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Iguratsu Lighthouse

Occ G 6s🇯🇵Mie Prefecture, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Iguratsu Lighthouse

This concrete cylindrical tower, painted white, was constructed and first lit in 1969. It stands 18 meters above sea level and emits a green light. The light flashes three times every 8 seconds, providing a geographic range of 13 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located at the end of a breakwater that shelters a harbor associated with the JFE Corporation's steel works.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ G 6s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 8s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
13NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1969

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6082
NGA No.
6224
ARLHS No.
JPN-1869

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: Concrete tower

Location

City
Mie Prefecture
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.6804°
Longitude
136.5503°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Iguratsu Lighthouse at night?+
Iguratsu displays the characteristic Occ G 6s — 1 green 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. The green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Iguratsu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Iguratsu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tsu at 1.4 NM to the S. Other ports served include Matsusaka (4.6 NM S), SUZUKA (13 NM NNE), Fugusaki (15.3 NM ENE), Utsumi, Aichi (16 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Iguratsu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Iguratsu 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 Iguratsu Lighthouse?+
Iguratsu 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 Iguratsu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Iguratsu 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.