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Torii Saki Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 8s🇯🇵Fukaura, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Torii Saki Lighthouse

Constructed in 1966, Torii Saki Lighthouse is a 10-meter concrete tower with red and white horizontal bands. It stands on a large rock just offshore, connected to the mainland by a concrete walkway. The structure features a round tower with two galleries atop a square, single-story equipment room. Its focal height reaches 27 meters, and it emits a white light, flashing once every 8 seconds. The lighthouse is situated about 20 kilometers northeast of Henashi Saki, near the city of Fukaura in Aomori Prefecture.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for mariners navigating a coastal turning point, providing critical guidance where the shoreline changes direction. Its light specifically illuminates an offshore reef, directly preventing groundings.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl W 8s
Focal Height
27m
Geographic Range
14.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1966

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fukaura, Aomori(6.9 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-674

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with two galleries, mounted atop a square 1-story concrete equipment room

Location

City
Fukaura
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Aomori Prefecture
Sea Region
stands on a large rock just offshore, connected to the mainland by a long concrete walkway. Located at a turning point of the coast about 20 km northeast of Henashi Saki.
Latitude
40.7471°
Longitude
140.0015°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Torii Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Torii Saki displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Torii Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Torii Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fukaura, Aomori at 7 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Ajigasawa (9.7 NM ENE), Kodomari, Aomori (27 NM NNE), Odomari (27.2 NM NNE), Noshiro (32.5 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Torii Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Torii 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 Torii Saki Lighthouse?+
Torii 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 Torii Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Torii 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.