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Kanita Kō Lighthouse

Fl G 6s🇯🇵Northern Honshū, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kanita Kō Lighthouse

This white, round concrete tower stands 36 meters tall. The lighthouse is situated in Northern Honshū. Its light emits two green flashes every 6 seconds. The focal height of the light is 13 meters above sea level. This structure has a geographic range of 5 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)G. period 6s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Northern Honshū
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
41.0477°
Longitude
140.6472°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
36m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower; 36

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6651
NGA No.
3724
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kanita Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Kanita Kō displays the characteristic Fl G 6s — 1 green flash 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kanita Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kanita Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tairadate at 6.2 NM to the N. Other ports served include Wakinosawa (10 NM NE), Otomi (11.2 NM NNW), Aomori (12.9 NM SSE), Taki (16.1 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kanita Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kanita Kō 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 Kanita Kō Lighthouse?+
Kanita Kō 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 Kanita Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kanita Kō 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.