomamae Saki Lighthouse

Constructed in 1958, Tomamae Saki Lighthouse is a 10-meter cylindrical concrete tower, painted white. Its lantern is positioned at a focal height of 68 meters, above a 1-story concrete equipment building. The light characteristic is a white flash every 5 seconds, with a visibility range of 21.2 nautical miles. While the site is open, the tower is closed to the public. This structure is located south of Tomamae in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the landform south of Tomamae, assisting fishing vessels and coastal traffic along this shore.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
68m
Geographic Range
21.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1958

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 10m concrete post light with a lantern, painted white, rising from a 1-story concrete equipment room.

Location

City
Tomamae
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hokkaido Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on a promontory just south of Tomamae.
Latitude
44.3091°
Longitude
141.6509°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Haboro(4.3 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-667
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tomamae Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Tomamae Saki displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Tomamae Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tomamae Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tomamae at 0.5 NM to the N. Other ports served include Haboro (4.3 NM NNE), Yagishiri (12.4 NM NW), Nishiura (13.4 NM NW), Teuri (15.8 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tomamae Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tomamae 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.
How can I track vessels near Tomamae Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tomamae 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.