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Minamiechizen Town Lighthouse Lighthouse

F (2) Green 10s🇯🇵Minami-Echizen, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Minamiechizen Town Lighthouse Lighthouse

This white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 11 meters tall at the end of the main breakwater at Kaburaki, a fishing port located north of Tsuruga Bay and about 20 kilometers southwest of Echizen. The lighthouse features a flared top and is attached to a small equipment shelter. Its light emits two green flashes every 10 seconds, with a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. The focal height of the light is 13 meters above sea level. The nearest port, Shiraki, is 7.1 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for guiding local fishing vessels into Kaburaki port and marks the northern approach to Tsuruga Bay, helping to prevent groundings on the breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F (2) Green 10s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
F G + Fl(2) G 10s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Minami-Echizen
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Fukui Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the end of the main breakwater at Kaburaki, a fishing port at the northern entrance to Tsuruga Bay, 20 km southwest of Echizen.
Latitude
35.8382°
Longitude
136.0492°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with a flared top, attached to a small equipment shelter

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shiraki(7.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M7245
NGA No.
2624
ARLHS No.
JPN-1191
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Minamiechizen Town Lighthouse Lighthouse at night?+
Minamiechizen Town Lighthouse displays the characteristic F (2) Green 10s — 2 green flashes every 10 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 Minamiechizen Town Lighthouse Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Minamiechizen Town Lighthouse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shiraki at 7 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Tsuruga (9.9 NM S), Takasu, Fukui (15.6 NM NNE), Ukui (15.6 NM NNE), Fukui (22.3 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Minamiechizen Town Lighthouse Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Minamiechizen Town Lighthouse 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 Minamiechizen Town Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
Minamiechizen Town Lighthouse 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 Minamiechizen Town Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Minamiechizen Town Lighthouse 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.