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Eno Shima Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇯🇵Tōkyō Area, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Eno Shima Lighthouse

Also known as: Enoshima Lighthouse Observation Tower

This square metal tower, standing 23 meters tall, displays a black stripe and an orange trapezium daymark. Its focal height reaches 107 meters, providing a geographic range of 23 nautical miles. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 10 seconds. It is located in the Tokyo Area.

Why it matters: This structure holds the distinction of being the first civilian lighthouse in Japan.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
107m
Geographic Range
23NM

Location

City
Tōkyō Area
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.2996°
Longitude
139.4786°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
black and orange
Material
metal

Structure: Square latticed tower, orange trapezium daymark, black stripe; 23

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6332
NGA No.
5404
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q11550565 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Eno Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Eno Shima 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 Eno Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Eno Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shonan at 0.5 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Chigasaki (4.1 NM WNW), Zushi (5.2 NM E), Hiratsuka (5.6 NM W), Oppama (6.8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Eno Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Eno Shima 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 Eno Shima Lighthouse?+
Eno Shima 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 Eno Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Eno Shima 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.