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Ikejiri Lighthouse

Fl W 3s🇯🇵Shimane, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ikejiri Lighthouse

The Ikejiri lighthouse stands at a focal height of 108 meters. It emits a white light characterized by a group flash pattern, featuring one long flash followed by one short flash, repeated every 8 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 5 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Mo.(A)R. period 8s
Focal Height
108m
Geographic Range
5NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7320.2
NGA No.
2056

Location

City
Shimane
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
36.1997°
Longitude
133.3474°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ikejiri Lighthouse at night?+
Ikejiri displays the characteristic Fl W 3s — 1 white flash every 3 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 Ikejiri Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ikejiri Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Oki at 0.7 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Chichii (13.4 NM WSW), Ama, Hyogo (13.8 NM WSW), Minami (14.3 NM WSW), Nakanoshima (14.3 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ikejiri Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ikejiri 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 Ikejiri Lighthouse?+
Ikejiri 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 Ikejiri Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ikejiri 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.