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Mototi Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇯🇵Rishiri and Rebun, Hokkaido, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mototi Lighthouse

An octagonal fiberglass tower, 13 meters tall, is painted white with red bands. It emits a white light with a 10-second period, flashing once every 10 seconds. The light is visible for 20 nautical miles and is situated near Rishiri and Rebun, Hokkaido.

Why it matters: This light serves as a navigation aid for vessels in the waters near Rishiri and Rebun.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
211m
Geographic Range
20NM

Location

City
Rishiri and Rebun, Hokkaido
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
45.2838°
Longitude
141.0192°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white and red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: White glass reinforced plastic(grp) fiberglass tower, red banded; 13

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6908
NGA No.
1428
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mototi Lighthouse at night?+
Mototi displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash 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.
Which ports and harbors does Mototi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mototi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kafuka at 1.6 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Fukai (3.5 NM NNE), Kutsugata (7.5 NM SE), Oshidomari (9.2 NM ESE), Shido (9.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mototi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mototi 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.
How can I track vessels near Mototi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mototi 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.