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Etizen Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇯🇵Southwestern Honshū, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Etizen Lighthouse

This lighthouse emits a white light, providing a single white flash every 15 seconds. With a focal height of 133 meters, its light is visible for a geographic range of 21 nautical miles. The structure is located in Southwestern Honshū.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 15s
Focal Height
133m
Geographic Range
21NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7242
NGA No.
2676
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Location

City
Southwestern Honshū
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.9812°
Longitude
135.9631°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Etizen Lighthouse at night?+
Etizen displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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 Etizen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Etizen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Takasu, Fukui at 12.6 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Ukui (12.6 NM ENE), Shiraki (14.8 NM S), Fukui (15.7 NM NNE), Tsuruga (19 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Etizen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Etizen 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 Etizen Lighthouse?+
Etizen 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 Etizen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Etizen 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.