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Karei Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 10s🇯🇵Southwestern Honshū, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Karei Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands 47 meters above sea level on Southwestern Honshū. Its light emits two white flashes in a 9-second cycle. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 12 nautical miles. It is operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 9s
Focal Height
47m
Geographic Range
12NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7243.8
NGA No.
2632

Location

City
Southwestern Honshū
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.8889°
Longitude
135.9956°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Karei Lighthouse at night?+
Karei 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 Karei Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Karei Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shiraki at 9.2 NM to the S. Other ports served include Tsuruga (13.2 NM SSE), Takasu, Fukui (14.6 NM NE), Ukui (14.6 NM NE), Fukui (20 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Karei Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Karei 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 Karei Lighthouse?+
Karei 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 Karei Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Karei 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.