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Nayaura Nakanoshima Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 6s🇯🇵Minamiise, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nayaura Nakanoshima Lighthouse

This red, cylindrical lighthouse stands 4 meters tall on a rocky reef at the end of a breakwater in Nayaura Bay. Its focal height is 8 meters above sea level. The structure, a round conical tower painted red, emits a single red flash every 6 seconds. Its geographic range is 9.7 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed. The nearest port is Yoshizu, located 1.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding local vessels safely through Nayaura Bay, marking the hazardous rocky reef and the terminus of the breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Minamiise
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Mie Prefecture
Sea Region
Nayaura Bay, on a rocky reef at the end of a breakwater
Latitude
34.2645°
Longitude
136.5345°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yoshizu(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
M6027.3
NGA No.
6496

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red

Structure: round conical tower painted red

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nayaura Nakanoshima Lighthouse at night?+
Nayaura Nakanoshima displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 6s — 2 red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Nayaura Nakanoshima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nayaura Nakanoshima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yoshizu at 1.5 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Nishiki (7.6 NM WSW), Gokasho (9.4 NM ENE), Nagashima (10.3 NM WSW), Hamajima (11.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nayaura Nakanoshima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nayaura Nakanoshima 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 Nayaura Nakanoshima Lighthouse?+
Nayaura Nakanoshima 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 Nayaura Nakanoshima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nayaura Nakanoshima 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.