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Nojima Lighthouse

Fl WR 15s🇯🇵Eastern Honshū (Ibaraki and Chiba), JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nojima Lighthouse

The Nojima lighthouse is a white, octagonal concrete tower measuring 95 meters in height. Its light is positioned 38 meters above sea level. The signal displays a white light from 254 to 080 degrees and a red light from 101 degrees. It emits a single white or red flash every 15 seconds, with a geographic range of 17 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl WR 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.W.R. period 15s
Focal Height
38m
Geographic Range
17NM

Location

City
Eastern Honshū (Ibaraki and Chiba)
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.9017°
Longitude
139.8884°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
95m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White octagonal concrete tower; 95. W. 254°-080°, R.-101°

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6456
NGA No.
4992
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nojima Lighthouse at night?+
Nojima displays the characteristic Fl WR 15s — 1 wr flash every 15 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 wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Nojima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nojima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tateyama at 6.5 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Muya (7.3 NM NW), Wada (10.1 NM NE), Abuto (14.9 NM NE), Maguchi (17.8 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nojima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nojima 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 Nojima Lighthouse?+
Nojima 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 Nojima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nojima 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.