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Chikura Lighthouse

F WRG🇯🇵Eastern Honshū (Ibaraki and Chiba), JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chikura Lighthouse

This lighthouse emits white, red, and green flashes from its position. Its focal height measures 12 meters above sea level. The light characteristic is a single white flash.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F WRG
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
WRG
Flash Count
1 flash
Raw Code
F.W.
Focal Height
12m

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6462
NGA No.
4904

Location

City
Eastern Honshū (Ibaraki and Chiba)
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.9545°
Longitude
139.9655°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chikura Lighthouse at night?+
Chikura displays the characteristic F WRG. 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. The wrg color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Chikura Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chikura Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Wada at 5.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Tateyama (6.4 NM WNW), Muya (8.6 NM WNW), Abuto (9.9 NM NE), Kazusaminato (16.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chikura Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chikura 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 Chikura Lighthouse?+
Chikura 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 Chikura Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chikura 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.