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Awa Saki Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇯🇵Tōkyō Area, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Awa Saki Lighthouse

Awa Saki Lighthouse, located in the Tokyo Area, is operational and stands 13 meters tall. The lighthouse features a white tower, with its light source also positioned at a focal height of 13 meters. The white light emits a simple flash characteristic. Its geographic range extends to 12 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Tōkyō Area
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.1291°
Longitude
139.6300°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6347
NGA No.
5364
Wikidata
Q117349486 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Awa Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Awa Saki displays the characteristic Fl W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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 Awa Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Awa Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Maguchi at 2.5 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Kurihama (7.2 NM NE), Hamakanaya (7.6 NM NE), Uraga (8.2 NM NE), Hayama (9.4 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Awa Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Awa 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 Awa Saki Lighthouse?+
Awa 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 Awa Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Awa 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.