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Tsuriboko Yama Lighthouse

Iso White 6s🇯🇵Matsue, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tsuriboko Yama Lighthouse

Established in 1958, Tsuriboko Yama lighthouse is a white concrete post tower standing 7.5 meters high, attached to a 1-story equipment building. It is situated on a promontory on the south side of the Shichurui harbor entrance in Matsue, Shimane Prefecture. The lighthouse emits an isophase white light on a 6-second cycle from a focal height of 122 meters, with a geographic range of 27.1 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. Access involves a hike along a trail from the nearest port, Hoda, which is 0.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of vessels entering and departing Shichurui harbor, particularly given its position at the harbor's entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso W 6s
Focal Height
122m
Geographic Range
27.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1958

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 7.5m white concrete post attached to a 1-story concrete equipment room.

Location

City
Matsue
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Shimane Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on a promontory on the south side of the entrance to the harbor of Shichurui.
Latitude
35.5743°
Longitude
133.2509°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hoda(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M7315
NGA No.
2020
ARLHS No.
JPN-1583
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tsuriboko Yama Lighthouse at night?+
Tsuriboko Yama displays the characteristic Iso White 6s. 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 Tsuriboko Yama Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tsuriboko Yama Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hoda at 0.2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Shichirui (1 NM W), Nagahama, Shimane (1.8 NM SE), Karubi (2.3 NM E), Kaizaki (2.5 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tsuriboko Yama Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tsuriboko Yama 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 Tsuriboko Yama Lighthouse?+
Tsuriboko Yama 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 Tsuriboko Yama Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tsuriboko Yama 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.