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Northern Matsuyama Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 6s🇯🇵Matsuyama, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Northern Matsuyama Lighthouses Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 11 meters tall, was first lit in 1972. It is located on the northeastern tip of Gogo Shima island, a location about 8 kilometers southwest of Hojo. The lighthouse emits a white light with two flashes every 6 seconds. Its focal height reaches 47 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 18.2 nautical miles. Constructed from concrete, the round tower is painted white.

Why it matters: This light marks the northeastern tip of Gogo Shima island, assisting vessels navigating the waters to prevent groundings and guiding passage to the nearby port of Matsuyama.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
47m
Geographic Range
18.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1972

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Matsuyama(3.8 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-691

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower

Location

City
Matsuyama
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Ehime Prefecture
Sea Region
northeastern tip of the island of Gogo Shima, about 8 km southwest of Hojo
Latitude
33.9264°
Longitude
132.7021°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Northern Matsuyama Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Northern Matsuyama Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 6s — 2 white flashes 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Northern Matsuyama Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Northern Matsuyama Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Matsuyama at 3 NM to the S. Other ports served include Masaki (4.6 NM S), Mitsuhama (4.6 NM S), Hojo (4.8 NM NE), Kikuma (9.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Northern Matsuyama Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Northern Matsuyama Lighthouses 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 Northern Matsuyama Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Northern Matsuyama Lighthouses 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 Northern Matsuyama Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Northern Matsuyama Lighthouses 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.