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Tsuburasaki Lighthouse

Fl (4) W 15s🇯🇵Kyushu-West Coast, JPInactive

Location & Light Range

About Tsuburasaki Lighthouse

Also known as: Tsuburasaki Lighthouse

This cylindrical tower, standing 23 meters tall, features white and red bands with a red top. It is situated along the Kyushu-West Coast. The lighthouse emits four white flashes in a 15-second cycle. Its geographic range extends to 12 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.(4)W. period 15s
Focal Height
91m
Light Range
12NM (22.2 km)
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Kyushu-West Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
31.7902°
Longitude
129.7832°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and red

Structure: Red and white cylindrical tower, red top; 23

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4994.6
NGA No.
11088
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Tsuburasaki Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 91 meters and a nominal range of 12 nautical miles (approximately 22.2 km), Tsuburasaki is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Tsuburasaki Lighthouse at night?+
Tsuburasaki displays the characteristic Fl (4) W 15s — 4 white flashes 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 Tsuburasaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tsuburasaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nakakoshiki at 4.8 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Teuchi (10.2 NM SSW), Higashisonogi-Gun Cho (16.1 NM NNE), Satsumasendai (21.4 NM E), Hashima (21.7 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tsuburasaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Tsuburasaki Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Tsuburasaki Lighthouse?+
Tsuburasaki 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 Tsuburasaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tsuburasaki 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.