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Tsukinokawa Kō Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇯🇵Matsuura, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tsukinokawa Kō Lighthouse

This red concrete post stands 8.5 meters high and emits a red flash every three seconds. Its focal height reaches 12 meters, providing a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated at the east end of the detached inner breakwater for Tsukinokawa harbor in Matsuura. It is positioned 0.3 kilometers from the nearest port, Tsukinokawa. The structure is a square tower made of concrete.

Why it matters: This light is essential for the safe navigation of local fishing boats and other vessels entering Tsukinokawa harbor, specifically marking the eastern extremity of the inner breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Matsuura
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Nagasaki Prefecture
Sea Region
Tsukinokawa harbor in Matsuura, marking the east end of its detached inner breakwater.
Latitude
33.3580°
Longitude
129.7288°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: An 8.5m red concrete post.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tsukinokawa(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M5254.95
NGA No.
12088
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tsukinokawa Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Tsukinokawa Kō displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tsukinokawa Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tsukinokawa Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fukushima, Nagasaki at 3.6 NM to the E. Other ports served include Emukae (6.6 NM WSW), Tabira (7.6 NM W), Hirado (8.7 NM W), Shikamachi (8.8 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tsukinokawa Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tsukinokawa Kō 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 Tsukinokawa Kō Lighthouse?+
Tsukinokawa Kō 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 Tsukinokawa Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tsukinokawa Kō 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.