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Mikawa Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇯🇵Hakusan, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mikawa Lighthouse

This white, cylindrical concrete tower measures 15 meters in height, with the light source situated 25 meters above sea level. The structure features a lantern room and gallery atop a round tower. It displays a white flash every four seconds, observable up to 14.3 nautical miles. Situated in Hakusan, Ishikawa Prefecture, it is positioned along a remarkably long, straight, and level stretch of coast adjacent to the Hokuriku Expressway. Access to the grounds is permitted, but entry into the tower is restricted. The port of Kanazawa lies 10.4 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: The Mikawa Lighthouse offers navigation assistance along the Ishikawa Prefecture coastline, noted for its unusual straight and level geography within Japan. Its position also provides a landmark for those traveling on the nearby Hokuriku Expressway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Location

City
Hakusan
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Ishikawa Prefecture
Sea Region
Located in Mikawa, Southern Ishikawa, Japan, along a long, straight, level coast with coastal roads parallel to the beach. It stands beside the Hokuriku Expressway.
Latitude
36.4934°
Longitude
136.4846°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kanazawa(10.4 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-351

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

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 Mikawa Lighthouse at night?+
Mikawa displays the characteristic Fl 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 Mikawa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mikawa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ataka at 5.7 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Kanazawa (8.9 NM NE), Fukui (24.3 NM SW), Takasu, Fukui (29.1 NM SSW), Ukui (29.1 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mikawa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mikawa 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 Mikawa Lighthouse?+
Mikawa 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 Mikawa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mikawa 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.