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Mutsu Benten Shima Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 7s🇯🇵Northern Honshū, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mutsu Benten Shima Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands on Northern Honshū, a white and black round concrete structure built in 1945. The tower reaches a height of 12 meters, with its light positioned 36 meters above sea level. It displays two white flashes every 7 seconds. This navigational aid has a geographic range of 7 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 7s
Focal Height
36m
Geographic Range
7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1945

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6638
NGA No.
3810
Wikidata
Q126723920 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and black
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower, black banded; 39

Location

City
Northern Honshū
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
41.1208°
Longitude
140.8152°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mutsu Benten Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Mutsu Benten Shima displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 7s — 2 white flashes every 7 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 Mutsu Benten Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mutsu Benten Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Wakinosawa at 1.6 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Tairadate (6.9 NM WNW), Kawauchi (9.1 NM ENE), Hotokegaura (11.5 NM N), Taki (12.3 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mutsu Benten Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mutsu Benten Shima 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 Mutsu Benten Shima Lighthouse?+
Mutsu Benten Shima 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 Mutsu Benten Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mutsu Benten Shima 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.