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Directional Light Lighthouse

F WRG 6s🇯🇵Northeastern Honshū, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Directional Light Lighthouse

This white metal mast structure stands on Northeastern Honshū. Its focal height reaches 53 meters above sea level. The light displays a fixed white characteristic. It provides a geographic range of 4 nautical miles. The structure is described as a white metal mast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F WRG 6s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
WRG
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
F.W.
Focal Height
53m
Light Range
13NM (24.1 km)
Geographic Range
4NM

Location

City
Northeastern Honshū
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
39.0314°
Longitude
141.7142°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
mast
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: White metal structure. G. 074°24´-076°24´, W.- 077°54´, R.-079°54´

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6582.9
NGA No.
4196
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Directional Light Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 53 meters and a nominal range of 13 nautical miles (approximately 24.1 km), Directional Light is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Directional Light Lighthouse at night?+
Directional Light displays the characteristic F WRG 6s — 1 wrg 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. The wrg color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Directional Light Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Directional Light Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nojiri at 1.4 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Hirota, Iwate (4.1 NM SW), Sakihama (8 NM ENE), Kesennuma (9.9 NM SW), En (11.2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Directional Light Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Directional Light 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 Directional Light Lighthouse?+
Directional Light 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 Directional Light Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Directional Light 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.