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Norosi Lighthouse

Fl R 3s🇯🇵Ishikawa, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Norosi Lighthouse

This starboard beacon is a green concrete structure standing 20 meters tall. Its focal plane is 13 meters above the water. The beacon displays a green topmark. It emits a single red flash every 3 seconds, with a geographic range of 7 nautical miles. The light is operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 3s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Ishikawa
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
37.5234°
Longitude
137.2387°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: STARBOARD (IALA A) Green beacon, green topmark; 20

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7195.9
NGA No.
2876
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Norosi Lighthouse at night?+
Norosi displays the characteristic Fl R 3s — 1 red flash every 3 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 Norosi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Norosi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Iida at 5.6 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Wajima (17.6 NM WSW), Nanao (30.4 NM SSW), KOGA (34.3 NM SW), Akasaki, Tottori (34.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Norosi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Norosi 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 Norosi Lighthouse?+
Norosi 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 Norosi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Norosi 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.