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Wabuka Saki Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇯🇵Susami, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Wabuka Saki Lighthouse

Also known as: Wabuka Saki (Susami Kō Approach)

Wabuka Saki Lighthouse, a white concrete cylindrical tower, began operation in 1979. Standing 9 meters tall, it is situated atop a steep bluff at Wabuka, approximately 5 kilometers southeast of Susami. The light reaches a focal height of 89 meters and has a geographic range of 23.7 nautical miles. Its illumination consists of a white flash every 5 seconds. The lighthouse is built to shine its light through a small window. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself remains closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for warning vessels about a rocky reef located off the cape's point. Its presence ensures safer passage for ships navigating the coastal waters near Susami.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
89m
Geographic Range
23.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1979

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical white concrete tower; the light is shone through a small window

Location

City
Susami
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Wakayama Prefecture
Sea Region
Located atop a steep bluff at Wabuka, about 5 km southeast of Susami, illuminating a rocky reef off the point of the cape.
Latitude
33.5254°
Longitude
135.5149°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mori(13.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M5988.7.
ARLHS No.
JPN-603
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wabuka Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Wabuka Saki displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Wabuka Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wabuka Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SHIMOJI at 1.7 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Mori (13.1 NM NNW), Fukuro (13.2 NM ESE), KUSHIMOTO (14.2 NM ESE), Tanabe (14.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wabuka Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wabuka Saki 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 Wabuka Saki Lighthouse?+
Wabuka Saki 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 Wabuka Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wabuka Saki 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.