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Tsurumisaki Lighthouse

Fl W 8s🇯🇵Eastern Kyūshū, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tsurumisaki Lighthouse

The Tsurumisaki Lighthouse features a 23-meter-tall, white, latticed concrete tower. This structure supports a light that emits a single white flash every 8 seconds. The light source is positioned at a focal height of 197 meters above sea level. Its design is that of a tripodal latticed tower.

Why it matters: This lighthouse provides a geographic range of 23 nautical miles.

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
197m
Light Range
23NM (42.6 km)
Geographic Range
23NM

Location

City
Eastern Kyūshū
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
32.9325°
Longitude
132.0827°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
latticed
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: Tripodal latticed tower; 23

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4909.8
NGA No.
10608
Wikidata
Q11676022 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Tsurumisaki Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 197 meters and a nominal range of 23 nautical miles (approximately 42.6 km), Tsurumisaki 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 Tsurumisaki Lighthouse at night?+
Tsurumisaki 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 Tsurumisaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tsurumisaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Urashiro at 7.8 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Saiki (8.9 NM WNW), Kamae (11.4 NM SW), Tsukumi (14 NM NW), Usuki (18 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tsurumisaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tsurumisaki 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 Tsurumisaki Lighthouse?+
Tsurumisaki 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 Tsurumisaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tsurumisaki 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.