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Aziro Lighthouse

Iso W 6s🇯🇵Shizuoka, JPInactive

Location & Light Range

About Aziro Lighthouse

Aziro Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Shizuoka, JP. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal. The light sits at a focal height of 43 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Iso W 6s. This means the light produces 1 flash every 6 seconds. Mariners use this distinctive pattern to positively identify the light and distinguish it from other aids to navigation in the area. The light displays a white signal, the most common color for major coastal lights.

Position: Aziro Lighthouse is positioned at 35.0500°N, 139.1000°E, near Shizuoka in JP.

Geographic context: Aziro Lighthouse is situated on the Sea of Japan, within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Nearby lighthouses in JP: Other lighthouses in the region include Abashiri East Breakwater, Abashiri Island Breakwater North End, Abashiri North Breakwater, Abashiri South Breakwater East End, Abuka Kō. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Ajiro, Shizuoka

JPAJR

1 NMWNW

Atami

JPAMI

3 NMNNW

Itoh, Shizuoka

JPITJ

4.5 NMS

Manazuru

JPMNA

6.5 NMNNE

Omosu

JPOJM

10.7 NMW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Iso W 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
43m
Light Range
Not available
Status
INACTIVE
City
Shizuoka
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.0500°
Longitude
139.1000°

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Aziro Lighthouse at night?+
Aziro displays the characteristic Iso W 6s — 1 white flash every 6 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 Aziro Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Aziro Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ajiro, Shizuoka at 1 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Atami (3 NM NNW), Itoh, Shizuoka (4.5 NM S), Manazuru (6.5 NM NNE), Omosu (10.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Aziro Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Aziro 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 Aziro Lighthouse?+
Aziro 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 Aziro Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Aziro 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.