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Miyazu-kurosaki Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 6s🇯🇵Honshu-North Coast, JPInactive

Location & Light Range

About Miyazu-kurosaki Lighthouse

This white tower stands 43 meters high. Its focal height reaches 124 meters above sea level. The light characteristic is two white flashes every 6 seconds. The geographic range is 7 nautical miles. This lighthouse is currently not operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 6s
Focal Height
124m
Light Range
7NM (13.0 km)
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Honshu-North Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.5979°
Longitude
135.2541°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
43m
Tower Color
white

Structure: White tower; 43

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7267
NGA No.
2500
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Miyazu-kurosaki Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 124 meters and a nominal range of 7 nautical miles (approximately 13.0 km), Miyazu-kurosaki is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Miyazu-kurosaki Lighthouse at night?+
Miyazu-kurosaki displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 6s — 2 white 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.
Which ports and harbors does Miyazu-kurosaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Miyazu-kurosaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Miyazu at 4.1 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Ine (4.7 NM NNE), Maizuru (8.7 NM SE), Taiza (11.6 NM NW), Uchiura, Fukui (12 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Miyazu-kurosaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Miyazu-kurosaki Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Miyazu-kurosaki Lighthouse?+
Miyazu-kurosaki 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 Miyazu-kurosaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Miyazu-kurosaki 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.