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Tosakihana Lighthouse

Fl W 8s🇯🇵Kyushu-East Coast, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tosakihana Lighthouse

Tosakihana lighthouse is a square, concrete structure standing 23 meters tall on Kyushu's East Coast. Its tower is painted white and green. A rectangular daymark, also in green and white, is affixed to the structure and faces 337°. The lighthouse displays a white light that flashes once every 8 seconds. A radar reflector is also fitted to the tower.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 8s
Focal Height
91m
Light Range
20NM (37.0 km)
Geographic Range
20NM

Location

City
Kyushu-East Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
31.7849°
Longitude
131.4868°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and green
Material
concrete

Structure: Square latticed tower, green and white rectangular daymark facing 337°; 23. Radar reflector

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4886
NGA No.
10776
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Tosakihana Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 91 meters and a nominal range of 20 nautical miles (approximately 37.0 km), Tosakihana 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 Tosakihana Lighthouse at night?+
Tosakihana displays the characteristic Fl W 8s — 1 white flash 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.
Which ports and harbors does Tosakihana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tosakihana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Aoshima at 1 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Uchiumi (1.9 NM SSW), Miyazaki, Miyazaki (7.7 NM N), Aburatsu (13.2 NM SSW), Meitsu (15.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tosakihana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tosakihana 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 Tosakihana Lighthouse?+
Tosakihana 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 Tosakihana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tosakihana 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.