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Chita City Lighthouse Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇯🇵Chita, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chita City Lighthouse Lighthouse

The Chita City Lighthouse, also known as the Ise Wan Signal Station, began operation in 1961. This cylindrical tower stands 20 meters tall and emits a white flash every 10 seconds. Its structure centers on a single-story harbor control station and features a lantern with a double gallery. Situated about 6 kilometers northwest of Tokoname, it lies within Ise Bay, approximately 3.5 kilometers from the port of Nagoya. Access to the station is restricted to boats.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels navigating Ise Bay, a significant Japanese shipping hub. Its original 4th order Fresnel lens is now displayed at the Nyudo Saki lighthouse museum.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1961

Significant events: Original 4th order Fresnel lens moved to Nyudo Saki lighthouse museum

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nagoya(3.5 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-1816

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical

Structure: round cylindrical tower with lantern and double gallery, centered on a round 1-story harbor control station

Location

City
Chita
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Aichi Prefecture
Sea Region
Ise Bay (Ise Wan), about 6 km northwest of Tokoname
Latitude
34.9379°
Longitude
136.7924°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chita City Lighthouse Lighthouse at night?+
Chita City Lighthouse displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Chita City Lighthouse Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chita City Lighthouse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tokoname at 4.4 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Nagoya, Aichi (6.8 NM NNE), Yokkaichi (6.9 NM WNW), Chiyozaki (8 NM WNW), SUZUKA (8.4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chita City Lighthouse Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chita City Lighthouse 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 Chita City Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
Chita City Lighthouse 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 Chita City Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chita City Lighthouse 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.