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Awa-takegashima Lighthouse

Fl W 8s🇯🇵Shikoku-South coast, JPInactive

Location & Light Range

About Awa-takegashima Lighthouse

Constructed and first lit in 1974, Awa-takegashima Lighthouse features a 12.6-meter tall tower. The light itself is situated at a focal height of 96 meters above sea level. This aid emitted a white light with a single flash occurring every 8 seconds. The lighthouse is no longer in service.

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
96m
Light Range
23NM (42.6 km)
Geographic Range
23NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1974

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5581.8
NGA No.
10052
Wikidata
Q126590213 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12.6m

Location

City
Shikoku-South coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.5410°
Longitude
134.3205°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Awa-takegashima Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 96 meters and a nominal range of 23 nautical miles (approximately 42.6 km), Awa-takegashima 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 Awa-takegashima Lighthouse at night?+
Awa-takegashima 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 Awa-takegashima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Awa-takegashima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kannoura at 1 NM to the W. Other ports served include Asakawa (5.9 NM NNE), Hiwasa (16 NM NE), Nahari (16.8 NM WSW), Murotsu, Kochi (17.8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Awa-takegashima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Awa-takegashima Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Awa-takegashima Lighthouse?+
Awa-takegashima 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-takegashima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Awa-takegashima 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.