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Nishiki Lighthouse

Iso W 6s🇯🇵Honshu-South Coast, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nishiki Lighthouse

The Nishiki Lighthouse stands 44 meters above sea level and was first lit in 1946. Its structure is a round, cylindrical concrete tower painted white, standing 10 meters tall. The light emits two white, red, and green flashes in a 10-second cycle. This lighthouse replaced an earlier structure of similar design built when the station was established in 1946.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso W 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc.(2)W.R.G. period 10s
Focal Height
44m
Light Range
5NM (9.3 km)
Geographic Range
5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1946

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6025
NGA No.
6524
ARLHS No.
JPN-418

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Location

City
Honshu-South Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.2168°
Longitude
136.3880°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Nishiki Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 44 meters and a nominal range of 5 nautical miles (approximately 9.3 km), Nishiki is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Nishiki Lighthouse at night?+
Nishiki displays the characteristic Iso W 6s — 1 white flash 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.
Which ports and harbors does Nishiki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nishiki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nishiki at 0.3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Nagashima (2.5 NM WSW), Yoshizu (6.9 NM ENE), Hikimoto (9.6 NM SW), Owase (12.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nishiki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nishiki 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 Nishiki Lighthouse?+
Nishiki 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 Nishiki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nishiki 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.