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Kanazawa Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl (2) Green 5s🇯🇵Kaga, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kanazawa Lighthouses Lighthouse

This lighthouse, built in 1999, stands on the detached outer breakwater of Shioya harbor. It is located at the border between Ishikawa and Fukui prefectures. The structure consists of an 8.5-meter white concrete post attached to a square, single-story equipment shelter. Its focal height reaches 12 meters above sea level. The light emits a green flash every five seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. While the site is accessible, the tower itself remains closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for safe navigation into Shioya harbor, clearly marking the detached outer breakwater to prevent groundings and collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1999

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
white
Material
concrete

Structure: An 8.5m white concrete post attached to a square 1-story equipment shelter.

Location

City
Kaga
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Ishikawa Prefecture
Sea Region
Shioya harbor, on the border between Ishikawa and Fukui prefectures, marking the detached outer breakwater.
Latitude
36.3513°
Longitude
136.3002°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fukui(12.6 km)
Admiralty No.
M7239.5
NGA No.
2716
ARLHS No.
JPN-1204
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kanazawa Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Kanazawa Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl (2) Green 5s — 2 green flashes every 5 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 Kanazawa Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kanazawa Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ataka at 6.9 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Fukui (12 NM SW), Takasu, Fukui (17.8 NM SSW), Ukui (17.8 NM SSW), Kanazawa (21.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kanazawa Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kanazawa Lighthouses 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 Kanazawa Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Kanazawa Lighthouses 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 Kanazawa Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kanazawa Lighthouses 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.