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Bakutsi Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇯🇵Southwestern Honshū, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bakutsi Lighthouse

This lighthouse is located on Southwestern Honshū. It has a focal height of 129 meters above sea level. The light emitted is white.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Focal Height
129m

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Location

City
Southwestern Honshū
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.5562°
Longitude
135.2627°
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bakutsi Lighthouse at night?+
Bakutsi displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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 Bakutsi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bakutsi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Miyazu at 3.5 NM to the W. Other ports served include Maizuru (6.6 NM SE), Ine (7 NM N), Uchiura, Fukui (11.1 NM E), Tsuchiura (11.8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bakutsi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bakutsi 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 Bakutsi Lighthouse?+
Bakutsi 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 Bakutsi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bakutsi 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.