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Maizuru Lighthouse

Fl White 13s🇯🇵Maizuru, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Maizuru Lighthouse

Also known as: Maizuru (Coast Guard School)

This white, cylindrical lighthouse stands 15 meters tall, with its focal plane at 10 meters. Constructed from brick and concrete, the structure features a lantern and gallery atop a square cylinder, attached to a one-story brick building. It broadcasts a white flash every 13 seconds, with a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located on the northwest side of Maizuru, at the Japan Coast Guard School, 3.1 kilometers from the nearest port. Although not actively guiding ships, it serves as a practical training tool.

Why it matters: The Maizuru lighthouse is significant as a training facility for the Japan Coast Guard School, offering cadets a realistic environment to practice maritime operations.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 13s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
13s
Raw Code
Fl W 13s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Maizuru
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kyoto Prefecture
Sea Region
northwest side of Maizuru, at the Coast Guard School
Latitude
35.4914°
Longitude
135.3532°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
brick, concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-story brick building

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Maizuru(3.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M7259
NGA No.
2516
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Maizuru Lighthouse at night?+
Maizuru displays the characteristic Fl White 13s. 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 Maizuru Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Maizuru Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Maizuru at 0.8 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Uchiura, Fukui (7.1 NM ENE), Tsuchiura (7.3 NM ENE), Miyazu (8.6 NM WNW), Ine (11.2 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Maizuru Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Maizuru 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 Maizuru Lighthouse?+
Maizuru 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 Maizuru Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Maizuru 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.