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Ingeshima Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 10s🇯🇵Seto Naikai Eastern, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ingeshima Lighthouse

Ingeshima Lighthouse stands 73 meters tall and presents a white tower. Its focal height reaches 74 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a flashing white light, providing a geographic range of 7 nautical miles. It is operational and located in the Seto Naikai Eastern region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
74m
Light Range
7NM (13.0 km)
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Seto Naikai Eastern
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.6513°
Longitude
134.4355°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
73m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5757.3
NGA No.
7888
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Ingeshima Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 74 meters and a nominal range of 7 nautical miles (approximately 13.0 km), Ingeshima 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 Ingeshima Lighthouse at night?+
Ingeshima displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 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 Ingeshima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ingeshima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Akoh at 5 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Aioi (8.7 NM N), Hinase (9.2 NM WNW), Hirohata (11.3 NM NE), Aboshi/Himeji (11.4 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ingeshima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ingeshima 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 Ingeshima Lighthouse?+
Ingeshima 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 Ingeshima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ingeshima 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.