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Nogutsuna (Nobutsuna, Nokutuna) Shima Lighthouse

Fl green 4s🇯🇵Matsuyama, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nogutsuna (Nobutsuna, Nokutuna) Shima Lighthouse

This lighthouse consists of a round, cylindrical concrete tower standing 6.5 meters tall, attached to a single-story equipment shelter. It is mounted on a large stone pier. The structure's focal height reaches 13 meters, and it emits a green flashing light with a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located on its namesake island and is accessible to the public, though climbing the tower is not permitted. The nearest port is Hojo, situated 3.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The Nogutsuna Shima Lighthouse guides local fishing boats and other maritime traffic through the surrounding waters, likely warning them of submerged hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.G
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Matsuyama
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Ehime Prefecture
Sea Region
Nogutsuna Shima, Japan
Latitude
33.9660°
Longitude
132.6972°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hojo(3.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M5652
NGA No.
8776
ARLHS No.
JPN-2408

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone, concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, attached to a 1-story equipment shelter and mounted on a large stone pier

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nogutsuna (Nobutsuna, Nokutuna) Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Nogutsuna (Nobutsuna, Nokutuna) Shima displays the characteristic Fl green 4s. 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 Nogutsuna (Nobutsuna, Nokutuna) Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nogutsuna (Nobutsuna, Nokutuna) Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hojo at 3.8 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Matsuyama (5.4 NM S), Masaki (7 NM S), Mitsuhama (7 NM S), Kikuma (8 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nogutsuna (Nobutsuna, Nokutuna) Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nogutsuna (Nobutsuna, Nokutuna) 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 Nogutsuna (Nobutsuna, Nokutuna) Shima Lighthouse?+
Nogutsuna (Nobutsuna, Nokutuna) 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 Nogutsuna (Nobutsuna, Nokutuna) Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nogutsuna (Nobutsuna, Nokutuna) 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.