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Namerikawa City Lighthouse Lighthouse

Fl (2) Green 6s🇯🇵Namerikawa, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Namerikawa City Lighthouse Lighthouse

The Namerikawa City Lighthouse, constructed in 1957, is a 10m white concrete post affixed to a 1-story concrete equipment building. The entire structure, painted white, stands at the harbor entrance. It exhibits a green light with a flash pattern of Fl G 6s, visible up to 11.3 nautical miles. Located northeast of Toyama, this lighthouse is 5.8km from the nearest port. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower is not open for climbing.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the entrance to Namerikawa's small boat harbor, assisting local fishing craft and pleasure boats.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1957

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 10m white concrete post is attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment shelter. The entire lighthouse is painted white.

Location

City
Namerikawa
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Toyama Prefecture
Sea Region
at the end of a pier on the north side of the entrance to the small boat harbor at Namerikawa, northeast of Toyama
Latitude
36.7772°
Longitude
137.3435°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Toyama(5.8 km)
Admiralty No.
M7145
NGA No.
3120
ARLHS No.
JPN-1290
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Namerikawa City Lighthouse Lighthouse at night?+
Namerikawa City Lighthouse displays the characteristic Fl (2) Green 6s — 2 green 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. The green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Namerikawa City Lighthouse Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Namerikawa City Lighthouse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Uozu, Toyama at 3.6 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Fushiki (10.1 NM W), Hiki (10.1 NM W), Toyama (10.1 NM W), Toyamashinko (10.9 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Namerikawa City Lighthouse Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Namerikawa City 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 Namerikawa City Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
Namerikawa City 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 Namerikawa City Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Namerikawa City 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.