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Nomokita Ura Lighthouse

Iso W 6s🇯🇵Nagasaki Area, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nomokita Ura Lighthouse

This concrete beacon was built and first lit in 1952. It stands 41 meters above sea level. The tower is square and painted white with red bands. A continuous white spotlight also illuminates a nearby rock. The lighthouse displays a white light with a 6-second cycle, with 3 seconds of light followed by 3 seconds of darkness.

Why it matters: This lighthouse has a geographic range of 3 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso W 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
F.R.
Focal Height
41m
Geographic Range
3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1952

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5193
NGA No.
11768
ARLHS No.
JPN-429

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White concrete beacon, red banded. BAHAMA ISLANDS

Location

City
Nagasaki Area
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
32.5922°
Longitude
129.7509°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nomokita Ura Lighthouse at night?+
Nomokita Ura 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 Nomokita Ura Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nomokita Ura Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Wakimisaki at 1.8 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Kabashima (2.2 NM SE), Aikawa, Nagasaki (9 NM NE), Furue, Nagasaki (9 NM NE), Furusato, Nagasaki (9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nomokita Ura Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nomokita Ura 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 Nomokita Ura Lighthouse?+
Nomokita Ura 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 Nomokita Ura Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nomokita Ura 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.