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Habu Ko range front Lighthouse

F R🇯🇵Nanpo-Shoto, JPInactive

Location & Light Range

About Habu Ko range front Lighthouse

The Habu Ko range front light stands in Nanpo-Shoto. Its focal height reaches 16 meters above sea level. The light emits a fixed red signal. This light has a geographic range of 7 nautical miles. It is currently not operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F R
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Raw Code
F.R.
Focal Height
16m
Light Range
7NM (13.0 km)
Geographic Range
7NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6281.1
NGA No.
5492

Location

City
Nanpo-Shoto
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.6862°
Longitude
139.4372°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Habu Ko range front Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 16 meters and a nominal range of 7 nautical miles (approximately 13.0 km), Habu Ko range front is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Habu Ko range front Lighthouse at night?+
Habu Ko range front displays the characteristic F R. 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 Habu Ko range front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Habu Ko range front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nishitokyo at 5.5 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Okada (6.8 NM NNW), Toshima/Tokyo (13.2 NM SW), Inatori (20 NM WNW), Shimoda, Shizuoka (23.8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Habu Ko range front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Habu Ko range front Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Habu Ko range front Lighthouse?+
Habu Ko range front 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 Habu Ko range front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Habu Ko range front 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.