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Noto Aka Saki Lighthouse

Oc (2) White 6s🇯🇵Noto, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Noto Aka Saki Lighthouse

This white concrete lighthouse stands 9.5 meters tall on a round concrete base. It was built and first lit in 1966. The light displays two white flashes every 6 seconds from a focal height of 12 meters. Its geographic range is 11 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on a promontory approximately 2.5 kilometers east of Matsunami, near the city of Noto in Ishikawa Prefecture. While the tower is closed to the public, the site and its parking are open.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels around the headland it marks, offering a navigational point in this scenic coastal area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc(2) W 6s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1966

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 9.5m white concrete post mounted on a round concrete base.

Location

City
Noto
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Ishikawa Prefecture
Sea Region
A promontory on the coast of Japan, about 2.5 km east of Matsunami.
Latitude
37.3573°
Longitude
137.2663°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tsukumo(3.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M7189.6
NGA No.
2924
ARLHS No.
JPN-1224
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Noto Aka Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Noto Aka Saki displays the characteristic Oc (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 Noto Aka Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Noto Aka Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Iida at 4.8 NM to the N. Other ports served include Wajima (17.5 NM W), Nanao (22.5 NM SW), Nakanoto (28.5 NM SW), KOGA (30 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Noto Aka Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Noto Aka Saki 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 Noto Aka Saki Lighthouse?+
Noto Aka Saki 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 Noto Aka Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Noto Aka Saki 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.