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Mabune Lighthouse

Oc White 6s🇯🇵Ainan, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mabune Lighthouse

Mabune Lighthouse stands as a cylindrical, white concrete tower 10 meters tall, situated at the northern edge of the Iyo Peninsula. This structure has a focal height of 13 meters and emits a white light with a 6-second cycle. Its operational light has a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located on a sharp promontory near Ainan within the Ehime Prefecture. Access to the site is possible by boat, with the nearest port being Misho, 1.7 kilometers away. While visitors can access the site, the tower itself remains closed to the public.

Why it matters: Mabune Lighthouse marks a sharp promontory on the north side of the Iyo Peninsula, providing guidance for vessels in this coastal region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc W 6s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Ainan
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Ehime Prefecture
Sea Region
tip of a very sharp promontory on the north side of the Iyo Peninsula
Latitude
32.9726°
Longitude
132.5046°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Misho(1.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M5612.14
NGA No.
10484
USCG No.
JCG-5602

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round white concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mabune Lighthouse at night?+
Mabune displays the characteristic Oc White 6s. 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 Mabune Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mabune Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Misho at 1.8 NM to the E. Other ports served include Fukaura, Ehime (5 NM ESE), Iwamatsu (9.3 NM N), Ikeshima (9.8 NM ESE), Sukumowan (11.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mabune Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mabune 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 Mabune Lighthouse?+
Mabune 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 Mabune Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mabune 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.