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Ashibe Lighthouse

Occ W 8s🇯🇵Nagasaki Area, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ashibe Lighthouse

The Ashibe Lighthouse is a 42-meter white tower situated in the Nagasaki Area. It emits an occulting white light, providing a nominal range of 18 nautical miles. The focal height of the light is also 42 meters above sea level. This structure is actively operational and identified by NGA list number 12672.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ W 8s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc
Focal Height
42m
Geographic Range
18NM

Location

City
Nagasaki Area
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.8039°
Longitude
129.7619°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
42m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5261.4
NGA No.
12672
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ashibe Lighthouse at night?+
Ashibe displays the characteristic Occ 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 Ashibe Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ashibe Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ashibe at 0.4 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Katsumoto (4.8 NM NW), Yobuko (17 NM SSE), Tobo (21.1 NM SSE), Karatsu (21.8 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ashibe Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ashibe 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 Ashibe Lighthouse?+
Ashibe 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 Ashibe Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ashibe 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.