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Megawa Lighthouse

Fl (2) G 6s🇯🇵Northeastern Honshū, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Megawa Lighthouse

Megawa lighthouse is located on Northeastern Honshū. It projects a green light. The focal height of the light is 2 meters above sea level. The structure is operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) G 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Focal Height
2m

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Location

City
Northeastern Honshū
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
38.4333°
Longitude
141.4670°
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Megawa Lighthouse at night?+
Megawa displays the characteristic Fl (2) G 6s — 2 green flashes 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 Megawa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Megawa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Onagawa at 0.7 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Akehama (1.3 NM NW), Hamaguri (1.3 NM NW), Nonohama (1.3 NM NW), Ogatsu (1.3 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Megawa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Megawa 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 Megawa Lighthouse?+
Megawa 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 Megawa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Megawa 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.