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Nachikatsuura Town Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 7s🇯🇵Taiji, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nachikatsuura Town Lighthouses Lighthouse

This cylindrical white lighthouse stands 15 meters tall on a skerry approximately 5 km south of the Ugui lighthouse, off Taiji harbor. Its light is 20 meters above sea level and emits a white flash every 7 seconds. The tower features a double gallery. This active light is accessible only by boat and is located within Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. Its geographic range is 13.2 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for safe navigation into and out of Taiji harbor, marking offshore dangers on this part of the Nachikatsuura Town coastline.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl W 7s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

City
Taiji
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Wakayama Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on a skerry about 5 km south of the Ugui lighthouse, off Taiji harbor.
Latitude
33.6062°
Longitude
135.9618°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: round white tower with double gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shingu(3.9 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nachikatsuura Town Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Nachikatsuura Town Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Nachikatsuura Town Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nachikatsuura Town Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Katsuura, Wakayama at 1.5 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Shingu (4.1 NM NNE), Sue (11.2 NM SW), KUSHIMOTO (11.9 NM SW), Fukuro (12.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nachikatsuura Town Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nachikatsuura Town Lighthouses 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 Nachikatsuura Town Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Nachikatsuura Town Lighthouses 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 Nachikatsuura Town Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nachikatsuura Town Lighthouses 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.