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Furubira Kō Lighthouse

Fl R 10s🇯🇵Western Hokkaidō, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Furubira Kō Lighthouse

This white cylindrical fiberglass tower stands 12 meters tall and is marked with red bands. Its focal plane is 11 meters above sea level. The light emits a single red flash every 5 seconds. This navigational aid offers a geographic range of 7 nautical miles. The lighthouse is operational and serves the harbor area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 5s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Western Hokkaidō
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
43.2719°
Longitude
140.6443°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: White cylindrical tower, red banded; 12

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7001
NGA No.
1188
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Furubira Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Furubira Kō displays the characteristic Fl R 10s — 1 red 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Furubira Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Furubira Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Furubira at 0.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Yoichi (7.2 NM ESE), Otaru (16.9 NM ESE), Iwanai (17.7 NM SSW), Ishikari (28.6 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Furubira Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Furubira Kō 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.
How can I track vessels near Furubira Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Furubira Kō 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.