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Noto Kura Saki Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 7s🇯🇵Ishikawa, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Noto Kura Saki Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white, quadrilateral latticed tower standing 21 meters tall. Its light is situated at a focal height of 70 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits two white flashes every 7 seconds, with a geographic range of 7 nautical miles. It is an operational aid to navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 7s
Focal Height
70m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Ishikawa
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
37.4986°
Longitude
137.1446°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white

Structure: Quadrilateral latticed tower; 21. CANADA-GULF OF ST. LAWRENCE 39

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7198
NGA No.
2872
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Noto Kura Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Noto Kura Saki displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 7s — 2 white flashes every 7 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 Noto Kura Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Noto Kura Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Iida at 7.5 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Wajima (12.9 NM WSW), Nanao (27.4 NM SSW), Akasaki, Tottori (30 NM SW), KOGA (30.1 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Noto Kura Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Noto Kura 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 Kura Saki Lighthouse?+
Noto Kura 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 Kura Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Noto Kura 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.