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Kin Wan Lighthouse

F White 4s🇯🇵Uruma, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kin Wan Lighthouse

A square cylindrical white concrete tower, Kin Wan lighthouse stood 10 meters tall on a hill south of Ishikawa. Its light, positioned 5 meters above sea level, offered a geographic range of 3 nautical miles. This structure guided vessels navigating Kin Bay toward the port of Ishikawa. The lighthouse was operational but has been inactive since 2008, and evidence suggests it has since been demolished.

Why it matters: The Kin Wan lighthouse guided vessels across Kin Bay to the harbor of Ishikawa, assisting in safe navigation to a regional port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White 4s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
5m
Geographic Range
3NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Inactive since 2008, probably demolished

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ishikawa(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
F2761
NGA No.
13288

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical white concrete tower

Location

City
Uruma
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Okinawa Prefecture
Sea Region
Kin Bay, guiding vessels to the harbor of Ishikawa, on a hill on the south side of Ishikawa
Latitude
26.4125°
Longitude
127.8348°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kin Wan Lighthouse at night?+
Kin Wan displays the characteristic F White 4s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kin Wan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kin Wan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ishikawa at 0.9 NM to the N. Other ports served include Fuchinomoto (3.5 NM E), Kuchinofukuura (3.5 NM E), Kinwan (3.5 NM SE), Nichinan (3.5 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kin Wan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kin Wan 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.
How can I track vessels near Kin Wan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kin Wan 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.