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Futame Lighthouse

F W 6s🇯🇵Nagasaki Area, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Futame Lighthouse

This square concrete lighthouse was built and first lit in 1970. It stands 24 meters above sea level. The station was originally established in 1945, with the current structure being erected in 1970. The lighthouse emits two white flashes every 6 seconds. Its geographic range is 5 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F W 6s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 6s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1970

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5249.
NGA No.
12044

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
square
Material
concrete

Location

City
Nagasaki Area
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.3830°
Longitude
129.5623°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Futame Lighthouse at night?+
Futame displays the characteristic F W 6s — 1 white 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.
Which ports and harbors does Futame Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Futame Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hirado at 0.8 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Tabira (1.4 NM SSE), Kawachi, Nagasaki (4 NM SW), Emukae (4.8 NM SSE), Ikitsuki (6.5 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Futame Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Futame 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 Futame Lighthouse?+
Futame 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 Futame Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Futame 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.