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Izu Miyake Lighthouse

Fl W 3s🇯🇵Izu and Ogasawara Islands, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Izu Miyake Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white tower that stands 17 meters tall. Its focal plane is also at 17 meters above sea level. The light emits a white flash. It has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The lighthouse is operational and identified by NGA list number 4928 and Admiralty number M6276.1.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Izu and Ogasawara Islands
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.0802°
Longitude
139.5665°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6276.1
NGA No.
4928
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Izu Miyake Lighthouse at night?+
Izu Miyake 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 Izu Miyake Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Izu Miyake Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Toshima/Tokyo at 30.1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Nishitokyo (39.2 NM N), Okada (43.6 NM NNW), Shimoda, Shizuoka (46.5 NM NW), Inatori (49 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Izu Miyake Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Izu Miyake 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 Izu Miyake Lighthouse?+
Izu Miyake 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 Izu Miyake Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Izu Miyake 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.