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Inami Town Lighthouse Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 6s🇯🇵Inami, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Inami Town Lighthouse Lighthouse

This 8.5-meter concrete post lighthouse, clad in red tiles, was built in 1966. It features a square, single-story concrete equipment room. The lighthouse stands at the end of the east breakwater of Inami, in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. It emits a red flash every six seconds, visible for 11.3 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the end of the Inami Yokoshima Breakwater, aiding safe entry into the port of Inami. Its red tile exterior makes it a recognizable landmark.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1966

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
red tiles
Material
concrete

Structure: An 8.5m concrete post, covered with red tiles, attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment room.

Location

City
Inami
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Wakayama Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the end of the east breakwater of Inami, Inami Yokoshima Breakwater.
Latitude
33.8102°
Longitude
135.2146°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Inami(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M5977
ARLHS No.
JPN-1946
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Inami Town Lighthouse Lighthouse at night?+
Inami Town Lighthouse displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 6s — 2 red flashes 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Inami Town Lighthouse Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Inami Town Lighthouse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Inami at 0.1 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Hidaka (4.9 NM NW), Gobo Wakayama (5.4 NM NW), Tanabe (9 NM ESE), Ubuyu (9 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Inami Town Lighthouse Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Inami Town Lighthouse 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 Inami Town Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
Inami Town Lighthouse 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 Inami Town Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Inami Town Lighthouse 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.