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Haraguchi Oiwa Lighthouse

F W🇯🇵Southern Hokkaidō, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Haraguchi Oiwa Lighthouse

Also known as: HARAGUCHI fishing port lighthouse

Haraguchi Oiwa lighthouse stands in Southern Hokkaidō. Its focal height reaches 34 meters above sea level. The light emits a fixed white signal. This operational aid is identified by NGA number 1012 and Admiralty number M7033.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F W
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Raw Code
F.W.
Focal Height
34m

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7033
NGA No.
1012
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Location

City
Southern Hokkaidō
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
41.6011°
Longitude
139.9833°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Haraguchi Oiwa Lighthouse at night?+
Haraguchi Oiwa displays the characteristic F W. 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 Haraguchi Oiwa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Haraguchi Oiwa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shizuura at 6.7 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Matsumae (11.9 NM SSE), Fukushima, Hokkaido (14.5 NM ESE), Fukushima (hokkaido) (14.5 NM ESE), Esashi/Hiyama (17.2 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Haraguchi Oiwa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Haraguchi Oiwa 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 Haraguchi Oiwa Lighthouse?+
Haraguchi Oiwa 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 Haraguchi Oiwa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Haraguchi Oiwa 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.